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Technical data

This 2.8 AT long (140 hp) engine was fitted in the T4 Minibus, which was produced by Volkswagen from 1990 to 2004. In addition to this engine, 25 other engines were also available for this body — their technical data and fuel economy are accessible by clicking the body name at the top of the page.

Power & fuel consumption

City fuel consumption per 100 km12litre
Highway fuel consumption per 100 km7.8litre
Mixed fuel consumption per 100 km9.2litre
Fuel tank capacity80litre
Cruising rangefrom 670 to 1 030km
Fuel92 RON
Emission standardEURO IV
Top speed172km/h
Acceleration (0–100 km/h)13.9second

Engine

Displacement2762cm3
Engine power140bhp
RPM at max powerto 4 500RPM
Maximum torque240Nm
RPM at max torque3000RPM
Engine typeGasoline
Cylinder layoutV-type
Injection typeMulti-point injection
Number of cylinders6
Valves per cylinder2

Gearbox & drivetrain

GearboxAutomatic
Number of gears4
Drive wheelsFront-wheel drive

Body

Seats7
Length5189mm
Width1840mm
Height1940mm
Wheelbase3320mm
Front track1589mm
Rear track1554mm
Ground clearance150mm
Kerb weight1855kg
Gross weight2700kg
Min. boot capacity540litre
Max. boot capacity5400litre
Body typeMinibus

Suspension & brakes

Front suspensionWishbone
Rear suspensionHelical springs
Front brakesVentilated disc
Rear brakesDisc

Real-world consumption (est.)

City14.4 litres / 100km
Highway9.4 litres / 100km
Average11 litres / 100km

Estimated from official figures. Actual consumption varies by driving style and conditions.

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