This 1.8 G60 AT (160 hp) engine was fitted in the 1 generation Coupe, which was produced by Volkswagen from 1988 to 1995. In addition to this engine, 8 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.
| Maximum torque | 225Nm |
|---|---|
| Engine type | Gasoline |
| Displacement | 1781cm3 |
| Engine power | 160bhp |
| RPM at max power | from 5 600RPM |
| Injection type | Injectors |
| Forced induction | Compressor |
| Cylinder layout | Inline |
| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| Bore | 81mm |
| Stroke | 86.4mm |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| RPM at max torque | 4000RPM |
| Body type | Coupe |
|---|---|
| Seats | 4 |
| Length | 4050mm |
| Width | 1690mm |
| Height | 1310mm |
| Wheelbase | 2470mm |
| Front track | 1440mm |
| Rear track | 1430mm |
| Ground clearance | 110mm |
| Max. boot capacity | 235litre |
| Min. boot capacity | 235litre |
| Kerb weight | 1118kg |
| Gross weight | 1505kg |
| Displacement | 387kg |
| Fuel | 95 RON |
|---|---|
| Top speed | 222km/h |
| Acceleration (0–100 km/h) | 8.5second |
| City fuel consumption per 100 km | 13litre |
| Highway fuel consumption per 100 km | 8.5litre |
| Mixed fuel consumption per 100 km | 9.3litre |
| Fuel tank capacity | 55litre |
| Cruising range | from 420 to 650km |
| Emission standard | EURO I |
| Front suspension | Wishbone |
|---|---|
| Rear suspension | The rod connecting the levers |
| Front brakes | Ventilated disc |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Gearbox | Automatic |
|---|---|
| Drive wheels | Front-wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Turning circle | 10.5m |
| City | 15.6 litres / 100km |
|---|---|
| Highway | 10.2 litres / 100km |
| Average | 11.2 litres / 100km |
Estimated from official figures. Actual consumption varies by driving style and conditions.