This 1.8i AT (90 hp) engine was fitted in the 2 generation Hatchback (5-door), which was produced by Volkswagen from 1983 to 1992. In addition to this engine, 14 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.
| Body type | Hatchback |
|---|---|
| Seats | 5 |
| Length | 3985mm |
| Width | 1665mm |
| Height | 1415mm |
| Wheelbase | 2475mm |
| Front track | 1413mm |
| Rear track | 1408mm |
| Ground clearance | 125mm |
| Min. boot capacity | 345litre |
| Kerb weight | 940kg |
| Max. boot capacity | 345litre |
| Engine type | Gasoline |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1781cm3 |
| Engine power | 90bhp |
| Injection type | Injectors |
| Cylinder layout | Inline |
| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| RPM at max power | to 5 250RPM |
| Maximum torque | 142Nm |
| RPM at max torque | 3000RPM |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| Bore | 81mm |
| Stroke | 86.4mm |
| Gearbox | Automatic |
|---|---|
| Drive wheels | Front-wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 3 |
| Turning circle | 10.5m |
| Front suspension | Independent, MacPherson Struts |
|---|---|
| Rear suspension | semi dependent, Torsion beam |
| Front brakes | Disc |
| Rear brakes | Drum |
| Fuel tank capacity | 55litre |
|---|---|
| Mixed fuel consumption per 100 km | 8.5litre |
| Fuel | 92 RON |
| Top speed | 170km/h |
| Acceleration (0–100 km/h) | 13.2second |
| Average | 10.2 litres / 100km |
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Estimated from official figures. Actual consumption varies by driving style and conditions.