This 1.6 TD MT (70 hp) engine was fitted in the 1 generation Sedan 2-doors, which was produced by Volkswagen from 1979 to 1984. In addition to this engine, 6 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.
| Mixed fuel consumption per 100 km | 6litre |
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| Fuel tank capacity | 40litre |
| Fuel | Diesel |
| Top speed | 153km/h |
| Acceleration (0–100 km/h) | 14second |
| Displacement | 1588cm3 |
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| Engine power | 70bhp |
| RPM at max power | from 4 500RPM |
| Maximum torque | 130Nm |
| RPM at max torque | 2600RPM |
| Engine type | Diesel |
| Cylinder layout | Inline |
| Injection type | Common Rail |
| Forced induction | Turbocharger |
| Intercooler | Yes |
| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| Bore | 76.5mm |
| Stroke | 86.4mm |
| Gearbox | Manual |
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| Number of gears | 5 |
| Drive wheels | Front-wheel drive |
| Turning circle | 10.3m |
| Seats | 4 |
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| Length | 4200mm |
| Width | 1610mm |
| Height | 1410mm |
| Wheelbase | 2400mm |
| Front track | 1390mm |
| Rear track | 1358mm |
| Kerb weight | 915kg |
| Gross weight | 1300kg |
| Displacement | 455kg |
| Min. boot capacity | 520litre |
| Max. boot capacity | 520litre |
| Body type | Sedan |
| Front suspension | MacPherson Struts |
|---|---|
| Rear suspension | Torsion beam |
| Front brakes | Disc |
| Rear brakes | Drum |
| Average | 6.9 litres / 100km |
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Estimated from official figures. Actual consumption varies by driving style and conditions.