This 1.6 MT (75 hp) engine was fitted in the 3 generation Sedan, which was produced by Volkswagen from 1992 to 1998. In addition to this engine, 17 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 | Sedan |
|---|---|
| Seats | 5 |
| Length | 4380mm |
| Width | 1695mm |
| Height | 1425mm |
| Wheelbase | 2475mm |
| Front track | 1465mm |
| Rear track | 1448mm |
| Ground clearance | 130mm |
| Max. boot capacity | 885litre |
| Min. boot capacity | 500litre |
| Kerb weight | 1060kg |
| Gross weight | 1565kg |
| Displacement | 505kg |
| Engine type | Gasoline |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1598cm3 |
| Engine power | 75bhp |
| RPM at max power | from 5 200RPM |
| Injection type | Monoinjection |
| Cylinder layout | Inline |
| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| Bore | 76.5mm |
| Stroke | 86.9mm |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| Maximum torque | 126Nm |
| RPM at max torque | 2600RPM |
| Fuel | 95 RON |
|---|---|
| Top speed | 168km/h |
| Acceleration (0–100 km/h) | 14.6second |
| City fuel consumption per 100 km | 9litre |
| Highway fuel consumption per 100 km | 5litre |
| Mixed fuel consumption per 100 km | 7.3litre |
| Fuel tank capacity | 55litre |
| Cruising range | from 610 to 1 100km |
| Front suspension | MacPherson Struts, Stabilizer bar |
|---|---|
| Rear suspension | Independent, Spring |
| Front brakes | Disc |
| Rear brakes | Drum |
| Gearbox | Manual |
|---|---|
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Drive wheels | Front-wheel drive |
| Turning circle | 10.7m |
| City | 10.8 litres / 100km |
|---|---|
| Highway | 6 litres / 100km |
| Average | 8.8 litres / 100km |
Estimated from official figures. Actual consumption varies by driving style and conditions.