This 1.3 MT (55 hp) engine was fitted in the B1 Estate, which was produced by Volkswagen from 1973 to 1977. In addition to this engine, 2 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 | 7litre |
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| Fuel tank capacity | 45litre |
| Fuel | 92 RON |
| Top speed | 148km/h |
| Acceleration (0–100 km/h) | 18second |
| Displacement | 1297cm3 |
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| Engine power | 55bhp |
| RPM at max power | to 5 800RPM |
| Maximum torque | 91Nm |
| RPM at max torque | 3500RPM |
| Engine type | Gasoline |
| Cylinder layout | Inline |
| Injection type | Carburetor |
| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| Bore | 75mm |
| Stroke | 72mm |
| Gearbox | Manual |
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| Number of gears | 4 |
| Drive wheels | Front-wheel drive |
| Turning circle | 10.3m |
| Seats | 5 |
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| Length | 4190mm |
| Width | 1620mm |
| Height | 1360mm |
| Wheelbase | 2470mm |
| Front track | 1341mm |
| Rear track | 1349mm |
| Ground clearance | 180mm |
| Kerb weight | 900kg |
| Min. boot capacity | 450litre |
| Max. boot capacity | 450litre |
| Body type | Estate |
| Front suspension | MacPherson Struts |
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| Rear suspension | Spring |
| Front brakes | Disc |
| Rear brakes | Drum |
| Average | 8.4 litres / 100km |
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Estimated from official figures. Actual consumption varies by driving style and conditions.