This 1.6 MT (75 hp) engine was fitted in the B2 Hatchback (5-door), which was produced by Volkswagen from 1981 to 1988. 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 | 4435mm |
| Width | 1685mm |
| Height | 1385mm |
| Wheelbase | 2550mm |
| Front track | 1414mm |
| Rear track | 1422mm |
| Kerb weight | 983kg |
| Engine type | Gasoline |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1595cm3 |
| Engine power | 75bhp |
| Injection type | Carburetor |
| Cylinder layout | Inline |
| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| RPM at max power | to 5 000RPM |
| Maximum torque | 125Nm |
| RPM at max torque | 2500RPM |
| Bore | 81mm |
| Stroke | 77.4mm |
| Fuel | 92 RON |
|---|---|
| Fuel tank capacity | 60litre |
| Mixed fuel consumption per 100 km | 8.3litre |
| Top speed | 164km/h |
| Acceleration (0–100 km/h) | 13.6second |
| Gearbox | Manual |
|---|---|
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Drive wheels | Front-wheel drive |
| Turning circle | 10.7m |
| Front suspension | Independent, MacPherson Struts, Stabilizer bar |
|---|---|
| Rear suspension | Torsion beam, Spring |
| Front brakes | Disc |
| Rear brakes | Drum |
| Average | 10 litres / 100km |
|---|
Estimated from official figures. Actual consumption varies by driving style and conditions.