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1.0 MT (40 hp)


Technical data

This 1.0 MT (40 hp) engine was fitted in the 2 generation Estate, which was produced by Volkswagen from 1981 to 1990. In addition to this engine, 4 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.

Power & fuel consumption

City fuel consumption per 100 km7litre
Highway fuel consumption per 100 km5litre
Mixed fuel consumption per 100 km6.9litre
Fuel tank capacity42litre
Cruising rangefrom 600 to 840km
Fuel95 RON
Top speed135km/h
Acceleration (0–100 km/h)21.2second

Engine

Displacement1043cm3
Engine power40bhp
RPM at max powerto 5 300RPM
Maximum torque74Nm
RPM at max torque2700RPM
Engine typeGasoline
Cylinder layoutInline
Injection typeCarburetor
Number of cylinders4
Valves per cylinder2
Bore75mm
Stroke59mm

Gearbox & drivetrain

GearboxManual
Number of gears4
Drive wheelsFront-wheel drive

Body

Seats5
Length3660mm
Width1580mm
Height1359mm
Wheelbase2339mm
Front track1321mm
Rear track1349mm
Ground clearance105mm
Kerb weight736kg
Gross weight1130kg
Min. boot capacity240litre
Max. boot capacity980litre
Body typeEstate

Suspension & brakes

Front suspensionHelical springs
Rear suspensionHelical springs
Front brakesDisc
Rear brakesDrum

Real-world consumption (est.)

City8.4 litres / 100km
Highway6 litres / 100km
Average8.3 litres / 100km

Estimated from official figures. Actual consumption varies by driving style and conditions.

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