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1.6 MT (50 hp)


Technical data

This 1.6 MT (50 hp) engine was fitted in the T3 Minibus, which was produced by Volkswagen from 1979 to 1982. In addition to this engine, 1 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 km11.5litre
Highway fuel consumption per 100 km8litre
Mixed fuel consumption per 100 km9.7litre
Fuel tank capacity60litre
Cruising rangefrom 520 to 750km
Fuel92 RON
Top speed110km/h
Acceleration (0–100 km/h)26.5second

Engine

Displacement1584cm3
Engine power50bhp
RPM at max powerto 4 000RPM
Maximum torque103Nm
RPM at max torque2400RPM
Engine typeGasoline
Cylinder layoutInline
Injection typeCarburetor
Number of cylinders4
Valves per cylinder4
Bore85.5mm
Stroke66mm

Gearbox & drivetrain

GearboxManual
Number of gears4
Drive wheelsRear-wheel drive
Turning circle12.3m

Body

Seats8
Length4570mm
Width1845mm
Height1950mm
Wheelbase2460mm
Front track1395mm
Rear track1455mm
Ground clearance200mm
Kerb weight1360kg
Gross weight2250kg
Displacement870kg
Body typeMinibus

Suspension & brakes

Front suspensionIndependent, Torsion
Rear suspension Torsion beam
Front brakesDisc
Rear brakesDrum

Real-world consumption (est.)

City13.8 litres / 100km
Highway9.6 litres / 100km
Average11.6 litres / 100km

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

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