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Technical data

This 1.7 MT (102 hp) engine was fitted in the 1 generation Hatchback, which was produced by Volvo from 1986 to 1995. 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.

Body

Body typeHatchback
Seats4
Length4260mm
Width1710mm
Height1320mm
Wheelbase2503mm
Front track1420mm
Rear track1430mm
Ground clearance110mm
Max. boot capacity660litre
Min. boot capacity160litre
Kerb weight1030kg
Gross weight1410kg

Engine

Engine typeGasoline
Displacement1721cm3
Engine power102bhp
RPM at max powerfrom 5 600RPM
Injection typeMulti-point injection
Cylinder layoutInline
Number of cylinders4
Bore81mm
Stroke83.5mm
Valves per cylinder2
Maximum torque142Nm
RPM at max torque3900RPM

Power & fuel consumption

Fuel95 RON
Top speed185km/h
Acceleration (0–100 km/h)9.5second
City fuel consumption per 100 km9litre
Highway fuel consumption per 100 km5litre
Mixed fuel consumption per 100 km7litre
Fuel tank capacity46litre
Cruising rangefrom 510 to 920km

Suspension & brakes

Front suspensionWishbone
Rear suspensionHelical springs
Front brakesDisc
Rear brakesDisc

Gearbox & drivetrain

GearboxManual
Number of gears5
Drive wheelsFront-wheel drive

Real-world consumption (est.)

City10.8 litres / 100km
Highway6 litres / 100km
Average8.4 litres / 100km

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

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