Volkswagen Polo III Classic (1994–2000)
The Volkswagen Polo III Classic was offered with 11 engine versions (6 gasoline, 5 diesel), from 60 to 110 hp, built 1994–2000.
EnlargeProduction years1994–2000
Body styleSedan
Doors5
Length163.9 in (4,164 mm)
Width64.6 in (1,640 mm)
Height55.7 in (1,414 mm)
Cargo volume16.1 cu ft (455 l)
Fuel tank11.9 gal (45 l)
All Volkswagen Polo III Classic engines
| Engine | Years | Fuel | Power | Torque | 0–62 mph | Top speed | Combined | Drive |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6 (100 hp) | 1994–2000 | Gasoline | 100 hp (74 kW) | 107 lb-ft (145 Nm) | 11.5 s | 117 mph (188 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | |
| 1.6 (100 hp) Automatic | 1994–2000 | Gasoline | 100 hp (74 kW) | 107 lb-ft (145 Nm) | 11.5 s | 117 mph (188 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | |
| 1.9 SDI (64 hp) | 1994–2000 | Diesel | 64 hp (47 kW) | 91 lb-ft (124 Nm) | 16.7 s | 98 mph (158 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | |
| 60 1.4 (60 hp) | 1994–2000 | Gasoline | 60 hp (44 kW) | 86 lb-ft (116 Nm) | 15.6 s | 98 mph (157 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | |
| 75 1.6 (75 hp) | 1994–2000 | Gasoline | 75 hp (55 kW) | 100 lb-ft (135 Nm) | 13.3 s | 106 mph (170 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | |
| 90 1.9 TDI (90 hp) | 1996–2000 | Diesel | 90 hp (66 kW) | 155 lb-ft (210 Nm) | 12 s | 112 mph (180 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | |
| 1.7 SDI (60 hp) | 1997–2000 | Diesel | 60 hp (44 kW) | 85 lb-ft (115 Nm) | 18.1 s | 96 mph (155 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | |
| 1.8 (97 hp) | 1997–2000 | Gasoline | 97 hp (71 kW) | 112 lb-ft (152 Nm) | 11.1 s | 112 mph (180 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | |
| 110 1.9 TDI (110 hp) | 1998–2000 | Diesel | 110 hp (81 kW) | 173 lb-ft (235 Nm) | 10.6 s | 120 mph (193 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | |
| 1.9 SDI (68 hp) | 1999–2000 | Diesel | 68 hp (50 kW) | 98 lb-ft (133 Nm) | 17.5 s | 100 mph (161 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | |
| 75 1.4 16V (75 hp) | 1999–2000 | Gasoline | 75 hp (55 kW) | 93 lb-ft (126 Nm) | 12.9 s | 106 mph (170 km/h) | Front-wheel drive |
Figures are the manufacturer's, mostly for the European versions, and can vary with equipment. Fuel economy is converted from the European test (l/100 km) to US mpg, so it reads higher than an EPA rating. Engines with a link have their own spec sheet.