Volkswagen Polo III Classic 1.8 (97 hp)
Gasoline engine with 97 hp (71 kW) and 112 lb-ft (152 Nm), built 1997–2000, sedan body, front-wheel drive. The Volkswagen Polo III Classic has 2 more powerful gasoline versions.
EnlargePower97 hp (71 kW)
Torque112 lb-ft (152 Nm)
0–62 mph11.1 s
Top speed112 mph (180 km/h)
FuelGasoline
Specifications
Engine
| Engine version | 1.8 (97 hp) |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1.8 L (1,781 cm³) |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Cylinder layout | Inline |
| Engine position | Front, Transverse |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| Valvetrain | DOHC |
| Fuel system | Multi-point indirect injection |
| Compression ratio | 10 |
| Bore | 81 mm |
| Stroke | 86.4 mm |
Performance
| Power | 97 hp (71 kW) @ 5250 rpm |
|---|---|
| Torque | 112 lb-ft (152 Nm) @ 3000 rpm |
| 0–62 mph (0–100 km/h) | 11.1 s |
| Top speed | 112 mph (180 km/h) |
Fuel economy and emissions
| Fuel | Gasoline |
|---|---|
| City | 28 mpg (8.3 l/100 km) |
| Fuel tank | 11.9 gal (45 l) |
Body, dimensions and weight
| Body style | Sedan |
|---|---|
| Doors | 5 |
| Length | 163.9 in (4,164 mm) |
| Width | 64.6 in (1,640 mm) |
| Height | 55.7 in (1,414 mm) |
| Curb weight | 2,425 lb (1,100 kg) |
| Cargo volume | 16.1 cu ft (455 l) |
Drivetrain and chassis
| Drive | Front-wheel drive |
|---|---|
| Gears | 5 |
| Steering | Hydraulic power steering |
| Front suspension | Wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Trailing links |
| Tires | 185/60 R14 |
| Wheels | 6J x 14 |
| Driver assistance | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
What to check on a Volkswagen Polo with this engine
- On a gasoline engine, check the oil consumption, the timing chain or belt and, on turbo engines, the turbocharger.
- Test the clutch or the automatic transmission from a cold start and in the low gears.
- Compare the odometer with the readings in the service records and in the VIN history report: a big gap means the mileage was rolled back.
Other Volkswagen Polo III Classic engines
| Engine | Fuel | Power | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6 (100 hp) | Gasoline | 100 hp (74 kW) | |
| 1.6 (100 hp) Automatic | Gasoline | 100 hp (74 kW) | |
| 1.9 SDI (64 hp) | Diesel | 64 hp (47 kW) | |
| 60 1.4 (60 hp) | Gasoline | 60 hp (44 kW) | |
| 75 1.6 (75 hp) | Gasoline | 75 hp (55 kW) | |
| 90 1.9 TDI (90 hp) | Diesel | 90 hp (66 kW) | |
| 1.7 SDI (60 hp) | Diesel | 60 hp (44 kW) | |
| 110 1.9 TDI (110 hp) | Diesel | 110 hp (81 kW) | |
| 1.9 SDI (68 hp) | Diesel | 68 hp (50 kW) | |
| 75 1.4 16V (75 hp) | Gasoline | 75 hp (55 kW) |