Volkswagen Polo III Classic 110 1.9 TDI (110 hp)

Diesel engine with 110 hp (81 kW) and 173 lb-ft (235 Nm), built 1998–2000, sedan body, front-wheel drive. It is the most powerful diesel version of the generation.

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Power110 hp (81 kW)
Torque173 lb-ft (235 Nm)
0–62 mph10.6 s
Top speed120 mph (193 km/h)
FuelDiesel

Specifications

Engine

Engine version110 1.9 TDI (110 hp)
Displacement1.9 L (1,896 cm³)
Cylinders4
Cylinder layoutInline
Engine positionFront, Longitudinal
Valves per cylinder2
ValvetrainOHC
Fuel systemDiesel common rail
Compression ratio19-5
Bore79.5 mm
Stroke95.5 mm

Performance

Power110 hp (81 kW) @ 4150 rpm
Torque173 lb-ft (235 Nm) @ 1900 rpm
0–62 mph (0–100 km/h)10.6 s
Top speed120 mph (193 km/h)

Fuel economy and emissions

FuelDiesel
City36 mpg (6.5 l/100 km)
Fuel tank11.9 gal (45 l)

Body, dimensions and weight

Body styleSedan
Doors5
Length163.9 in (4,164 mm)
Width64.6 in (1,640 mm)
Height55.7 in (1,414 mm)
Curb weight2,458 lb (1,115 kg)
Gross vehicle weight3,472 lb (1,575 kg)
Cargo volume16.1 cu ft (455 l)

Drivetrain and chassis

DriveFront-wheel drive
Gears5
SteeringHydraulic power steering
Front suspensionWishbone
Rear suspensionTrailing links
Tires185/60 R14
Wheels6J x 14
Driver assistanceABS (Anti-lock braking system)

What to check on a Volkswagen Polo with this engine

  • On a diesel, check the particulate filter (DPF), the injectors and the dual-mass flywheel: they are the expensive repairs.
  • 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

EngineFuelPowerCombined
1.6 (100 hp)Gasoline100 hp (74 kW)
1.6 (100 hp) AutomaticGasoline100 hp (74 kW)
1.9 SDI (64 hp)Diesel64 hp (47 kW)
60 1.4 (60 hp)Gasoline60 hp (44 kW)
75 1.6 (75 hp)Gasoline75 hp (55 kW)
90 1.9 TDI (90 hp)Diesel90 hp (66 kW)
1.7 SDI (60 hp)Diesel60 hp (44 kW)
1.8 (97 hp)Gasoline97 hp (71 kW)
1.9 SDI (68 hp)Diesel68 hp (50 kW)
75 1.4 16V (75 hp)Gasoline75 hp (55 kW)

← All Volkswagen Polo III Classic engines

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