Volkswagen Polo III Variant (1994–2000)
The Volkswagen Polo III Variant was offered with 10 engine versions (6 gasoline, 4 diesel), from 54 to 110 hp, built 1994–2000.
EnlargeProduction years1994–2000
Body styleStation wagon
Doors5
Length162.9 in (4,137 mm)
Width64.6 in (1,640 mm)
Height56.4 in (1,433 mm)
Cargo volume13.8 cu ft (390 l)
Fuel tank11.9 gal (45 l)
All Volkswagen Polo III Variant engines
| Engine | Years | Fuel | Power | Torque | 0–62 mph | Top speed | Combined | Drive |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.4 (54 hp) | 1994–2000 | Gasoline | 54 hp (40 kW) | 81 lb-ft (110 Nm) | 16 s | 96 mph (155 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | |
| 1.4 (60 hp) | 1994–2000 | Gasoline | 60 hp (44 kW) | 86 lb-ft (116 Nm) | 16 s | 96 mph (155 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | |
| 1.6 (101 hp) | 1994–2000 | Gasoline | 101 hp (74 kW) | 107 lb-ft (145 Nm) | 11.1 s | 116 mph (186 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | |
| 1.6 (101 hp) Automatic | 1994–2000 | Gasoline | 101 hp (74 kW) | 107 lb-ft (145 Nm) | 13.2 s | 113 mph (182 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | |
| 1.6 (75 hp) | 1994–2000 | Gasoline | 75 hp (55 kW) | 100 lb-ft (135 Nm) | 13.3 s | 104 mph (167 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | |
| 1.7 SDI (60 hp) | 1994–2000 | Diesel | 60 hp (44 kW) | 85 lb-ft (115 Nm) | 18.1 s | 94 mph (152 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | |
| 1.9 TDI (90 hp) | 1994–2000 | Diesel | 90 hp (66 kW) | 149 lb-ft (202 Nm) | 12 s | 109 mph (176 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | |
| 1.9 TDI (110 hp) | 1998–2000 | Diesel | 110 hp (81 kW) | 173 lb-ft (235 Nm) | 10.9 s | 118 mph (190 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | |
| 1.4 16V (75 hp) | 1999–2000 | Gasoline | 75 hp (55 kW) | 93 lb-ft (126 Nm) | 13.4 s | 104 mph (167 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | |
| 1.9 SDI (68 hp) | 1999–2000 | Diesel | 68 hp (50 kW) | 98 lb-ft (133 Nm) | 17.3 s | 98 mph (158 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.