Body style: Van
Segment: Medium MPV
Production years: 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006
Volkswagen decided to enter the competition on the minivan market with a vehicle built on top of a trusted platform carried over from its hatchback sibling, the Golf.
In 2003, Renault, Citroen, Opel/Vauxhall, Fiat, and Ford contested the top spot in the European minivan market. It wasn't easy for Volkswagen to keep up with its main rivals in a segment where the price was critical, but the carmaker tried a different approach.
While other carmakers invested more time and money in the design department, Volkswagen went for the form-follow-function concept and built a vehicle with a rather dull design. Even though it didn't have the same appeal as the others, it convinced its customers with its safety features, the five-star EuroNCAP results, and a trustworthy engine lineup. At the front, it installed a chromed trim on the lower side of the grille and a set of clear-lens headlights, which featured four individual lamps inside, including an option for Xenon.
The interior was very roomy and practical and, due to its large windows, offered a fish-tank experience for its seven occupants. It provided many storage areas on the door cards, ceiling, and center console. The last row of seats folded neatly into the trunk area, increasing the luggage compartment up to 695 liters (24.5 cu-ft), but with all seats up, that volume space tumbled to just 121 liters (4.3 cu-ft).
Under the hood, Volkswagen offered a choice of ten engines, both gasoline, and turbo-diesel. For fleets, the carmaker added a CNG version.
ENGINE SPECS - 1.4L TSI 6MT (140 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1390 cm3 |
Power: | 103 KW @ 5600 RPM 140 HP @ 5600 RPM 138 BHP @ 5600 RPM |
Torque: | 162 lb-ft @ 4000 RPM 220 Nm @ 4000 RPM |
Fuel System: | Direct Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 15.9 gallons (60.2 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 124.3 mph (200 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 9.8 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 6-speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 195/65 R15 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 172.8 in (4389 mm) |
Width: | 70.5 in (1791 mm) |
Height: | 65 in (1651 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 60.6/59.8 in (1,539/1,519 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 105.5 in (2680 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5 in (127 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 24.5 cuFT (694 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.31 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3203.3 lbs (1453 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4739.9 lbs (2150 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 24.2 mpg US (9.7 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 38.6 mpg US (6.1 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 31.8 mpg US (7.4 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 178 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 1.6L 5MT (102 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1595 cm3 |
Power: | 75 KW @ 5600 RPM 102 HP @ 5600 RPM 101 BHP @ 5600 RPM |
Torque: | 109 lb-ft @ 3800 RPM 148 Nm @ 3800 RPM |
Fuel System: | Direct Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 15.9 gallons (60.2 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 111.2 mph (179 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 12.9 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 195/65 R15 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 172.8 in (4389 mm) |
Width: | 70.5 in (1791 mm) |
Height: | 65 in (1651 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 60.6/59.8 in (1,539/1,519 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 105.5 in (2680 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5 in (127 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 24.5 cuFT (694 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.31 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3090.9 lbs (1402 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4607.7 lbs (2090 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 21.6 mpg US (10.9 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 37.9 mpg US (6.2 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 29.8 mpg US (7.9 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 190 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 1.6L FSI 6MT (115 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1598 cm3 |
Power: | 85 KW @ 5800 RPM 116 HP @ 5800 RPM 114 BHP @ 5800 RPM |
Torque: | 114 lb-ft @ 4000 RPM 155 Nm @ 4000 RPM |
Fuel System: | Direct Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 15.9 gallons (60.2 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 115.6 mph (186 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 11.9 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 6-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 195/65 R15 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 172.8 in (4389 mm) |
Width: | 70.5 in (1791 mm) |
Height: | 65 in (1651 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 60.6/59.8 in (1,539/1,519 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 105.5 in (2680 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5 in (127 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 24.5 cuFT (694 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.31 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3082.1 lbs (1398 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4607.7 lbs (2090 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 24.8 mpg US (9.5 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 37.9 mpg US (6.2 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 31.8 mpg US (7.4 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 178 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.0L FSI 6MT (150 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1984 cm3 |
Power: | 110 KW @ 6000 RPM 150 HP @ 6000 RPM 148 BHP @ 6000 RPM |
Torque: | 148 lb-ft @ 3500 RPM 200 Nm @ 3500 RPM |
Fuel System: | Direct Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 15.9 gallons (60.2 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 148.2 mph (239 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 10.4 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 6-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 205/55R16 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 172.8 in (4389 mm) |
Width: | 70.5 in (1791 mm) |
Height: | 65 in (1651 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 60.6/59.8 in (1,539/1,519 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 105.5 in (2680 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5 in (127 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 24.5 cuFT (694 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.31 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3271.7 lbs (1484 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4784 lbs (2170 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 21.6 mpg US (10.9 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 37.9 mpg US (6.2 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 29.8 mpg US (7.9 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 190 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 1.9L TDI (90 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1896 cm3 |
Power: | 66 KW @ 4000 RPM 90 HP @ 4000 RPM 89 BHP @ 4000 RPM |
Torque: | 155 lb-ft @ 1800 RPM 210 Nm @ 1800 RPM |
Fuel System: | Direct Injection |
Fuel: | Diesel |
Fuel capacity: | 15.9 gallons (60.2 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 106.3 mph (171 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 14.9 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 6-speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 195/65 R15 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 172.8 in (4389 mm) |
Width: | 70.5 in (1791 mm) |
Height: | 65 in (1651 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 60.6/59.8 in (1,539/1,519 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 105.5 in (2680 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5 in (127 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 24.5 cuFT (694 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.31 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3247.4 lbs (1473 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4762 lbs (2160 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 31.8 mpg US (7.4 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 45.2 mpg US (5.2 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 39.9 mpg US (5.9 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 159 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 1.9L TDI 6MT (100 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1896 cm3 |
Power: | 74 KW @ 4000 RPM 101 HP @ 4000 RPM 99 BHP @ 4000 RPM |
Torque: | 184 lb-ft @ 1900 RPM 250 Nm @ 1900 RPM |
Fuel System: | Direct Injection |
Fuel: | Diesel |
Fuel capacity: | 15.9 gallons (60.2 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 110 mph (177 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 13.5 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 6-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 195/65 R15 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 172.8 in (4389 mm) |
Width: | 70.5 in (1791 mm) |
Height: | 65 in (1651 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 60.6/59.8 in (1,539/1,519 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 105.5 in (2680 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5 in (127 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 24.5 cuFT (694 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.31 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3247.4 lbs (1473 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4762 lbs (2160 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 31.8 mpg US (7.4 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 45.2 mpg US (5.2 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 39.9 mpg US (5.9 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 159 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 1.9L TDI 6MT (105 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1896 cm3 |
Power: | 77 KW @ 4000 RPM 105 HP @ 4000 RPM 103 BHP @ 4000 RPM |
Torque: | 184 lb-ft @ 1900 RPM 250 Nm @ 1900 RPM |
Fuel System: | Direct Injection |
Fuel: | Diesel |
Fuel capacity: | 15.9 gallons (60.2 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 110 mph (177 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 13.5 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 6-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 195/65R15 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 172.8 in (4389 mm) |
Width: | 70.5 in (1791 mm) |
Height: | 65 in (1651 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 60.6/59.8 in (1,539/1,519 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 105.5 in (2680 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5 in (127 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 24.5 cuFT (694 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.31 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3247.4 lbs (1473 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4762 lbs (2160 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 31.8 mpg US (7.4 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 45.2 mpg US (5.2 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 39.9 mpg US (5.9 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 159 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.0L TDI 6MT (136 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1986 cm3 |
Power: | 100 KW @ 4000 RPM 136 HP @ 4000 RPM 134 BHP @ 4000 RPM |
Torque: | 236 lb-ft @ 1750 RPM 320 Nm @ 1750 RPM |
Fuel System: | Direct Injection |
Fuel: | Diesel |
Fuel capacity: | 15.9 gallons (60.2 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 122.4 mph (197 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 10.6 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 6-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 205/55R16 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 172.8 in (4389 mm) |
Width: | 70.5 in (1791 mm) |
Height: | 65 in (1651 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 60.6/59.8 in (1,539/1,519 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 105.5 in (2680 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5 in (127 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 24.5 cuFT (694 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.31 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3379.7 lbs (1533 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4872.2 lbs (2210 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 30.9 mpg US (7.6 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 45.2 mpg US (5.2 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 39.2 mpg US (6 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 162 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.0L TDI 6MT (140 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1968 cm3 |
Power: | 103 KW @ 4000 RPM 140 HP @ 4000 RPM 138 BHP @ 4000 RPM |
Torque: | 236 lb-ft @ 1750 RPM 320 Nm @ 1750 RPM |
Fuel System: | Direct Injection |
Fuel: | Diesel |
Fuel capacity: | 15.9 gallons (60.2 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 124.3 mph (200 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 10.2 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 6-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 205/55R16 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 172.8 in (4389 mm) |
Width: | 70.5 in (1791 mm) |
Height: | 65 in (1651 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 60.6/59.8 in (1,539/1,519 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 105.5 in (2680 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5 in (127 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 24.5 cuFT (694 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.31 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3379.7 lbs (1533 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4872.2 lbs (2210 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 30.9 mpg US (7.6 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 45.2 mpg US (5.2 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 39.2 mpg US (6 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 162 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.0L TDI 6MT (170 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1968 cm3 |
Power: | 125 KW @ 4200 RPM 170 HP @ 4200 RPM 168 BHP @ 4200 RPM |
Torque: | 258 lb-ft @ 1750 RPM 350 Nm @ 1750 RPM |
Fuel System: | Direct Injection |
Fuel: | Diesel |
Fuel capacity: | 15.9 gallons (60.2 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 133 mph (214 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 9 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 6-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 205/55 R16 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 172.8 in (4389 mm) |
Width: | 70.5 in (1791 mm) |
Height: | 65 in (1651 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 60.6/59.8 in (1,539/1,519 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 105.5 in (2680 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5 in (127 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 24.5 cuFT (694 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.31 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3364.3 lbs (1526 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4872.2 lbs (2210 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 28 mpg US (8.4 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 42.8 mpg US (5.5 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 36.2 mpg US (6.5 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 176 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.0L EcoFuel 5MT (109 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1984 cm3 |
Power: | 80 KW @ 5400 RPM 109 HP @ 5400 RPM 107 BHP @ 5400 RPM |
Torque: | 118 lb-ft @ 3500 RPM 160 Nm @ 3500 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Hybrid |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 111.8 mph (180 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 13.5 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 205/55 R16 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 172.8 in (4389 mm) |
Width: | 70.5 in (1791 mm) |
Height: | 65 in (1651 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 60.6/59.8 in (1,539/1,519 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 105.5 in (2680 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5 in (127 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 24.5 cuFT (694 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.31 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3390.7 lbs (1538 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4806.1 lbs (2180 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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CO2 Emissions: | 155 g/km |