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Volkswagen Polo Typ 86C (1981–1994) Specs

Specifications, engines, dimensions and technical data.

Gen 2 1981 - 1994 Typ 86C Hatchback
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Volkswagen Polo Typ 86C overview

The Volkswagen Polo (Typ 86C) is the 2nd generation of the Polo, built from 1981 to 1994. It is offered as a Hatchback with 13 engines (petrol, diesel), from 39 HP to 116 HP. The 1.4 D (48 Hp) accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 19.5 s, reaches a top speed of 142 km/h and is 3765 mm long.

How much horsepower does the Volkswagen Polo have?

The Volkswagen Polo (Typ 86C) has 39 HP to 116 HP, depending on the engine: 0.9 Ea111 (39 HP), 1.0 Ea111 (40 HP), 1.3 Ea086 (45 HP), 1.0 Ea111 (45 HP), 1.4 Ea086 (48 HP), 1.1 Ea111 (50 HP), 1.3 Ea111 (54 HP), 1.3 Ea111 (55 HP), 1.3 Ea111 (60 HP), 1.3 Ea111 (75 HP), 1.3 Ea111 (113 HP), 1.3 Ea111 (115 HP), 1.3 Ea111 (116 HP).

What engines are available for the Volkswagen Polo?

The Volkswagen Polo is available with 13 engines: 0.9 Ea111 (39 HP, petrol), 1.0 Ea111 (40 HP, petrol), 1.3 Ea086 (45 HP, diesel), 1.0 Ea111 (45 HP, petrol), 1.4 Ea086 (48 HP, diesel), 1.1 Ea111 (50 HP, petrol), 1.3 Ea111 (54 HP, petrol), 1.3 Ea111 (55 HP, petrol), 1.3 Ea111 (60 HP, petrol), 1.3 Ea111 (75 HP, petrol), 1.3 Ea111 (113 HP, petrol), 1.3 Ea111 (115 HP, petrol), 1.3 Ea111 (116 HP, petrol).

What are the dimensions of the Volkswagen Polo?

The Volkswagen Polo is 3765 mm long, 1570 mm wide, 1350 mm tall, with a 2335 mm wheelbase.

How fast is the Volkswagen Polo?

The Volkswagen Polo 1.4 D (48 Hp) goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 19.5 s and has a top speed of 142 km/h.

Advanced Specs

Overview

Generation Volkswagen Polo II 86C
Year 1990–1994
Platform VW A0 Platform / A01
Variant 1.4 D (48 Hp)
Body type hatchback
Engine type Fuel
Fuel type Diesel
Seats 5
Doors 3

Power & torque

Power 48 HP
Power @ max rpm 4500 rpm
Torque 85 Nm
Torque @ max rpm 2700 rpm

Performance

Top speed 142 km/h
0–100 km/h 19.5 s
0–62 mph 19.5 s

Engine

Engine code 1W
Displacement 1391 cc
Cylinders 4
Configuration inline
Bore 75.0 mm
Stroke 78.7 mm
Compression ratio 22.3
Valves per cylinder 2
Injection system Precombustion Chamber Injection
Aspiration Naturally Aspirated Engine
Valvetrain sohc
Oil capacity 3.5 L
Coolant 5.6 L
Engine layout Front Transverse

Drivetrain & transmission

Drive Front Wheel Drive
Powertrain architecture Internal Combustion Engine
Drivetrain architecture The Internal Combustion Engine Ice Drives The Front Wheels Of The Vehicle
Gearbox type manual
Gears 5
Gearbox code 085
Gearbox manufacturer vw

Dimensions

Length 3765 mm
Width 1570 mm
Height 1350 mm
Wheelbase 2335 mm
Front track 1320 mm
Rear track 1345 mm
Boot space 240 – 1030 L

Mass

Kerb weight 805 kg
Max weight 1250 kg
Max load 445 kg

Consumption & emissions

Fuel combined 5.9 L/100km
Fuel urban 5.5 L/100km
Fuel extra urban 4.1 L/100km
Fuel tank 42.0 L

Chassis & brakes

Front suspension Coil Spring
Rear suspension Coil Spring
Front brakes disc
Rear brakes drum
Steering type Steering Rack And Pinion
Tire size 155/70 R13
Wheel rims 4.5J x 13

Efficiency ratios

Weight-to-power 16.8 kg/Hp, 59.6 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque 9.5 kg/Nm, 105.6 Nm/tonne

Other

Start Of Production 1990
End Of Production 1994

Performance

Engine speed (1k/rpm)

Figures from catalog data; real-world values may differ.

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