This Volkswagen (VW) is available with five petrol engines with displacement from 1.4 to 2.8 litres and power of from 60 to 174 horsepower un four diesel engines with displacement 1.9 litres and power of from 64 to 110 horsepower.
The car is available with both manual (12 versions), as well as automatic (6 versions) gearbox.
Volkswagen Vento sedan average fuel consumption in combined cycle for petrol engine is from 6.6 to 11.6 litres per 100km, whereas for diesel engine - from 5 to 6.4 litres per 100km. The most economical Volkswagen Vento petrol engine version is Volkswagen Vento 1.4, consuming 6.6 litres per 100km. While the most economical Volkswagen Vento diesel - Volkswagen Vento 1.9 TDI for 100 kilometers consumes 5 liters of diesel.
Volkswagen Vento sedan CO2 emissions for petrol engine are from 195 to 282 grams per kilometer, whereas for diesel engine - from 137 to 179 grams per kilometer. From Volkswagen Vento with petrol engines the lowest CO2 emissions has Volkswagen Vento 1.8 which produces an average of 195 grams of CO2 per kilometer. In turn, from the Volkswagen Vento diesels least CO2 distributes Volkswagen Vento 1.9 TDI - 137 grams per km.
The best acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h - 8 seconds has Volkswagen Vento 2.8 VR6 version, conversely the tardiest one is Volkswagen Vento 1.9 Diesel reaching this speed only in 18.3 seconds.
Lenght of Volkswagen Vento is 438 cm, it is medium size car. For comparison - Volkswagen Vento is about 2 cm longer than Ford Focus sedan, but 5 cm shorter than BMW 3 series sedan. Volkswagen Vento gross weight is from 1000 to 1200 kg (depending on modification), which is about 30 percent lighter than the average for this age and class.
This Volkswagen (VW) is very cheap for its class - it can be purchased (in Latvia) for around 800 $. According to user reviews, average Volkswagen Vento repair costs are 110 $ per year. Users calculated Volkswagen Vento cost of ownership for this generation, got average 2200 € cost per year and 0.54 € cost per one kilometer. Fuel costs were estimated at around 45%, while repair and maintenance costs - around 24% from total. We have an excellent car cost calculator, calculate ownership costs of Volkswagen Vento for your situation and driving habits here! Below you will find more detailed information about Volkswagen Vento prices and costs.
In user reviews Volkswagen Vento received average grade 6.3 (from 10) which is relatively low, considering average rate 7.5 for similar aged cars. Ratings are quite controversial, both positive and not so good, read more in the reviews below. 63% of reviewers would recommend this car to the friend.
Volkswagen Vento modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volkswagen Vento 1.4 Aug 1995 — Oct 1998 | 1.4 Petrol | 60 HP | 6.6 l/100km | Manual (5 gears) |
| Volkswagen Vento 1.6 Jan 1993 — Oct 1998 | 1.6 Petrol | 75 HP | 7.3 l/100km | Manual (5 gears) |
| Volkswagen Vento 1.8 Apr 1992 — Feb 1993 | 1.8 Petrol | 75 HP | 7.6 l/100km | Manual (5 gears) |
| Volkswagen Vento 1.8 Apr 1992 — Oct 1998 | 1.8 Petrol | 75 HP | 9.5 l/100km | Automatic (4 gears) |
| Volkswagen Vento 1.8 Jan 1997 — Oct 1998 | 1.8 Petrol | 75 HP | 7.6 l/100km | Manual (5 gears) |
| Volkswagen Vento 1.8 Apr 1992 — Oct 1998 | 1.8 Petrol | 90 HP | 8 l/100km | Manual (5 gears) |
| Volkswagen Vento 1.8 Apr 1992 — Oct 1998 | 1.8 Petrol | 90 HP | 9.2 l/100km | Automatic (4 gears) |
| Volkswagen Vento 1.9 Diesel Apr 1992 — Oct 1998 | 1.9 Diesel | 64 HP | 5.9 l/100km | Manual (5 gears) |
| Volkswagen Vento 1.9 SDI Jun 1995 — Oct 1998 | 1.9 Diesel | 64 HP | 5.1 l/100km | Manual (5 gears) |
| Volkswagen Vento 1.9 TD Apr 1992 — Oct 1998 | 1.9 Diesel | 75 HP | 6.1 l/100km | Manual (5 gears) |
| Volkswagen Vento 1.9 TDI Mar 1994 — Oct 1998 | 1.9 Diesel | 90 HP | 5 l/100km | Manual (5 gears) |
| Volkswagen Vento 1.9 TDI Mar 1996 — Oct 1998 | 1.9 Diesel | 90 HP | 5 l/100km | Automatic (4 gears) |
| Volkswagen Vento 1.9 TDI Aug 1996 — Oct 1998 | 1.9 Diesel | 110 HP | 5 l/100km | Manual (5 gears) |
| Volkswagen Vento 1.9 TDI Aug 1996 — Oct 1998 | 1.9 Diesel | 110 HP | 6.4 l/100km | Automatic (4 gears) |
| Volkswagen Vento 2.0 Apr 1992 — Oct 1998 | 2.0 Petrol | 115 HP | 8.1 l/100km | Manual (5 gears) |
| Volkswagen Vento 2.0 Apr 1992 — Oct 1998 | 2.0 Petrol | 115 HP | 9.2 l/100km | Automatic (4 gears) |
| Volkswagen Vento 2.8 VR6 Apr 1992 — Jan 1997 | 2.8 Petrol | 174 HP | 10.6 l/100km | Manual (5 gears) |
| Volkswagen Vento 2.8 VR6 Aug 1993 — Jan 1997 | 2.8 Petrol | 174 HP | 11.6 l/100km | Automatic (4 gears) |
Volkswagen Vento prices
Volkswagen Vento 1992 - 1998 sedan price in Latvia is from 220 $ to 2100 $.
Comparing to analogical vehicles Volkswagen Vento price is more below average - Volkswagen Vento is approximately for 53 percents cheaper then average sedans of this age (compare sedans 1992 - 1998 prices). Despite of relatively low price Volkswagen Vento quality is above average (see below), so this Volkswagen (VW) can be a good buy.
| Year | Lowest | Average | Highest | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volkswagen Vento 1998 price | 220 $ | 550 $ | 800 $ | |
| Volkswagen Vento 1997 price | 440 $ | 900 $ | 1700 $ | |
| Volkswagen Vento 1996 price | 330 $ | 900 $ | 1700 $ | |
| Volkswagen Vento 1995 price | 650 $ | 800 $ | 900 $ | |
| Volkswagen Vento 1994 price | 440 $ | 650 $ | 900 $ | |
| Volkswagen Vento 1993 price | 550 $ | 1100 $ | 2100 $ | |
| Volkswagen Vento 1992 price | 330 $ | 550 $ | 1000 $ |
Volkswagen Vento total costs of ownership
How much really costs to own Volkswagen Vento? Users calculated Volkswagen Vento cost of ownership for this generation, got average 2200 € cost per year and 0.54 € cost per one kilometer.
To calculate the Volkswagen Vento total running costs, including the purchase, insurance, maintenance costs as well as taxes and other costs, click year of production
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Volkswagen Vento sedan features (options)
Percentage of Volkswagen Vento with corresponding feature (option)
49% Metallic paint
47% Adjustable steering wheel
25%
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Volkswagen Vento reviews
Total 8 Volkswagen Vento owner reviews
| Purchase year: | 2005 (age of car 10 years) | Owned for: | 300`000 kilometers (11 years) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average fuel consumption: | 7.0 litres per 100km (20% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 971.25 $ (~ 88 $ per year) | ||
Would NOT recomend this car to the friend
Durable, easy and cheap service. Any time, I never left road, so reliable.
Rust, corrosion and rust.
| Purchase year: | 2011 (age of car 16 years) | Owned for: | 262`000 kilometers (9 years) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average fuel consumption: | 6.6 litres per 100km (40% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 2775 $ (~ 308 $ per year) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
Low fuel consumption, easy to maintain. Strong.
Over heating. Programming of the gear when replace
| Purchase year: | 2019 (age of car 24 years) | Owned for: | 40`000 kilometers (1 year) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average fuel consumption: | 8.0 litres per 100km (50% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 27.75 $ (~ 27 $ per year) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
High performance, has not failed me so far
The suspension is very hard
| Purchase year: | 2002 (age of car 9 years) | Owned for: | 130`000 kilometers (14 years) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average fuel consumption: | 5.6 litres per 100km (40% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 707.07 $ (~ 50 $ per year) | ||
Would NOT recomend this car to the friend
A good engine, a cheap service.
Likes to rust
| Purchase year: | 2002 (age of car 9 years) | Owned for: | 150`000 kilometers (14 years) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average fuel consumption: | 6.0 litres per 100km (70% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 1110 $ (~ 79 $ per year) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
| Purchase year: | 2004 (age of car 9 years) | Owned for: | 40`000 kilometers (12 years) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average fuel consumption: | 6.0 litres per 100km (50% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 146.52 $ (~ 12 $ per year) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
| Purchase year: | 2010 (age of car 14 years) | Owned for: | 100`000 kilometers (7 years) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average fuel consumption: | 5.0 litres per 100km (40% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 659.34 $ (~ 94 $ per year) | ||
Would NOT recomend this car to the friend
| Purchase year: | 2016 (age of car 21 year) | Owned for: | 15`000 kilometers (1 year) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average fuel consumption: | 11.0 litres per 100km (70% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 333 $ (~ 333 $ per year) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend