Volkswagen Lupo 1998 1.4 16V 75 Hp Automatic
Volkswagen Lupo 1998 1.4 petrol description
Hatchback Volkswagen Lupo 1998 1.4 16V 75 Hp Automatic has been produced from October, 1998 to June, 2005. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.4 litres, which produces power of 75 horsepower on 5000 rpm and torque 126 Nm (Newton metres) on 3800 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system without turbocharger. Engine versions compliant with Euro 3 and Euro 4 emission standards available. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 240 000 to 400 000 kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
More engine specs
This Volkswagen Lupo 1.4 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 3.2 litres.
Volkswagen Lupo 1998 1.4 16V 75 Hp Automatic has front wheel drive (FWD) and automatic gearbox with 4 gears.
Volkswagen Lupo 1998 1.4 16V 75 Hp Automatic accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 13.9 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 168 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this Volkswagen Lupo 1998 1.4 16V 75 Hp Automatic in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 7.5 litres per 100km (13.3 km/l), city fuel economy - 10.4 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 5.8 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 34 litres or 8.98 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 440 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 580 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, the real everyday fuel consumption of this Volkswagen (VW) is in line with the figure specified by the manufacturer. More - Real Volkswagen Lupo fuel consumption.
Volkswagen Lupo safety
During safety testing Volkswagen Lupo has obtained 4 stars from five, which means good safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Volkswagen Lupo is evaluated with four stars, and for pedestrian protection Volkswagen Lupo got two stars.
Volkswagen Lupo 1998 1.4 16V 75 Hp Automatic technical data
| Model: | Volkswagen Lupo 1.4 16V 75 Hp Automatic | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Hatchback | ||
| Production period: | 1998. October ... 2005. June | ||
| Engine: | 1390 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 180 g/km |
| Power: | 75 HP ON 5000 RPM | Torque: | 126 NM ON 3800 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (4 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
| Maximum speed: | 168 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 13.9 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.5 (combined) 10.4 (urban) 5.8 (highway) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 7.5 l/100km (31.4 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 34 litres (9 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 3.53m (length) 1.64m (width) 1.46m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 10.1 meters | ||
| Seats: | 4 seats | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 130 litres | ||
| Trunk max capacity: | 830 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
| Gross weight: | 1390 kg | ||
Volkswagen Lupo 1998 1.4 16V 75 Hp Automatic engine BBY
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 240,000 to 400,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
| Engine displacement | 1390 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 76.5 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 75.6 mm |
| Compression ratio | 10.5 : 1 |
| Camshaft drive | Timing belt Timing belt engines are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain engines, but belt usually needs to be replaced more often and the risk of breakage is higher. |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| Volkswagen Lupo 1998 1.4 16V 75 Hp Automatic oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 3.2 litres (3.4 quarts) |
| Coolant capacity | 5.6 litres (5.9 quarts) |
| Power | 75 HP ON 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 NM ON 3800 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 2001 |
| Duration of production | 4 years |
| Engine also used on | Volkswagen Golf Volkswagen Polo Skoda Octavia Skoda Fabia Audi A2 and 4 other models |
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All Volkswagen Lupo hatchback [1998 - 2005] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Volkswagen Lupo 1998 1.0
Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption |
1.0 Petrol | 50 HP | 5.6 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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Volkswagen Lupo 1999 1.2 TDI
Nov 1999 — Jun 2005 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
1.2 Diesel | 61 HP | 3.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
| Volkswagen Lupo 2001 1.4 Jan 2001 — Jun 2005 | 1.4 Petrol | 60 HP | 6.2 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Volkswagen Lupo 1998 1.4 16V 75 Hp | 1.4 Petrol | 75 HP | 6.1 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Volkswagen Lupo 1998 1.4 16V 75 Hp Automatic | 1.4 Petrol | 75 HP | 7.5 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
| Volkswagen Lupo 1999 1.4 16V 100 Hp Oct 1999 — Jun 2005 | 1.4 Petrol | 100 HP | 6.6 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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Volkswagen Lupo 2003 1.4 16V FSI
Mar 2003 — Jan 2004 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.4 Petrol | 105 HP | 4.9 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
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Volkswagen Lupo 1999 1.4 TDI
Oct 1999 — Jun 2005 Most powerfull diesel version (75 HP) |
1.4 Diesel | 75 HP | 4.3 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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Volkswagen Lupo 2002 1.6 16V GTI
Sep 2002 — Jun 2005 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 8.5 seconds |
1.6 Petrol | 125 HP | 7.3 l/100km | Manual (6) |
| Volkswagen Lupo 1998 1.7 SDI | 1.7 Diesel | 60 HP | 4.4 l/100km | Manual (5) |