Volkswagen Polo 2001 1.4 16V

Volkswagen Polo 2001 1.4 petrol description

Hatchback Volkswagen Polo 2001 1.4 16V has been produced from November, 2001 to May, 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. 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.
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This Volkswagen Polo 1.4 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 3.2 litres.

Volkswagen Polo 2001 1.4 16V has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Volkswagen Polo 2001 1.4 16V accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 12.9 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 172 km/h.

The fuel consumption of this Volkswagen Polo 2001 1.4 16V in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 6.4 litres per 100km (15.6 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 8.8 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 5.2 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 45 litres, which means you'll be able to drive up to 700 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 860 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Volkswagen (VW) real everyday fuel consumption is 7 litres per 100 km, which is 9% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Volkswagen Polo fuel consumption.

Volkswagen Polo safety

During safety testing Volkswagen Polo has obtained 4 stars from five, which means good safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Volkswagen Polo is evaluated with four stars, and for pedestrian protection Volkswagen Polo got one star.

With the same engine there is also Volkswagen Polo version with automatic gearbox (Volkswagen Polo 2001 1.4 16V AT) available, which is more sluggish, reaching 100 km/h 2.4 seconds later (in 15.3 seconds), moreover, it is less economic with manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 1 litres per 100 km or 16 % - 7.4 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is higher by 1.1 litres per 100 km or 16 % - 8.1 litres per 100 km.

Volkswagen Polo 2001 1.4 16V technical data

Model: Volkswagen Polo 1.4 16V
Body style: Hatchback
Production period: 2001. November ... 2005. May 
Engine: 1390 cm3 Petrol CO2 emissions: 154 g/km
Power: 75 HP ON 5000 RPM Torque: 126 NM ON 3800 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)
Maximum speed: 172 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 12.9 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 6.4 (combined) 8.8 (urban) 5.2 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 7 l/100km (33.6 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 45 litres (11.9 gallons)
Car dimensions: 3.90m (length) 1.65m (width) 1.46m (height)
Turning diameter: 10.6 meters
Gross weight: 1000 kg

Volkswagen Polo 2001 1.4 16V 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.
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 Polo 2001 1.4 16V oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 3.2 litres (3.4 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 Skoda Octavia Skoda Fabia Audi A2 and 5 other models

All Volkswagen Polo hatchback [2001 - 2005] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox
Volkswagen Polo 2001 1.2 1.2 Petrol 55 HP 5.9 l/100km Manual (5)
Volkswagen Polo 2001 1.2 12V 1.2 Petrol 65 HP 5.9 l/100km Manual (5)
Volkswagen Polo 2001 1.4 16V 1.4 Petrol 75 HP 6.4 l/100km Manual (5)
Volkswagen Polo 2001 1.4 16V 1.4 Petrol 75 HP 7.4 l/100km Automatic (4)
Volkswagen Polo 2003 1.4 16V FSI Mar 2003 — Mai 2005 1.4 Petrol 86 HP 5.8 l/100km Manual (5)
Volkswagen Polo 2002 1.4 16V Mar 2002 — Mai 2005 1.4 Petrol 100 HP 6.9 l/100km Manual (5)
Volkswagen Polo 2001 1.4 TDI 1.4 Diesel 75 HP 4.5 l/100km Manual (5)
Volkswagen Polo 2001 1.9 SDI 1.9 Diesel 64 HP 4.7 l/100km Manual (5)
Volkswagen Polo 2001 1.9 TDI 1.9 Diesel 100 HP 4.9 l/100km Manual (5)
Volkswagen Polo 2001 reviews
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