Volkswagen Polo 1999 1.4 Automatic
Volkswagen Polo 1999 1.4 petrol description
Hatchback Volkswagen Polo 1999 1.4 Automatic has been produced from November, 1999 to December, 2001. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.4 litres, which produces power of 60 horsepower on 4700 rpm and torque 116 Nm (Newton metres) on 3000 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder 8-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system without turbocharger. The engine meets the Euro 2 emissions standard. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 240 000 to 410 000 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 Polo 1.4 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 3.2 litres.
Volkswagen Polo 1999 1.4 Automatic has front wheel drive (FWD) and automatic gearbox with 4 gears.
Volkswagen Polo 1999 1.4 Automatic accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 16.8 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 156 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this Volkswagen Polo 1999 1.4 Automatic in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 7.5 litres per 100km (13.3 km/l), city fuel economy - 10 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 6.1 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 45 litres or 11.89 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 600 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 720 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Volkswagen (VW) real everyday fuel consumption is 8.3 litres per 100 km, which is 11% 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 two stars.
Volkswagen Polo 1999 1.4 Automatic technical data
| Model: | Volkswagen Polo 1.4 Automatic | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Hatchback | ||
| Production period: | 1999. November ... 2001. December | ||
| Engine: | 1390 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 180 g/km |
| Power: | 60 HP ON 4700 RPM | Torque: | 116 NM ON 3000 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (4 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
| Maximum speed: | 156 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 16.8 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.5 (combined) 10.0 (urban) 6.1 (highway) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 8.3 l/100km (28.3 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 45 litres (11.9 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 3.74m (length) 1.63m (width) 1.42m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 10.4 meters | ||
| Seats: | 5 seats | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 245 litres | ||
| Trunk max capacity: | 975 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
| Gross weight: | 1400 kg | ||
Volkswagen Polo 1999 1.4 Automatic engine AEX
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 240,000 to 410,000 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 | 10.2 : 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 1999 1.4 Automatic oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 3.2 litres (3.4 quarts) |
| Power | 60 HP ON 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 116 NM ON 3000 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 1995 |
| Duration of production | 4 years |
| Engine also used on | Volkswagen Golf Volkswagen Vento |
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All Volkswagen Polo hatchback [1999 - 2001] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Volkswagen Polo 1999 1.0
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.0 Petrol | 50 HP | 5.7 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Volkswagen Polo 1999 1.4 | 1.4 Petrol | 60 HP | 6.1 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Volkswagen Polo 1999 1.4 Automatic | 1.4 Petrol | 60 HP | 7.5 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
| Volkswagen Polo 1999 1.4 16V 75 Hp | 1.4 Petrol | 75 HP | 6.2 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Volkswagen Polo 1999 1.4 16V 75 Hp Automatic | 1.4 Petrol | 75 HP | 7.5 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
| Volkswagen Polo 1999 1.4 16V 100 Hp | 1.4 Petrol | 100 HP | 6.7 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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Volkswagen Polo 1999 1.4 TDI
Most powerfull diesel version (75 HP) |
1.4 Diesel | 75 HP | 4.4 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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Volkswagen Polo 1999 1.6 16V GTI
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 8.7 seconds |
1.6 Petrol | 125 HP | 7.1 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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Volkswagen Polo 1999 1.9 D
Nov 1999 — Mai 2000 Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption |
1.9 Diesel | 64 HP | 5.7 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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Volkswagen Polo 1999 1.9 SDI
Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption |
1.9 Diesel | 64 HP | 4.7 l/100km | Manual (5) |