Volkswagen Polo 2000 Variant 1.4
Volkswagen Polo 2000 1.4 petrol description
Estate car / wagon Volkswagen Polo 2000 Variant 1.4 has been produced from May, 2000 to May, 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 2800 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, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). The engine meets the Euro 2 emissions standard. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 240 up to 410 thousand 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 2000 Variant 1.4 has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Volkswagen Polo 2000 Variant 1.4 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 16.3 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 155 km/h.
Volkswagen Polo 2000 Variant 1.4 fuel consumption is 6.8 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (14.7 km/l), city fuel economy - 8.9 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 5.5 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 45 litres or 11.89 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 660 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 800 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 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 2000 Variant 1.4 technical data
| Model: | Volkswagen Polo Variant 1.4 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Estate car / wagon | ||
| Production period: | 2000. May ... 2001. May | ||
| Engine: | 1390 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 163 g/km |
| Power: | 60 HP ON 4700 RPM | Torque: | 116 NM ON 2800 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
| Top speed: | 155 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 16.3 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.8 (combined) 8.9 (urban) 5.5 (highway) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 6.8 l/100km (34.6 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 45 litres (11.9 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.14m (length) 1.64m (width) 1.46m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 10.9 meters | ||
| Seats: | 5 seats | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 390 litres | ||
| Trunk max capacity: | 1250 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
| Gross weight: | 1490 kg | ||
Volkswagen Polo 2000 Variant 1.4 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 2000 Variant 1.4 oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 3.2 litres (3.4 quarts) |
| Coolant capacity | 5.6 litres (5.9 quarts) |
| Power | 60 HP ON 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 116 NM ON 2800 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 estate car [2000 - 2001] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Volkswagen Polo 2000 Variant 1.4
Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption |
1.4 Petrol | 60 HP | 6.8 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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Volkswagen Polo 2000 Variant 1.4 16V
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.4 Petrol | 75 HP | 6.5 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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Volkswagen Polo 2000 Variant 1.6
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 11.1 seconds |
1.6 Petrol | 100 HP | 8.0 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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Volkswagen Polo 2000 Variant 1.6 Automatic
Most powerfull petrol version (100 HP) |
1.6 Petrol | 100 HP | 8.6 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
| Volkswagen Polo 2000 Variant 1.9 SDI | 1.9 Diesel | 68 HP | 5.2 l/100km | Manual (5) |