Volkswagen Polo 1997 Variant 1.9 SDI
Volkswagen Polo 1997 1.9 diesel description
Estate car / wagon Volkswagen Polo 1997 Variant 1.9 SDI has been produced from August, 1997 to May, 2000. It has four-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 1.9 litres, which produces power of 64 horsepower on 4200 rpm and torque 124 Nm (Newton metres) on 2200 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder 8-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has precombustion chamber fuel system, it has no turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 1 and Euro 2 emission standards available. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 450 000 and 750 000 kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs
This Volkswagen Polo 1.9 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 4.3 litres.
Volkswagen Polo 1997 Variant 1.9 SDI has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Volkswagen Polo 1997 Variant 1.9 SDI accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 16.9 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 155 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Volkswagen Polo 1997 Variant 1.9 SDI fuel consumption is 5.1 litres per 100km (19.6 km/l) - this is the most fuel efficient Volkswagen Polo 1997 - 2000 version, city fuel economy - 6.8 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 4.1 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 45 litres or 11.89 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 880 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1080 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, the real everyday fuel consumption of this Volkswagen (VW) is in line with, and sometimes even lower than, the manufacturer's stated combined consumption. More - Real Volkswagen Polo fuel consumption.
Volkswagen Polo safety
During safety testing Volkswagen Polo has obtained 3 stars from five, which means average safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Volkswagen Polo is evaluated with three stars, and for pedestrian protection Volkswagen Polo got one star.

Volkswagen Polo 1997 Variant 1.9 SDI technical data
Model: | Volkswagen Polo Variant 1.9 SDI | ||
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Body style: | Estate car / wagon | ||
Production period: | 1997. August ... 2000. May | ||
Engine: | 1896 cm3 Diesel, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 152 g/km |
Power: | 64 HP ON 4200 RPM | Torque: | 124 NM ON 2200 RPM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Top speed: | 155 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 16.9 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 5.1 (combined) 6.8 (urban) 4.1 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 5.4 l/100km (43.6 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 45 litres (11.9 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.14m (length) 1.64m (width) 1.43m (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: | 1620 kg |
Volkswagen Polo 1997 Variant 1.9 SDI engine 1Y
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 450,000 to 750,000 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 | 1896 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 4 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 79.5 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 95.5 mm |
Compression ratio | 22.5 : 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 | Precombustion chamber |
Volkswagen Polo 1997 Variant 1.9 SDI oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 4.3 litres (4.5 quarts) |
Coolant capacity | 6.5 litres (6.9 quarts) |
Power | 64 - 68 HP ON 4200 RPM |
Torque | 124 - 127 NM ON 2200 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 1989 |
Duration of production | 14 years |
Engine also used on | Volkswagen Golf Audi 80 Seat Toledo Skoda Felicia and 5 other models |
Generally, the use of an engine in several models and its long production run is an indication of the quality of the engine and the success of its design. |
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All Volkswagen Polo estate car [1997 - 2000] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Volkswagen Polo 1997 Variant 1.4
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.4 Petrol | 60 HP | 6.8 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Volkswagen Polo 1997 Variant 1.6 75 Hp | 1.6 Petrol | 75 HP | 7.2 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Volkswagen Polo 1998 Variant 1.6 100 Hp
Jan 1998 — Mai 2000 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 10.9 seconds |
1.6 Petrol | 100 HP | 7.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Volkswagen Polo 1998 Variant 1.6 100 Hp Automatic
Aug 1998 — Mai 2000 Most powerfull petrol version (100 HP) |
1.6 Petrol | 100 HP | 9.1 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Volkswagen Polo 1997 Variant 1.9 SDI | 1.9 Diesel | 64 HP | 5.1 l/100km | Manual (5) |