Volkswagen Touran 2003 1.6

Volkswagen Touran 2003 1.6 petrol description

Minivan / MPV Volkswagen Touran 2003 1.6 has been produced from July, 2003 to November, 2006. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.6 litres, which produces power of 102 horsepower on 5600 rpm and torque 148 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, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). The engine meets the Euro 4 emissions standard. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 300 up to 510 thousand kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs 
This Volkswagen Touran 1.6 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 4.5 litres.

Volkswagen Touran 2003 1.6 has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Volkswagen Touran 2003 1.6 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 12.9 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 179 km/h.

Volkswagen Touran 2003 1.6 fuel consumption is 7.9 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (12.7 km/l), city fuel economy - 10.9 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 6.2 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 60 litres or 15.85 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 740 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 960 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Volkswagen (VW) real everyday fuel consumption is 8.4 litres per 100 km, which is 6% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Volkswagen Touran fuel consumption.

Volkswagen Touran safety

During safety testing Volkswagen Touran has obtained 5 stars from five, which means very high safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Volkswagen Touran is evaluated with five stars, and for pedestrian protection Volkswagen Touran got three stars.

Volkswagen Touran 2003

Volkswagen Touran 2003 1.6 technical data

Model: Volkswagen Touran 1.6
Body style: Minivan / MPV
Production period: 2003. July ... 2006. November 
Engine: 1595 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: 190 g/km
Power: 102 HP ON 5600 RPM Torque: 148 NM ON 3800 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)
Top speed: 179 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 12.9 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 7.9 (combined) 10.9 (urban) 6.2 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 8.4 l/100km (28 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 60 litres (15.9 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.39m (length) 1.79m (width) 1.65m (height)
Turning diameter: 11.2 meters
Ground clearance: 127 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle)
Seats: 5 seats
Trunk capacity: 667 litres
Trunk max capacity: 1989 litres (with rear seats folded down)
Gross weight: 2090 kg

Volkswagen Touran 2003 1.6 engine BGU

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 300,000 to 510,000 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 1595 cm3
Number of cylinders 4
Bore (cylinder diameter) 81 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 77.4 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 Touran 2003 1.6 oil type 5W-40
Oil capacity 4.5 litres (4.8 quarts)
Power 102 HP ON 5600 RPM
Torque 148 NM ON 3800 RPM
Start of production (year) 2003
Duration of production 2 years
Engine also used on Volkswagen Caddy Seat Altea Seat Toledo

All Volkswagen Touran minivan [2003 - 2006] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox
Volkswagen Touran 2006 1.4 16V TSI Mar 2006 — Nov 2006

Most fuel efficient petrol version

1.4 Petrol 140 HP 7.4 l/100km Manual (5)
Volkswagen Touran 2006 1.4 16V TSI Mar 2006 — Nov 2006

Most fuel efficient petrol version

1.4 Petrol 140 HP 7.4 l/100km Manual (6)
Volkswagen Touran 2003 1.6 Jul 2003 — Nov 2006 1.6 Petrol 102 HP 7.9 l/100km Manual (5)
Volkswagen Touran 2003 1.6 16V FSI

Most fuel efficient petrol version

1.6 Petrol 116 HP 7.4 l/100km Manual (6)
Volkswagen Touran 2003 1.6 16V FSI Jul 2003 — Nov 2006 1.6 Petrol 116 HP 7.9 l/100km Automatic (6)
Volkswagen Touran 2005 1.9 TDI Jan 2005 — Nov 2006

Most fuel efficient diesel version

1.9 Diesel 90 HP 5.9 l/100km Manual (6)
Volkswagen Touran 2003 1.9 TDI Apr 2003 — Mai 2004

Most fuel efficient diesel version

1.9 Diesel 100 HP 5.9 l/100km Manual (6)
Volkswagen Touran 2004 1.9 TDI Mai 2004 — Nov 2006

Most fuel efficient diesel version

1.9 Diesel 105 HP 5.9 l/100km Manual (6)
Volkswagen Touran 2003 1.9 TDI Jul 2003 — Nov 2006 1.9 Diesel 105 HP 6.0 l/100km Automatic (6)
Volkswagen Touran 2004 2.0 16V FSI Jan 2004 — Nov 2006

Most powerfull petrol version (150 HP)

2.0 Petrol 150 HP 7.9 l/100km Manual (6)
Volkswagen Touran 2005 2.0 16V FSI Aug 2005 — Nov 2006

Most powerfull petrol version (150 HP)

2.0 Petrol 150 HP 9.5 l/100km Automatic (6)
Volkswagen Touran 2006 2.0 Apr 2006 — Nov 2006 2.0 Diesel 109 HP - Manual (5)
Volkswagen Touran 2003 2.0 TDI Apr 2003 — Mai 2004 2.0 Diesel 136 HP 6.0 l/100km Manual (6)
Volkswagen Touran 2004 2.0 TDI Mai 2004 — Nov 2006 2.0 Diesel 140 HP 6.0 l/100km Manual (6)
Volkswagen Touran 2004 2.0 TDI Mai 2004 — Nov 2006 2.0 Diesel 140 HP 6.5 l/100km Automatic (6)
Volkswagen Touran 2006 2.0 TDI Mar 2006 — Nov 2006

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 9 seconds

2.0 Diesel 170 HP 6.5 l/100km Manual (6)
Volkswagen Touran 2006 2.0 TDI Mar 2006 — Nov 2006

Most powerfull diesel version (170 HP)

2.0 Diesel 170 HP 6.9 l/100km Automatic (6)
Volkswagen Touran 2003 reviews
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