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1998 Volkswagen Polo Base Pricing and Spec
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Overview
The 1998 Volkswagen Polo Base is a front-wheel drive, 5-door Hatchback that was released to the Australian market on 4th January 1970. The Volkswagen Polo is regarded as a Light Luxury built in Germany with prices starting at $22,090 before on-road costs.
This Volkswagen Polo is powered by a 1.6L 4-cylinder engine that has 55 kW of power (at 5200 rpm) and 135 Nm of torque (at 2800 rpm) via a Four-speed Automatic transmission.
The Volkswagen Polo measures 1420mm (55.9 inches) in height, 3715mm (146.3 inches) in length, 1655mm (65.2 inches) in width with a 2400mm (94.5 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 950kg (2094.4 lbs) of unladen weight. The Polo Base comes standard with 175/65 R13 front tyres and 175/65 R13 rear tyres. It has a 36 month, 60,000 km warranty.
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Power to Weight
57.89 - 59.78 kW/t
57.89 kW/t
59.78 kW/t
Boot Space
245 litres
245 litres
Price
$19,990 - $24,290
$19,990
$24,290
Warranty (Years)
3 years
3 years
Warranty (Distance)
60,000 km
60,000 km
Years on Sale
New this year - 7 years
1 year
3 years
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Dimensions
3,715 mm
1,655 mm
1,420 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 3,715 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,655 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,420 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,400 mm |
| Turning Circle | 10,100 mm |
| Load Capacity | 450 mm |
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Explore Volkswagen Polo Features & Specs
Catalytic Converter
Catalytic Converter Type: 3-Way
Emission Control Level
Emission Control Level Standard Met: Adr 79/01
Engine
Engine Liters: 1.6
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Cc: 1598
Engine Number Of Cylinders: 4
Engine Bore: 76.5
Engine Stroke: 86.9
Engine Number Of Valves Per Cylinder: 2
Engine Valve Gear Type: Overhead Cam
Engine Compression Ratio: 9.8
Engine Location: Front
Engine Orientation: Transverse
Fuel
Fuel Type: Unleaded
Fuel Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Fuel System
Fuel Fuel System Injection Carburetion: Multi-Point Injection
Fuel Fuel System Ignition Type: Full Management Control System
Fuel Tanks
Fuel Tanks Capacity L: 45
Fuel Tanks Capacity Gal: 11.9
Clock
Clock Type: Digital
Instrument Cluster
Instrument Cluster Type: Partial Digital
Odometer
Odometer Number Of Odometers: 1
Oil Pressure
Oil Pressure Type: Warning Light
Water Temperature
Water Temperature Type: Gauge
Fuel Consumption
Fuel Consumption As2877 Standard: As 2877
Fuel Consumption As2877 Urban L100km: 8.1
Fuel Consumption As2877 Urban Mpg: 29
Fuel Consumption As2877 Country Highway L100km: 5.2
Fuel Consumption As2877 Country Highway Mpg: 45
Fuel Economy
Fuel Economy As2877 City L100km: 8.1
Fuel Economy As2877 Highway L100km: 5.2
Performance
Performance Acceleration0 To100 Km H: 12.5
Performance Maximum Speed Km H: 172
Performance Maximum Speed Mph: 107
Power
Power Maximum Power Kw: 55
Power Maximum Power Hp Ps: 75
Power Maximum Torque Nm: 135
Power Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 2800
Power Measurement Standard: EEC
Power Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5200
Drive
Drive Driven Wheels: Front
Transmission
Transmission Type: Automatic
Transmission Number Of Speeds: 4
Transmission Electronic Control Auto Only: yes
Transmission Lock Up Auto Only: yes
Disc Brakes
Disc Brakes Number Of: 2
Disc Brakes Number Of Ventilated Discs: 2
Steering Wheel
Steering Wheel Type: Plastic
Steering Wheel Height Adjustment: yes
Suspension
Suspension Rear Location: Rear
Suspension Rear Spring Type: Coil
Suspension Front Location: Front
Suspension Front Spring Type: Coil
Suspension Rear Wheel Dependence: Semi-Independent
Suspension Front Type: Strut
Suspension Rear Type: Torsion Beam
Suspension Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Tires
Wheels Tire Rear Location: Rear
Wheels Tire Front Location: Front
Wheels Tire Rear Width: 175
Wheels Tire Front Width: 175
Wheels Tire Rear Profile: 65
Wheels Tire Front Profile: 65
Wheels Tire Front Speed Rating: H
Wheels Tire Rear Speed Rating: H
Wheels
Wheels Rear Location: Rear
Wheels Front Location: Front
Wheels Rear Rim Diameter Inch: 13
Wheels Front Rim Diameter Inch: 13
Wheels Front Rim Type: Steel
Wheels Rear Rim Type: Steel
Wheels Front Rim Width Inch: 5.5
Wheels Rear Rim Width Inch: 5.5
Wheels Rear Covers: Partial
Wheels Front Covers: Partial
Body Side Molding
Body Side Molding Color: Black/Grey
Body Side Molding Size: Narrow
Body Style
Body Type: Hatchback
Local Body Type: Hatchback
Non Corrosive Body
Non Corrosive Body Type: Galvanised
Spoiler
Spoiler Front Location: Front
Spoiler Front Color: Black
Bumpers
Front Location: Front
Rear Location: Rear
Front Color: Painted
Rear Color: Painted
Cargo Capacity
Cargo Capacity Rear Seat Up To Lower Window L: 245
Cargo Capacity Rear Seat Up To Lower Window Cuft: 8.7
Cargo Capacity Rear Seat Down Cuft: 34.4
Cargo Capacity Rear Seat Down L: 975
Cargo Capacity Rear Seat Down To Lower Window L: 590
Cargo Capacity Rear Seat Down To Lower Window Cuft: 20.8
External Dimensions
External Dimensions Overall Height In: 55.9
External Dimensions Overall Height Mm: 1420
External Dimensions Wheelbase Mm: 2400
External Dimensions Wheelbase In: 94.5
External Dimensions Overall Width In: 65.2
External Dimensions Overall Width Mm: 1655
External Dimensions Overall Length In: 146.3
External Dimensions Overall Length Mm: 3715
External Dimensions Rear Track Mm: 1384
External Dimensions Rear Track In: 54.5
External Dimensions Front Track Mm: 1351
External Dimensions Front Track In: 53.2
External Dimensions Curb To Curb Turning Circle Mm: 10100
External Dimensions Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle Ft: 33.1
Internal Dimensions
Interior Dimensions Headroom Front In: 38.3
Interior Dimensions Headroom Front Mm: 972
Interior Dimensions Headroom Rear In: 37.5
Interior Dimensions Headroom Rear Mm: 952
Interior Dimensions Shoulder Room Front Mm: 1332
Interior Dimensions Shoulder Room Front In: 52.4
Interior Dimensions Shoulder Room Rear Mm: 1156
Interior Dimensions Shoulder Room Rear In: 45.5
Interior Dimensions Hip Room Front Mm: 1394
Interior Dimensions Hip Room Front In: 54.9
Interior Dimensions Hip Room Rear Mm: 1250
Interior Dimensions Hip Room Rear In: 49.2
Interior Dimensions Leg Room Front Mm: 1020
Interior Dimensions Leg Room Front In: 40.2
Interior Dimensions Leg Room Rear Mm: 842
Interior Dimensions Leg Room Rear In: 33.1
Exterior Door Handles
Doors Exterior Door Handles Color: Black
Headlights
Headlights Bulb Type Low Beam: Halogen
Headlights Lens Type: Conventional
Headlights Configuration: Single
Paint
Type: Gloss
Luxury Inner Roof Upholstery
Luxury Inner Roof Upholstery Material: Cloth/Felt
Door Mirrors Cameras
Door Mirrors Cameras Passenger Location: Passenger
Door Mirrors Cameras Driver Location: Driver
Door Mirrors Cameras Driver Color: Painted
Door Mirrors Cameras Passenger Color: Painted
Door Mirrors Cameras Driver Type: Electrically Adjustable
Door Mirrors Cameras Passenger Type: Electrically Adjustable
Door Mirrors Cameras Driver Heated: yes
Door Mirrors Cameras Passenger Heated: yes
Power Windows
Power Windows Front Location: Front
Power Windows Front Number Of Express: 2
Sunvisors
Sunvisors Driver Location: Driver
Sunvisors Passenger Location: Passenger
Windshield Wipers
Windshield Wipers Intermittent Wipe: Fixed
Windshield Wipers Number Of Speeds: 2
Weights
Published Kerb Weight Lbs: 2094
Published Kerb Weight Kg: 950
Gross Trailer Weight Braked Kg: 800
Gross Trailer Weight Braked Lbs: 1764
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked Kg: 450
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked Lbs: 992
Gross Vehicle Weight Kg: 1400
Gross Vehicle Weight Lbs: 3086
Antenna
Antenna Type: Roof
Audio Anti Theft Protection
Anti Theft Protection Type: Code
Anti Theft Protection Detachable Panel Type: Detachable Panel
Audio System
System Radio Type: Am/Fm
System In Dash Cd: yes
System Type: Stereo
Speakers
Speaker Number Of Speakers: 4
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Cover Rear Parcel Shelf Type: Rigid
Load Restraint
Load Restraint Type: Hooks
Ashtray
Ashtray Front Location: Front
Cigar Lighter
Cigar Lighter Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Cigar Lighter Front Seats Illuminated: yes
Courtesy Lights
Courtesy Lights Delayed Fade: yes
Courtesy Lights Number Of Door Switches: 2
Vanity Mirror
Vanity Mirror Passenger Location: Passenger
Vanity Mirror Driver Location: Driver
Door Panel Trim
Door Panel Trim Material: Partial Cloth
Floor Covering
Floor Covering Vehicle Cab Compartment: Textile
Floor Covering Load Area: Textile
Load Area Side Covering
Load Area Side Covering Type: Textile
Front Airbag
Front Airbag Driver Location: Driver
Front Airbag Passenger Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Front Seat Belts Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Front Seat Belts Driver Seat Position: Driver
Front Seat Belts Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Front Seat Belts Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Front Seat Belts Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Front Seat Belts Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Front Seat Belts Driver Type: 3-Point
Front Seat Belts Driver Operation: Reel
Front Seat Belts Passenger Type: 3-Point
Front Seat Belts Passenger Operation: Reel
Head Restraints
Head Restraints Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Head Restraints Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Head Restraints Rear Seats Number: 2
Head Restraints Front Seats Height Adjustable: yes
Head Restraints Front Seats Number: 2
Head Restraints Rear Seats Height Adjustable: yes
Rear Seat Belts
Rear Seat Belts Driver Seat Position: Driver
Rear Seat Belts Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Rear Seat Belts Center Seat Position: Centre
Rear Seat Belts Center Type: lap
Rear Seat Belts Center Operation: Static
Rear Seat Belts Driver Operation: Reel
Rear Seat Belts Passenger Operation: Reel
Rear Seat Belts Driver Type: 3-Point
Rear Seat Belts Passenger Type: 3-Point
Front Seat
Front Seat Passenger Location: Passenger
Front Seat Driver Location: Driver
Front Seat Passenger Type: Bucket
Front Seat Driver Type: Bucket
Front Seat Passenger Height Adjustment: yes
Front Seat Driver Height Adjustment: yes
Front Seat Passenger Reclining: yes
Front Seat Driver Reclining: yes
Front Seat Driver Fore Aft Adjustment: yes
Front Seat Passenger Fore Aft Adjustment: yes
Seat Upholstery
Seat Upholstery Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seat Upholstery Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Seating
Seating Capacity: 5
Console
Console Floor Location: Floor
Console Dashboard Location: Dashboard
Console Floor Storage: Open
Console Dashboard Type: Full
Console Floor Type: Full
Console Dashboard Storage: Open
Door Pockets Bins
Door Pockets Bins Passenger Location: Passenger
Door Pockets Bins Driver Location: Driver
Glove Compartment
Glove Compartment Lockable: yes
Glove Compartment Lid: yes
Ventilation System
Ventilation System Micro Filter: yes
Ventilation System Number Of Fan Speeds: 4
Ventilation System Rear Seat Heater Ducts: yes
Power Locks
Power Locks Operation: key
Power Locks Includes Trunk Hatch: yes
Power Locks Includes Fuel Filler Door: yes
Power Locks Internal Switch: yes
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