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Technical Sheet - Volkswagen Polo Bluemotion TDI

Volkswagen BlueMotion Polo TDI - Fleet Vehicle

Environmental Benefits of Highly Efficient Diesel Technology

The Volkswagen Polo Bluemotion TDI is included in the ecoTECHNOLOGY for Vehicles (etv) fleet of test vehicles because it incorporates several fuel-conserving technologies such as direct injection, exhaust gas recirculation, a catalytic coated diesel particulate filter and variable geometry turbocharging.

Power train improvements include a 5-speed manual transmission with higher transition levels between gears 3 and 5, improving the cruising gear characteristics and reducing fuel consumption.

Improved aerodynamics result in a low drag coefficient of 0.30. This is accomplished by using an optimized front spoiler, a modified heck spoiler and a roof spoiler, all of which help the vehicle slip through the air more easily. A lower drag coefficient also helps to further reduce fuel consumption, as do the low rolling resistance tires.

The etv program is currently testing the Volkswagen Polo's emission levels and fuel consumption. Of strong interest is how well diesel technology performs in the Canadian environment and the cost benefits for Canadian consumers. The vehicle's acceleration characteristics, fuel economy and range will also be tested, both in a laboratory and on the test track.

Not Available in Canada
Weight and Measurements
Weight 1,084 kg / 2,390 lb
Length 3.92 m / 154.3 in
Width 1.65 m / 65 in
Height 1.47 m / 57.9 in
Power Train
Drive Type Front-wheel
Engine Inline 3-cylinder turbocharged SOHC
Displacement 1,422 cm3 / 86.8 cu in
Transmission 5-speed manual
Torque 195 Nm / 144 lb-ft @ 1,800 rpm
Power 59.7 kW / 80 hp @ 4,000 rpm
Fuel Efficiency
Fuel Type Diesel 1
Fuel Efficiency

City: 4.9 L/100 km/ 57.6 Cdn mpg
Highway: 3.2 L/100 km / 88.3 Cdn mpg

Driving Range2 1,190 km / 739 miles
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L / 10 gal (Cdn) / 11.9 gal (U.S.)
CO2 Emissions 99 g/km
Performance
Top Speed 176 km/h / 109 mph
Acceleration 0-100 km/h (62 mph) in 12.8 seconds
Chassis
Body 3-door hatchback
Brakes (f/r) Servo Assisted: Ventilated disc / Self-adjusting drums
Seating Capacity 5
etv Fleet Information
Date Acquired December 2008
Current Status Exported

1 The use of biodiesel is not possible.
2 Based on CFC value of 3.8 L/100 km

Date modified:
2011-09-12