Volkswagen Fox 3Door Europe 1.2 i (55 Hp)
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Volkswagen Fox:
The Volkswagen Fox is a subcompact car produced and designed by Volkswagen of Brazil and sold in Latin America from 2003 until 2021 and in Europe from 2005 until 2011, where it was sold as the city car offering. The Fox was produced as a 3-door and 5-door hatchback. There is also a mini SUV version called Fox Xtreme and a mini MPV/station wagon model called Suran, SpaceFox, SportVan or Fox Plus depending on the market.
Volkswagen acquired the rights to the name in 1969, by purchasing NSU. The original NSU Fox was a motorbike first seen in 1949, and Volkswagen had subsequently used the "Fox" name in some markets for special edition Volkswagen Polos. The Audi 80 produced in the 1970s also used the name Fox on vehicles sold in Australia and the United States. The Australian version was assembled locally by Volkswagen Australasia Ltd....(Read more on Wikipedia)
3Door Europe Overview:
Volkswagen Fox (3Door Europe). With 108 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~7.8 l/100km). Weighing only 998 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 17.5 s). The top speed reaches 148 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
Performance Verdict
This engine provides very basic performance, suitable only for urban environments where speed is not a priority.
Fuel Economy
Fuel consumption of 6.1 l/100 km is reasonable for a small petrol engine, but not outstanding given the low power output.
Best Use Case:
City
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Compact size ideal for city driving and parking
- • Decent boot space for a car of its class
- • Affordable entry into Volkswagen ownership
- • Relatively robust build quality for a budget car
- • Economical diesel option available
Cons:
- • Limited engine power, especially the 1.2i
- • Basic interior and features
- • Not ideal for long highway journeys
- • Dated safety features compared to modern vehicles
- • Rear drum brakes on all models
Specifications:
| General: |
| Brand: | Volkswagen |
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| Model: | Fox |
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| Generation: | 3Door Europe |
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| Modification (Engine): | 1.2 i (55 Hp) |
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| Start of production: | 2005 |
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| End of production: | 2011 |
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| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
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| Body type: | Hatchback |
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| Seats: | 4 |
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| Doors: | 3 |
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| Engine: |
| Power: | 55 Hp @ 4750 rpm. |
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| Power per litre: | 45.9 Hp/l |
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| Torque: | 108 Nm @ 3000 rpm. |
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| Engine Model/Code: | BMD, CHFB |
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| Engine displacement: | 1198 |
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| Number of cylinders: | 3 |
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| Engine configuration: | Inline |
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| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
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| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
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| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
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| Engine oil capacity: | 3 l |
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| Coolant: | 5.6 l |
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| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
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| Cylinder Bore: | 76.5 mm mm |
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| Piston Stroke: | 86.9 mm mm |
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| Compression ratio: | 10.3:1 |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 7.8 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 5.1 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 6.1 l/100 km |
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| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 17.5 sec |
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| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 17.5 sec |
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| Maximum speed: | 148 km/h |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 18.1 kg/Hp, 55.1 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 9.2 kg/Nm, 108.2 Nm/tonne |
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| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 16.6 sec |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 998 |
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| Max. weight: | 1480 |
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| Max load: | 482 |
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| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1016 l |
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| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 260 l |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 l |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 3828 mm mm |
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| Width: | 1660 mm mm |
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| Height: | 1544 mm mm |
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| Wheelbase: | 2465 mm mm |
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| Front track: | 1428 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1424 mm |
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| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
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| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
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| Number of gears | 5 |
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| Transmission type | Manual |
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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs |
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| Rear brakes | Drum |
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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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| Tires size | 165/70 R14 T |
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| Wheel rims size | 5J x 14 |
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| Front suspension | Spring Strut |
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| Rear suspension | Torsion |
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