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Volkswagen Fox 5Door (facelift 2015) Latin America 1.6 (103 Hp) Automatic
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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)
5Door (facelift 2015) Latin America Overview:
Volkswagen Fox (5Door (facelift 2015) Latin America). With 153 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1092 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 11.6 s). The top speed reaches 181 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.6 (103 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Smooth power delivery, ideal for urban driving, though acceleration is slightly dulled by the automatic transmission.
Fuel Economy
Acceptable fuel economy for an automatic, slightly higher than manual versions.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Practical and spacious interior for its class
- • Reliable engine options
- • Good fuel efficiency across the range
- • Refreshed modern styling
- • Strong safety rating (Latin NCAP)
Cons:
- • Entry-level 1.0L engine can feel underpowered on highways
- • Automatic transmissions can dull performance slightly
- • Basic interior materials on lower trims
- • Ride comfort can be firm on rough roads
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(3Door Europe: 2005 - 2011).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Volkswagen |
| Model: | Fox |
| Generation: | 5Door (facelift 2015) Latin America |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.6 (103 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2015 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 103 Hp @ 5250 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 64.5 Hp/l [39mm more] |
| Torque: | 153 Nm @ 2500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | CCRA More details about the engine CCRA |
| Engine displacement: | 1598 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Compression ratio: | 12.1:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol / Ethanol - E85 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 11.6 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 11.6 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 181 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10.6 kg/Hp, 94.3 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.1 kg/Nm, 140.1 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 11 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1092 |
| Max. weight: | 1520 |
| Max. roof load: | 45 kg |
| Max load: | 428 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (8%): | 400 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3867-3868 mm mm [39mm more] |
| Width: | 1660-1663 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1551-1555 mm mm [7mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2467 mm mm [2mm more] |
| Width including mirrors: | 1901-1904 mm |
| Front track: | 1416-1432 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1410-1426 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 156-161 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.9 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 195/65 R15 |
| Wheel rims size | 15 |
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