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Volkswagen Lupo 6X 1.4 i (60 Hp)
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Volkswagen Lupo:
The Volkswagen Lupo is a city car that was produced by the German car manufacturer Volkswagen from 1998 to 2005. It shares most of its aspects with the Volkswagen Group's SEAT Arosa, both derived from the Volkswagen Polo Mk3 platform, mainly differing in styling and equipment. It is a three-door hatchback with a front-engine, front-wheel-drive layout. The Lupo name is Latin, meaning wolf, and is named after its home town of Wolfsburg.
The Lupo was introduced in October 1998, to fill the void at the bottom of the Volkswagen model range caused by the increasing size and weight of the Polo. The right-hand-drive version for the UK market was launched in the spring of 1999. In Japan, two models with petrol 4-valve 1. 4L and 4-speed automatic with lock-up on the 4th were launched on 11 July 2001....(Read more on Wikipedia)
6X Overview:
Volkswagen Lupo (6X). With 116 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~8.5 l/100km). Weighing only 910 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 14.3 s). The top speed reaches 160 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.
The Lupo 6X achieved a 3-star rating for adult occupant protection in its 2000 Euro NCAP test, which was average for its class and era, but modern standards have significantly advanced.
1.4 i (60 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Entry-level petrol offering adequate power for urban commutes, but it struggles at higher speeds or with a full load.
Fuel Economy
Good fuel economy for a small petrol engine, making it an economical choice for city dwellers.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Extremely compact and easy to park in urban environments
- • Excellent fuel economy on diesel and FSI petrol variants
- • Agile handling, especially with more powerful engines like the GTI
- • Good build quality for its class and era
- • Strong resale value for well-maintained examples
Cons:
- • Limited rear passenger space and small boot capacity
- • Basic interior on lower trim levels
- • Some engines (e.g., 1.0, 1.7 SDI) are very underpowered for anything beyond city driving
- • Firm ride quality can be uncomfortable on rough roads
- • Dated safety features compared to modern cars
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(6X: 1998 - 2005).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Volkswagen |
| Model: | Lupo |
| Generation: | 6X |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.4 i (60 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1999 |
| End of production: | 2005 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 3 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 60 Hp @ 4700 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 43.2 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| Torque: | 116 Nm @ 3000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | AUD More details about the engine AUD |
| Engine displacement: | 1390 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | OHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.2 l |
| Coolant: | 5.6 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 76.5 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 75.6 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.4:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 8.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 4.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 6.2 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 14.3 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 14.3 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 160 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 15.2 kg/Hp, 65.9 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.8 kg/Nm, 127.5 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 13.6 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 910 |
| Max. weight: | 1380 |
| Max load: | 470 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 830 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 130 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 34 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3527 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1640 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1460 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2320 mm mm [3mm less] |
| Front track: | 1392 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1400 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 9.8 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 | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 155/70 R13 |
| Wheel rims size | 13 |
| Front suspension | Coil spring |
| Rear suspension | Trailing arm |
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