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Reviews homepage -> Volkswagen reviews -> 2006 Volkswagen Fox -> Urban 1.2-litre technical specifications

 
Performance, emissions & economy

Top speed (mph): 92
0-62 mph (seconds): 17.5

Urban mpg: 36.2
Extra urban mpg: 55.4
Combined mpg: 46.3
CO2 (g/km): 146


Dimensions & weights

Length (mm): 3828
Height (mm): 1544
Width (mm): 1660
Wheelbase (mm): 2465
Gross weight (kg): 1480
Kerb weight (kg): 1090
Max. braked trailer weight (kg): 700
Max. unbraked trailer weight (kg): 520


 
Engine & transmission

Engine: Three-cylinder petrol engine mounted transversely in front. Alloy cylinder head and cast iron cylinder block.

Management: Emissions controlled to Euro IV levels.

Cubic capacity (cc): 1198
Compression ratio: 10.30:1
Bore x stroke (mm): 76.50 x 86.90
Valve gear: Two valves per cylinder. Chain-driven single overhead camshaft.
Max. power (bhp): 53 at 4750 rpm
Max. torque (lb.ft): 80 at 3000 rpm

Transmission: Five-speed manual gearbox, driving through the front wheels.


 
Chassis & running gear

Front: Independent with McPherson struts and coil springs.

Rear: Torsion beam with trailing arms.

Steering: Power-assisted rack and pinion.

Brakes: Servo assisted, diagonally split circuit with ABS. Front: Ventilated discs. Rear: Self-adjusting drums.

Wheels: 6J x 14-inch steel wheels with plastic wheel covers.

Tyres: 185/60 R14.







 

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