| BODY/CHASSIS |
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2-sided fully galvanized steel construction, multi-step anti-corrosion protection, aluminum hood |
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| ENGINE |
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Type: Front mounted, transverse, in-line 4-cylinder with 5 valves per cylinder, turbocharged, charged air intercooling |
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Displacement: 1.8 liters (1781 cc) |
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Bore: 3.18 in. |
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Stroke: 3.40 in. |
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Compression ratio: 9.5:1 |
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Cylinder block: Cast iron |
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Cylinder head: Aluminum alloy |
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Valvetrain: DOHC, belt driven, hydraulic lifters |
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Firing order: 1-3-4-2 |
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Fuel injection system: ME.7.5 Motronic(r) with electronic multi-point sequential fuel injection, hot film air mass sensor, solid state direct ignition with multiple coils, dual knock sensors with cylinder selective knock control, electronic throttle operation and fully adaptive controls |
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Fuel requirements: Premium unleaded recommended for maximum performance |
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Emission system: Heated oxygen sensor, activated charcoal filter, 3-way catalytic converter |
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| PERFORMANCE |
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Horsepower (SAE net): 180 hp @ 5500 rpm |
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Torque: 173 lbs. ft. @ 1950 to 4700 rpm |
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Acceleration (in seconds):
0-60 mph: 7.4
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Top track speed: 130 mph |
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| TRANSMISSION |
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Type: 5-speed manual with synchronized reverse, dual mass flywheel and hydraulic clutch |
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Gear Ratios:
1st: 3.300:1
2nd: 1.944:1
3rd: 1.308:1
4th: 1.034:1
5th: 0.838:1
Reverse: 3.938:1
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| DRIVETRAIN |
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Type: Front wheel drive or quattro permanent all-wheel drive |
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| STEERING |
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Type: Rack and pinion, variable power assist |
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Ratio: 15.6:1 |
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Turns (lock-to-lock): 2.8 |
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Turning circle (curb-to-curb): 34.2 ft. |
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| SUSPENSION |
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Front: MacPherson struts (gas charged) with 3-point lowercontrol arms, directly coupled stabilizer, negative roll radius |
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Rear: Torsion-beam axle with trailing arms, stabilizer bar, separate coil spring and shock absorbers (gas charged), toe correcting axle bushings |
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| BRAKES |
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Type: Dual diagonal circuits with anti-lock braking, vacuum power assist, asbestos free linings and electronic rear brake pressure proportioning |
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Front: 12.3 in. diameter ventilated discs |
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Rear: 9.4 diameter solid discs |
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| WHEELS/TIRES |
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Wheels: 7J x 16 cast aluminum, 5-spoke design |
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Tires: 205/55 R 16 performance radials |
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| CAPACITIES |
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Engine Oil: 4.75 U.S. quarts |
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Fuel Tank: 14.5 U.S. gallons |
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