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Ford Escort
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Volkswagen Polo

Expert Reviews

Ford Escort

Parkers.co.uk
2.5
  • "Easy to drive; cheap to run"

Volkswagen Polo

Carbuyer.co.uk
4.4
  • "Spacious"
  • "Sophisticated options"
  • "Strong driving experience "
Parkers.co.uk
4.3
  • "Sharp looks and super-modern interior"
  • "Impressive array of on-board technology"
  • "Efficient engine range, plus powerful GTI"
  • "Strong brand image"
  • "Spacious for a supermini"

Summary

R 129 900
Avg. Price
R 216 189
Hatchback
Body
Hatchback
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Seats
5
3
Doors
5

Dimensions

kg
Weight
kg
mm
Length
4053 mm
1738 68.4 mm
Width
1751 mm
1405 55.3 mm
Height
1446 mm
2551 100.4 mm
Wheelbase
2564 mm

Engine

front
Position
--
49825
CC
999
4
Cyl
3
straight
Type
--
double overhead camshaft (DOHC) 4 valves per cylinder 16 valves in total
Valves per cyl
4
220 PS (217 bhp) (162 kW)at 6250 rpm ps
Power (ps)
95 ps
nan rpm
Power (rpm)
5000 rpm
175 nm
Torque (nm)
175 nm
290 Nm (214 ft·lb) (29.6 kgm)at 3500 rpm rpm
Torque (rpm)
2000 rpm
90.8 × 76.95 mm 3.57 × 3.03 in mm
Bore
74.5 mm
90.8 × 76.95 mm 3.57 × 3.03 in mm
Stroke
76.4 mm
1 Garrett T3/T04B turbocharger
Compression
--
petrol
Fuel
Petrol
--
Power
--
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