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Volkswagen Bora IV (China) 1.5 (116 Hp)
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Volkswagen Bora:
The Volkswagen Bora is a small family car, the fourth generation of the Volkswagen Jetta, and the successor to the Volkswagen Vento. Production of the car began in July 1999. Carrying on the wind nomenclature from previous generations, the car was known as the Volkswagen Bora in much of the world. Bora is a winter wind that blows intermittently over the coast of the Adriatic Sea, as well as in parts of Greece, Russia, Turkey, and the Sliven region of Bulgaria. In North America and South Africa, the Volkswagen Jetta moniker was again kept on due to the continued popularity of the car in those markets....(Read more on Wikipedia)
IV (China) Overview:
Volkswagen Bora (IV (China)). With 150 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1235 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 185 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.5 (116 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers slightly better acceleration than its automatic counterpart at 11.6 seconds to 100 km/h, providing a more engaging feel, though still primarily suited for relaxed driving.
Fuel Economy
Maintains the excellent fuel efficiency of 5.5 l/100 km, offering a good balance of basic performance and low running costs.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent fuel efficiency across the lineup, especially the 1.4 TSI
- • Spacious and practical interior for a compact sedan
- • Strong performance from the 1.4 TSI engine with DSG transmission
- • Reputable Volkswagen brand appeal and build quality in China
- • Modern infotainment and safety features for its segment
- • Good C-NCAP safety rating
Cons:
- • Base 1.5L engine can feel underpowered for some drivers
- • Semi-independent rear suspension on lower trims may affect ride comfort on rougher roads
- • Driving dynamics are more focused on comfort than sportiness
- • Ride height of 126mm might be low for certain road conditions
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(III (China): 2017 - 2018).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Volkswagen |
| Model: | Bora |
| Generation: | IV (China) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.5 (116 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2018 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Particulate filter |
| Power: | 116 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 77.4 Hp/l [101mm more] |
| Torque: | 150 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | DJM More details about the engine DJM |
| Engine displacement: | 1498 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 5.5 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 11.6 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 11.6 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 185 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10.6 kg/Hp, 93.9 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.2 kg/Nm, 121.5 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 11 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1235 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 506 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4663 mm mm [101mm more] |
| Width: | 1815 mm mm [22mm more] |
| Height: | 1462 mm mm [6mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2688 mm mm [74mm more] |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 126 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.6 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 | Electric Steering |
| Wheel rims size | 15; 16 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Semi-independent, coil spring |
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