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Volkswagen Fox SpaceFox (facelift 2015) Latin America 1.6 (103 Hp) Automatic
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Volkswagen Fox:
The Volkswagen Fox is a subcompact car produced and designed by Volkswagen of Brazil and sold in Latin America from 2003 until 2021 and in Europe from 2005 until 2011, where it was sold as the city car offering. The Fox was produced as a 3-door and 5-door hatchback. There is also a mini SUV version called Fox Xtreme and a mini MPV/station wagon model called Suran, SpaceFox, SportVan or Fox Plus depending on the market.
Volkswagen acquired the rights to the name in 1969, by purchasing NSU. The original NSU Fox was a motorbike first seen in 1949, and Volkswagen had subsequently used the "Fox" name in some markets for special edition Volkswagen Polos. The Audi 80 produced in the 1970s also used the name Fox on vehicles sold in Australia and the United States. The Australian version was assembled locally by Volkswagen Australasia Ltd....(Read more on Wikipedia)
SpaceFox (facelift 2015) Latin America Overview:
Volkswagen Fox (SpaceFox (facelift 2015) Latin America). With 153 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1147 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 11.9 s). The top speed reaches 183 km/h. A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. A multi-purpose vehicle designed to transport passengers with ample interior space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.6 (103 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers a smooth driving experience with the automatic transmission, though acceleration is slightly slower than its manual counterpart.
Fuel Economy
Fuel economy might be slightly less efficient compared to the manual version.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious and versatile interior, ideal for families
- • Good range of 1.6L engine options, including powerful 120 Hp variant
- • Strong Volkswagen brand presence and service network in Latin America
- • Practical body style (station wagon/MPV) for cargo and passengers
- • Comfortable ride for daily commuting and longer trips
Cons:
- • Safety ratings (Latin NCAP) may not match Euro NCAP standards
- • Interior design can feel somewhat dated compared to newer competitors
- • Fuel economy for automatic and higher-powered variants might not be class-leading
- • Ride quality can be firm on rougher roads
- • Limited advanced driver-assistance systems compared to global models
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(3Door Europe: 2005 - 2011).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Volkswagen |
| Model: | Fox |
| Generation: | SpaceFox (facelift 2015) Latin America |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.6 (103 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2015 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate), MPV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 103 Hp @ 5250 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 64.5 Hp/l [376mm more] |
| Torque: | 153 Nm @ 2500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | CCRA More details about the engine CCRA |
| Engine displacement: | 1598 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Compression ratio: | 12.1:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol / Ethanol - E85 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 11.9 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 11.9 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 183 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 11.1 kg/Hp, 89.8 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.5 kg/Nm, 133.4 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 11.3 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1147 |
| Max. weight: | 1630 |
| Max. roof load: | 45 kg |
| Max load: | 483 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (8%): | 400 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4204 mm mm [376mm more] |
| Width: | 1660 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1585 mm mm [41mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2467 mm mm [2mm more] |
| Width including mirrors: | 1901-1904 mm |
| Front track: | 1416-1426 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1410-1420 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 155 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.9 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 | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 195/65 R15 |
| Wheel rims size | 15 |
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