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Volkswagen Lavida XR 1.5L (110 Hp)
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Volkswagen Lavida:
The Volkswagen Lavida is a compact car manufactured by the German automobile manufacturer Volkswagen. Originally launched at Auto China 2008 in Beijing, the Lavida is considered the first mass-produced Volkswagen small family car to be mainly designed by its Chinese partner. In 2010, the car was the number one seller in China, with 251,615 vehicles delivered.
The first generation Lavida is based on the Volkswagen Group PQ34 platform and competes with a similar Chinese Volkswagen model produced by FAW-Volkswagen which is the Bora....(Read more on Wikipedia)
XR Overview:
Volkswagen Lavida (XR). With 141 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. The top speed reaches 190 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.
The Volkswagen Lavida XR has not been tested by Euro NCAP. Safety ratings for this specific model are typically evaluated by regional bodies like C-NCAP.
1.5L (110 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Provides adequate power for daily commuting and city driving, though highway overtakes may require careful planning due to its naturally aspirated nature.
Fuel Economy
Offers good fuel efficiency for a petrol engine, especially when paired with the manual transmission, making it an economical choice.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Reliable and fuel-efficient EA211 engine
- • Spacious interior and practical trunk capacity
- • Comfortable ride for daily commuting
- • Proven Volkswagen build quality in its segment
- • Available with both manual and automatic transmission options
Cons:
- • Modest performance, especially at higher speeds
- • Naturally aspirated engine lacks turbo-charged torque
- • Torsion beam rear suspension limits dynamic refinement
- • Rear drum brakes on base models
- • Potentially uninspiring driving dynamics for enthusiasts
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(III: August, 2019 - 2022).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Volkswagen |
| Model: | Lavida |
| Generation: | XR |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.5L (110 Hp) |
| Start of production: | June, 2023 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Start & Stop System |
| Power: | 110 Hp @ 6200 rpm. [0hp less] |
| Power per litre: | 73.4 Hp/l [worst than previous generation] |
| Torque: | 141 Nm @ 4100 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | EA211 More details about the engine EA211 |
| Engine displacement: | 1498 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 5.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined (WLTC): | 5.7 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | China VI |
| Maximum speed: | 190 km/h |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 498 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 43 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4561 mm [109mm less] |
| Width: | 1740 mm [66mm less] |
| Height: | 1470 mm [4mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2651 mm [29mm less] |
| 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 | Disc [bad 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 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Torsion |
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