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Volkswagen Tacqua 1.5 (113 Hp)
Overall Rating
Volkswagen Tacqua:
The Volkswagen T-Cross is a subcompact crossover SUV manufactured by the German automaker Volkswagen. It is based on the MQB A0 platform shared with the Polo Mk6, and was officially launched in April 2019. It is positioned below the T-Roc and alongside the Taigo/Nivus.
The T-Cross started as a replacement for a cancelled project of a small SUV based on the Volkswagen Taigun concept which was showcased in São Paulo in 2012. It is an SUV based on the Volkswagen Up! with a length of under 3. 9 m destined for Europe, Brazil and India, and was planned to be on sale in 2016 after the project was green-lit in 2012. In 2016, Volkswagen cancelled the plan of producing the Taigun after an internal study concluded that its dimension was too small. Volkswagen shifted its focus onto developing a Polo-based small SUV instead, which eventually spawned the T-Cross. The Taigun nameplate is being reused as a rebadged long-wheelbase T-Cross for the Indian market....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Tacqua Overview:
Volkswagen Tacqua (Tacqua). With 145 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1225 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 12.5 s). The top speed reaches 185 km/h. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. A vehicle that combines characteristics of SUVs and hatchbacks for versatility. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Volkswagen Tacqua was primarily sold in the Chinese market and was not directly tested by Euro NCAP. However, being based on the MQB A0 platform, shared with the 5-star Euro NCAP rated VW T-Cross, it is expected to offer a robust safety structure and features.
1.5 (113 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The naturally aspirated 1.5L engine with 113 Hp offers adequate power for daily city commutes but feels underpowered for highway overtakes, with a slower 0-100 km/h time.
Fuel Economy
With 6.0 l/100 km, its fuel economy is reasonable for a naturally aspirated unit, though slightly less efficient than the more powerful turbocharged option.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Efficient and powerful 1.4 TSI engine option.
- • Spacious interior and practical boot for its class.
- • Modern infotainment and connectivity features.
- • Solid build quality typical of Volkswagen.
Cons:
- • Base 1.5L engine can feel underpowered.
- • Rear suspension (trailing arm) might be less refined than multi-link in some competitors.
- • Primarily designed for the Chinese market, limiting global availability.
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Volkswagen |
| Model: | Tacqua |
| Generation: | Tacqua |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.5 (113 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2019 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV, Crossover |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Start & Stop System |
| Power: | 113 Hp @ 6000 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 75.4 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 145 Nm @ 3900 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 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 |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 74.5 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 85.9 mm mm |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 6 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | China 6 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 12.5 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 12.5 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 185 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10.8 kg/Hp, 92.2 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.4 kg/Nm, 118.4 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 11.9 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1225 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1192 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 367 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 40 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4194 mm mm |
| Width: | 1760 mm mm |
| Height: | 1601 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2651 mm mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.4 m |
| 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 |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 205/60 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 6J x 16 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Trailing arm |
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