Volkswagen Polo G40
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The Volkswagen Polo Mk2
and Polo Mk2F were available as supercharged G40 models - called the Volkswagen Polo G40 (sometimes also called Volkswagen Polo GT G40, Volkswagen Polo G-40, or simply Volkswagen Polo G).
(engine ID code: PY). It displaced 1272 cc from a cylinder bore of 75 millimetres (2.953 in), and a piston stroke of 72 millimetres (2.835 in). The G40s 'G-Lader
' supercharger
had an inlet diameter of 40 mm (1.57 in), hence the "G40" name. This G40 engine
produced a maximum motive
power
output of 85 kW at 6,000 revolutions per minute
(rpm), and generated a torque
turning force of 148 newton metres (109 ft·lbf) at 3,600 rpm.
Stopping power included uprated front disc brake
s, now radially ventilated, sized at 239 millimetres (9.4 in) in diameter by 20 millimetre (0.78740157480315 in) thick, with ATE single-piston sliding calipers.
Standard roadwheels
were 5.5Jx13H2 ET38 silver 'Hockenheim' alloy wheel
s.
Performance figures indicate it could complete the standard discipline of sprinting from a standstill to 100 kilometres per hour (62.1 mph) in 8.1 second
s, and could go on to reach a maximum speed of 195 kilometres per hour (121.2 mph). Three prototype cars had been used by Volkswagen in 1985 to set a number of world endurance speed records, such as the 1.3 litre class records for speed over 24 hours, and speed over a distance of 5000 kilometres (3,107 mi).
There have been a number of one-make race series
for the Polo, starting with the 'Volkswagen Polo G40 Cup' for Mk2 (Germany) and Mk2F G40 (UK) versions. The Polo Cup championship started in 1987 with race-modified Polo G40 82 kW (with catalytic converter) and was a support race at rounds of the Deutsche Tourenwagen Meisterschaft
.
version of the 1272 cc engine, capable of propelling it from rest to 60 mi/h in 11.1 seconds and onto a quoted top speed of 172 kilometres per hour (107 mph) . Defining features of the Polo GT include red piping in the bumpers, black overhead cloth, a rev counter, wheel arch extensions and a red badge in the grille
.
Soon after the launch of the Mk2F, another sporting model was added to the range — a new version of the supercharged G40, now as a full production model in all markets, rather than the limited batch of Mk2 G40s. Engine and gearbox aside, mechanical differences between the G40 and similar looking GT included 20 mm (0.78740157480315 in) lower suspension, 239 mm (9.4 in) vented front brake discs and rose-jointed steering and track control arms. The G40 was also marked out by its Le Mans check interior trim, roof-mounted 'bee-sting' aerial and BBS
5.5Jx13 cross-spoke alloy wheel
s, while the speedometer topped out at 160 mph (compared to 120 mph on the GT).
As with the previous model, Volkswagen Motorsport modified G40 Cup cars were sold for racing in a one-make series, the Volkswagen Polo G40 Cup. A handful of these original racers are still around, and compete in the Super Coupe Cup against other brands.
Sales of the G40 was marred by a comparatively high price tag (£11,568 in the UK - equivalent to around £19,000 in 2010) and because it was based on a nine year old design it came with limited luxuries compared to rivals. Power steering, for example, was never an option. With the bigger, better equipped Mk2 Golf GTI
8v not much more expensive it failed to sell in large numbers. Only around 500 right hand drive models were ever made, exclusivity which combined with easy power upgrades has made it popular with enthusiasts.
The model was replaced by the Polo GTI
in 1995 in Western Europe, and was not directly replaced in the UK until 2000. However, the Polo Mk4 1.4 16v was the quickest Polo for the next 6 years, followed by the GTI.
Volkswagen Polo Mk2
The Volkswagen Polo Mk2 is the second generation of the Volkswagen Polo supermini, it was produced from late 1981 until 1994.-Polo Mark 2:...
and Polo Mk2F were available as supercharged G40 models - called the Volkswagen Polo G40 (sometimes also called Volkswagen Polo GT G40, Volkswagen Polo G-40, or simply Volkswagen Polo G).
Mk2
At the heart of the Polo GT G40 was its 1.3 litre G40 internal combustion engineInternal combustion engine
The internal combustion engine is an engine in which the combustion of a fuel occurs with an oxidizer in a combustion chamber. In an internal combustion engine, the expansion of the high-temperature and high -pressure gases produced by combustion apply direct force to some component of the engine...
(engine ID code: PY). It displaced 1272 cc from a cylinder bore of 75 millimetres (2.953 in), and a piston stroke of 72 millimetres (2.835 in). The G40s 'G-Lader
G-Lader
The G-Lader is a scroll-type supercharger used in various Volkswagen Passenger Cars models. Its purpose is to increase the motive power output from the internal combustion engine attainable with a given engine displacement. Since it is not enough to simply inject more fuel, as this produces too...
' supercharger
Supercharger
A supercharger is an air compressor used for forced induction of an internal combustion engine.The greater mass flow-rate provides more oxygen to support combustion than would be available in a naturally aspirated engine, which allows more fuel to be burned and more work to be done per cycle,...
had an inlet diameter of 40 mm (1.57 in), hence the "G40" name. This G40 engine
G60
G60 refers to an inline-four cylinder automobile petrol engine, which uses a specific method of forced induction - by way of a specific type of supercharger...
produced a maximum motive
Motive power
In thermodynamics, motive power is an agency, as water or steam, used to impart motion. Generally, motive power is defined as a natural agent, as water, steam, wind, electricity, etc., used to impart motion to machinery; a motor; a mover. The term may also define something, as a locomotive or a...
power
Power (physics)
In physics, power is the rate at which energy is transferred, used, or transformed. For example, the rate at which a light bulb transforms electrical energy into heat and light is measured in watts—the more wattage, the more power, or equivalently the more electrical energy is used per unit...
output of 85 kW at 6,000 revolutions per minute
Revolutions per minute
Revolutions per minute is a measure of the frequency of a rotation. It annotates the number of full rotations completed in one minute around a fixed axis...
(rpm), and generated a torque
Torque
Torque, moment or moment of force , is the tendency of a force to rotate an object about an axis, fulcrum, or pivot. Just as a force is a push or a pull, a torque can be thought of as a twist....
turning force of 148 newton metres (109 ft·lbf) at 3,600 rpm.
Stopping power included uprated front disc brake
Disc brake
The disc brake or disk brake is a device for slowing or stopping the rotation of a wheel while it is in motion.A brake disc is usually made of cast iron, but may in some cases be made of composites such as reinforced carbon–carbon or ceramic matrix composites. This is connected to the wheel and/or...
s, now radially ventilated, sized at 239 millimetres (9.4 in) in diameter by 20 millimetre (0.78740157480315 in) thick, with ATE single-piston sliding calipers.
Standard roadwheels
Wheel
A wheel is a device that allows heavy objects to be moved easily through rotating on an axle through its center, facilitating movement or transportation while supporting a load, or performing labor in machines. Common examples found in transport applications. A wheel, together with an axle,...
were 5.5Jx13H2 ET38 silver 'Hockenheim' alloy wheel
Alloy wheel
Alloy wheels are automobile wheels which are made from an alloy of aluminium or magnesium. They are typically lighter for the same strength...
s.
Performance figures indicate it could complete the standard discipline of sprinting from a standstill to 100 kilometres per hour (62.1 mph) in 8.1 second
Second
The second is a unit of measurement of time, and is the International System of Units base unit of time. It may be measured using a clock....
s, and could go on to reach a maximum speed of 195 kilometres per hour (121.2 mph). Three prototype cars had been used by Volkswagen in 1985 to set a number of world endurance speed records, such as the 1.3 litre class records for speed over 24 hours, and speed over a distance of 5000 kilometres (3,107 mi).
There have been a number of one-make race series
Auto racing
Auto racing is a motorsport involving the racing of cars for competition. It is one of the world's most watched televised sports.-The beginning of racing:...
for the Polo, starting with the 'Volkswagen Polo G40 Cup' for Mk2 (Germany) and Mk2F G40 (UK) versions. The Polo Cup championship started in 1987 with race-modified Polo G40 82 kW (with catalytic converter) and was a support race at rounds of the Deutsche Tourenwagen Meisterschaft
Deutsche Tourenwagen Meisterschaft
The Deutsche Tourenwagen Meisterschaft was a touring car racing series held from 1984 to 1996. Originally based in Germany, it held additional rounds elsewhere in Europe and later worldwide....
.
Mk2F
At the time of launch of the Polo Mk2F, the highest performance model was the Polo with 56 kW(engine ID code: 3F). This featured a multi-point fuel injectedFuel injection
Fuel injection is a system for admitting fuel into an internal combustion engine. It has become the primary fuel delivery system used in automotive petrol engines, having almost completely replaced carburetors in the late 1980s....
version of the 1272 cc engine, capable of propelling it from rest to 60 mi/h in 11.1 seconds and onto a quoted top speed of 172 kilometres per hour (107 mph) . Defining features of the Polo GT include red piping in the bumpers, black overhead cloth, a rev counter, wheel arch extensions and a red badge in the grille
Grille
A grille or grill is an opening of several slits side by side in a wall or metal sheet or other barrier, usually to let air or water enter and/or leave but keep larger objects including people and animals in or out.-Spelling:In the United States, "grille" is used to differentiate the automotive...
.
Soon after the launch of the Mk2F, another sporting model was added to the range — a new version of the supercharged G40, now as a full production model in all markets, rather than the limited batch of Mk2 G40s. Engine and gearbox aside, mechanical differences between the G40 and similar looking GT included 20 mm (0.78740157480315 in) lower suspension, 239 mm (9.4 in) vented front brake discs and rose-jointed steering and track control arms. The G40 was also marked out by its Le Mans check interior trim, roof-mounted 'bee-sting' aerial and BBS
BBS Kraftfahrzeugtechnik AG
BBS Kraftfahrzeugtechnik AG is a high performance automobile wheel design company headquartered in Schiltach, Germany. BBS serves North America through BBS of America, located in Braselton, Georgia, adjacent to the Road Atlanta Racetrak...
5.5Jx13 cross-spoke alloy wheel
Alloy wheel
Alloy wheels are automobile wheels which are made from an alloy of aluminium or magnesium. They are typically lighter for the same strength...
s, while the speedometer topped out at 160 mph (compared to 120 mph on the GT).
As with the previous model, Volkswagen Motorsport modified G40 Cup cars were sold for racing in a one-make series, the Volkswagen Polo G40 Cup. A handful of these original racers are still around, and compete in the Super Coupe Cup against other brands.
Sales of the G40 was marred by a comparatively high price tag (£11,568 in the UK - equivalent to around £19,000 in 2010) and because it was based on a nine year old design it came with limited luxuries compared to rivals. Power steering, for example, was never an option. With the bigger, better equipped Mk2 Golf GTI
Volkswagen Golf Mk2
The Volkswagen Golf Mk2 succeeded the Mk1 as Volkswagen's volume seller from 1983 and remained in production until late 1992. In comparison to its predecessor, its wheelbase grew slightly , as did exterior dimensions . Weight was up accordingly by about...
8v not much more expensive it failed to sell in large numbers. Only around 500 right hand drive models were ever made, exclusivity which combined with easy power upgrades has made it popular with enthusiasts.
The model was replaced by the Polo GTI
Volkswagen Polo GTI
The Volkswagen Polo GTI is a hot hatch version of the Volkswagen Polo supermini, produced by German automaker Volkswagen.-Mk2 Polo GT G40 and Mk2F Polo G40:...
in 1995 in Western Europe, and was not directly replaced in the UK until 2000. However, the Polo Mk4 1.4 16v was the quickest Polo for the next 6 years, followed by the GTI.
See also
- Volkswagen PoloVolkswagen PoloThe Volkswagen Polo is a supermini car manufactured by Volkswagen. It is sold in Europe and other markets worldwide in hatchback, saloon, coupé and estate variants....
- for an overview of the Polo range - G60G60G60 refers to an inline-four cylinder automobile petrol engine, which uses a specific method of forced induction - by way of a specific type of supercharger...
- for detailed information on the G-LaderG-LaderThe G-Lader is a scroll-type supercharger used in various Volkswagen Passenger Cars models. Its purpose is to increase the motive power output from the internal combustion engine attainable with a given engine displacement. Since it is not enough to simply inject more fuel, as this produces too...
engine and subsequent forced inductionForced inductionForced induction is the process of compressing air on the intake of an internal combustion engine . A forced induction engine uses a gas compressor to increase the pressure, temperature and density of the air...
developments
External links
- www.clubepolog40portugal.com - Portugal owners club
- Club G40 - UK owners club
- www.G-Lader.info - Die Infoseite zum G-Lader
- Poloheinz.de
- Volkswagen.com - official international portal