1992-1998 Vento OverviewVolkswagen Vento Overview (1992 - 1998)
A3 Typ 1H
Tech Specs Summary
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- 97 - 140 mph
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- 7.8 - 18.3 seconds
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- 63 - 172 hp
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- 24.5 - 48 mpg
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- 2,337 - 2,822 lbs
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- 17.7 - 31.3 ft3
The Volkswagen Vento (A3 Typ 1H) was produced by the German manufacturer Volkswagen between 1992 - 1998. It's a front engined front-wheel drive Sedan. There are many power levels available, ranging from a 63 hp 1.9 L Inline 4 diesel engine all the way to a 172 hp 2.8 L V6 gasoline engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and torsion beam rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the Vento is the Volkswagen Vento VR6 which scores 2.3★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 172 hp and a power/weight ratio of 15.5 lb/hp it has a top speed of 140 mph and gets to 62 mph in 7.8 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Volkswagen Vento CL 1.9 TDI is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.5★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 683 miles and can store 17.7-31.3 cubic feet of cargo. It also has a towing capacity of 2,646 lbs.