
Engine and gearbox code, paint number, interior equipment. In the example, the engine 
code is CCZB ⇒ Fig. 13A.
Optional extras, PR numbers
These vehicle data are also contained in the service schedule.
Type plate
The type plate ⇒ Fig. 13B can be seen on the lower part of the door pillar when the door is open. 
Vehicles for certain export countries do not have a type plate.
The type plate contains the following data:
Gross vehicle weight rating
Gross axle weight rating, front
Gross axle weight rating, rear
Engine data
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For reasons of vehicle registration and vehicle taxation, the power output and performance of some 
engines may vary in some countries from the information given in this booklet.
Petrol engines
Engine powerECMaximum torqueCylinders,
capacity
44 kW at 
5,000 – 6,000 rpmCHYA95 Nm at 1,750 – 3,000 rpm3 cylinders,
999 ccm
55 kW at 6,200 rpmCHYB95 Nm at 3,000 – 4,300 rpm3 cylinders,
999 ccm
Natural gas engine
Engine powerECMaximum torqueCylinders,
capacity
50 kW at 6,200 rpmCPGA90 Nm at 3,000 rpm3 cylinders,
999 ccm
Dimensions
Fig. 15 Dimensions
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The data in the table apply to the most basic German model.
The specified values can vary due to different tyre and wheel sizes, if additional equipment is fitted, 
for different model versions, for retrofitted accessories, and for special vehicles. They can also vary 
in vehicles that have been manufactured for other countries.
Key for ⇒ Fig. 15:Petrol engineNatural gas 
engine
Ⓐ
Front track1,428 mm
Rear track1,424 mm
ⒷWidth (2-door)1,641 mm 

Key for ⇒ Fig. 15:Petrol engineNatural gas 
engine
Width (4-door)1,645 mm
ⒸWidth (from one exterior mirror to the other)1,910 mm
Ⓓ
Height to the upper edge of the roof at kerb weight 1,478 mm1,480 mm
Hight at kerb weight  to the upper edge of the 
aerial base1,489 mm1,492 mm
ⒺHeight with open tailgate at kerb weight1,990 mm1,994 mm
ⒻGround clearance in road-ready state between 
the axles144 mm145 mm
ⒼWheelbase2,407 mm2,413 mm
ⒽLength (from bumper to bumper)3,543 mm
ⒾHeight with open bonnet and kerb weight1,622 mm
–Minimum turning circle diameterApproximately 9.8 m
 Kerb weight without driver, without payload.
 Without rod antenna screwed on.
 Kerb weight with driver (75 kg) and service fluids.
Performance figures
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Introduction
For reasons of vehicle registration and vehicle taxation, the power output and performance of some 
engines may vary in some countries from the information given in this booklet.
Petrol engines
Engine powerECGearbox typeMaximum speed
44 kW
CHYA
MG5
160 km/h (100 mph)
44 kW BlueMotion 
technology161 km/h (100 mph)
44 kWAG5160 km/h (100 mph)
55 kW
CHYB
MG5
171 km/h (106 mph)
55 kW BlueMotion 
technology172 km/h (106 mph)
55 kWAG5171 km/h (106 mph)
Natural gas engine
Engine powerECGearbox typeMaximum speed
50 kW BlueMotion 
technologyCPGAMG5164 km/h (102 mph)
When the performance figures were measured, the vehicle was not fitted with any equipment 
that could reduce performance, e.g. a roof carrier or mud flaps.
 Maximum speed is reached in 4th gear.
 Maximum speed is reached in 4th gear.
Opening and closing
Vehicle key set
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•Take care when driving in car parks with protruding kerbstones or bollards. Objects that 
protrude from the ground can damage the bumper and other components when parking the 
vehicle.
•Drive carefully through dips in the road, over driveways, ramps, kerbstones and other 
objects. Low-lying vehicle components such as the bumper, spoiler and parts of the 
running gear, engine or exhaust system could be damaged.
NOTICE
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If possible, stow the spare wheel, temporary spare wheel or the removed wheel safely in the 
luggage compartment. In vehicles with a breakdown set, the removed wheel cannot be secured.
Tyre lettering
Fig. 134 International tyre lettering
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Tyre lettering (example)Meaning
Brand name, logoManufacturer
Product nameIndividual tyre lettering from manufacturer.
P215 / 55 R 18
Size designation:
PIdentification for passenger vehicle.
255Tyre width from wall to wall in mm.
55Height/width ratio in %.
RTyre construction: radial.
18Rim diameter in inches.
109 HLoad capacity index ⇒ Tyre load and speed index ⇒ Speed 
index.
XLHeavy-duty tyres (reinforced).
M+S or M/S orDenotes winter tyres (mud and snow tyres) ⇒ Winter tyres.
RADIAL TUBELESSTubeless radial tyres.
E4 ...Certification of conformity with international regulations. The 
number following (E) is the code number of the country that 
Incorrect use of the spare wheel or temporary spare wheel can lead to a loss of control of the 
vehicle, to collisions or other accidents and cause serious injuries.
•Never use a spare wheel or temporary spare wheel if it is damaged or worn down to the 
tread wear indicators.
•In some vehicles, the spare wheel could be smaller than the standard wheel. The small 
spare wheel has a sticker with the text 80 km/h or 50 mph. This is the maximum speed at 
which you are permitted to drive with this tyre.
•Never drive faster than 80 km/h (50 mph). Do not accelerate quickly, brake suddenly or 
drive at high speed through bends.
•Never drive further than 200 km with a temporary spare wheel if it is fitted to the drive axle.
•The temporary spare wheel should be exchanged for a normal wheel as soon as possible. 
The temporary spare wheel is designed for a short period of use only.
•The temporary spare wheel must always be secured firmly with the wheel bolts supplied 
by the factory.
•Never use more than one temporary spare wheel at a time.
•After fitting the temporary spare wheel, the tyre pressure must be checked as soon as 
possible ⇒ Tyre pressure.
•Snow chains cannot be used on the temporary spare wheel.
WARNING 

Tyre lettering (example)Meaning
granted approval. This is followed by the number of the type 
approval certificate.
DOT BT RA TY5 1709
Tyre identification number (TIN – may be on the inner side of 
the wheel) and manufacturer date:
DOT
The tyre complies with the legal requirements of the 
USA Department of Transportation, responsible for tyre 
safety standards.
BTCode identifier of the factory that manufactured the 
tyre.
RATyre manufacturer's data on tyre size.
TY5Manufacturer's tyre characteristics.
1709Manufacture date: 17th week in 2009.
TWIIndicates the position of the tread wear indicator ⇒ Tread depth 
and wear indicators.
Made in GermanyCountry of manufacture.
MAX LOAD 615 KGUS load data for the maximum load per wheel.
MAX INFLATION 350 KPA 
(51 PSI)US limitation for the maximum air pressure.
SIDEWALL 1 PLY RAYONData on tyre sub-construction components:
1 layer of rayon (artificial silk).
TREAD 4 PLIES
1 RAYON + 2 STEEL + 
1 NYLON
Data on the tread surface components:
In the example there are four layers under the tread surface: 
1 layer of rayon, 2 steel belt layers and 1 nylon layer.
Information for the end user concerning comparative values for specified basic tyres 
(standardised test procedure)⇒ Consumer information:
TREADWEAR 220Relative life expectancy for the tyre, with reference to a US-
specific standard test.
TRACTION AWet braking response of the tyre (AA, A, B or C).
TEMPERATURE ATemperature stability of the tyre at higher test speeds (A, B or 
C).
Any other characters are internal codes used by the tyre manufacturer or are country-specific 
codes, e.g. for Brazil or China.
Tyres with directional tread pattern
Tyres with directional tread pattern have been developed to roll in one direction only. An arrow on 
the tyre sidewall indicates the direction of rotation on tyres with directional tread. The direction of 
rotation must be adhered to. This guarantees optimum grip and helps to avoid aquaplaning, 
excessive noise and wear.
If, however, the tyre is fitted in the opposite direction to the tread pattern, you must take more care 
when driving as the tyre is now no longer being used according to its designation. This is 
particularly important on wet roads. The tyres must be replaced as quickly as possible or be fitted 
with the tread in the correct direction.
Tyre load
The load capacity index indicates how many kilograms can be loaded onto an individual tyre (tyre 
load).
78425 kg81462 kg83487 kg85515 kg87545 kg91615 kg
Speed index
The speed index indicates the maximum permitted speed that may be driven when particular 
wheels are fitted.
Pmax. 150 km/h (93 mph)Qmax. 160 km/h (99 mph)Rmax. 170 km/h (106 mph)Smax. 180 km/h 
(112 mph)Tmax. 190 km/h (118 mph)Umax. 200 km/h (124 mph)Hmax. 210 km/h (130 mph)Vmax. 
240 km/h (149 mph)Zover 240 km/h (149 mph)Wmax. 270 km/h (168 mph)Ymax. 300 km/h 
(186 mph)
Some tyre manufacturers use the code ZR for tyres with a highest permitted speed of over 
240 km/h (149 mph).
 The TIN is the tyre serial number.
Winter tyres
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In winter road conditions, winter tyres will considerably improve the car's handling. The design of 
summer tyres (width, rubber compound, tread pattern) gives less grip on ice and snow. Volkswagen 
urgently recommends the use of winter tyres or all-year tyres on all four wheels of the vehicle, 
particularly if winter conditions are expected on the roads. Winter tyres will also improve the braking 
response of the vehicle and will help to reduce braking distances in winter weather. Volkswagen 
recommends that winter tyres be fitted to the vehicle at temperatures below +7°C (+45°F).
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