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Volkswagen Santana 1.6 Diesel GL

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Top 96% of 1,303 Sedan Diesel models in this price class.

SedanDieselManualFWDYear 1982

54

Horsepower · 40 kW

20.3s

0–100 km/h

140

km/h top speed

6.4

l/100 km

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The Volkswagen Santana 1.6 Diesel GL is a sedan powered by a diesel engine delivering 54 hp (40 kW).

Updated Jun 2026 · Data curated by Cars-Data.com

Volkswagen Santana 1.6 Diesel GL 1982 sedan front view

Performance

It accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 20.3 s and reaches a top speed of 140 km/h. Drive is routed to the front-wheel-drive axle via a manual.

Efficiency & range

Fuel efficiency stands at 6.4 l/100 km combined.

Generation & history

This variant was introduced in 1982 as part of the Volkswagen Santana (1982-1985) generation, and sits alongside 22 other variants in this generation.

Full specifications — including engine displacement, transmission type, dimensions, weight, and historical list price — are available on the specifications page.

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Specifications

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Overview

BodySedan
FuelDiesel
TransmissionManual
DrivetrainFWD

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Performance

Power40 kW (54 hp)
0–100 km/h20.3 s
km/h top speed140 km/h (87 mph)
CO₂-

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Efficiency

Consumption6.4 l/100km (44.1 mpg UK · 36.8 mpg US)
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Energyn/a

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Quick answers

What is the engine power of the Volkswagen Santana 1.6 Diesel GL?

The Volkswagen Santana 1.6 Diesel GL produces 54 hp (40 kW).

How fast does the Volkswagen Santana 1.6 Diesel GL accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h?

The Volkswagen Santana 1.6 Diesel GL accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 20.3 seconds.

What is the top speed of the Volkswagen Santana 1.6 Diesel GL?

The top speed of the Volkswagen Santana 1.6 Diesel GL is 140 km/h.

What is the fuel consumption of the Volkswagen Santana 1.6 Diesel GL?

The Volkswagen Santana 1.6 Diesel GL has a combined fuel consumption of 6.4 l/100 km.

What transmission does the Volkswagen Santana 1.6 Diesel GL have?

The Volkswagen Santana 1.6 Diesel GL is equipped with a Manual transmission.

Is the Volkswagen Santana 1.6 Diesel GL front, rear, or all-wheel drive?

The Volkswagen Santana 1.6 Diesel GL sends power through the FWD drivetrain.

What is the engine size of the Volkswagen Santana 1.6 Diesel GL?

The Volkswagen Santana 1.6 Diesel GL has a 1,588 cc engine with 4 cylinders.

What is the torque of the Volkswagen Santana 1.6 Diesel GL?

The Volkswagen Santana 1.6 Diesel GL produces 102 Nm of torque.

When was the Volkswagen Santana 1.6 Diesel GL introduced?

The Volkswagen Santana 1.6 Diesel GL was introduced in 1982.

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