Volkswagen Transporter T3 1.6
37 kW50 PS50 hp1979–1983
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- Power
- 37 kW 50 PS · 50 hp
- Kerb weight
- 1,395 kg
- Length
- 4,569 mm
- Displacement
- 1,584 cm³
The Volkswagen Transporter T3 1.6 CT produces 37 kW (50 PS) from a 1.6-litre petrol engine. In the Transporter T3 1.6 CT, power goes to the rear wheels.
Of the 2 petrol versions in the Transporter T3 line-up, the Transporter T3 1.6 CT is the entry petrol version - the 75 kW petrol version delivers 103% more. According to our catalog data, the Transporter T3 1.6 CT weighs 1,395 kg and offers 36 PS per tonne. Set the Transporter T3 1.6 CT against the Renault Trafic or the Ford Transit in a full comparison.
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grid 500 mm1 ft Side view: dashed lines mark the axles · wheelbase estimated where unknown
Engine
| Engine code | CT |
|---|---|
| Fuel | Petrol |
| Displacement | 1,584 cm³ 1.6 l · 97 cu in |
| Power | 37 kW 50 PS · 50 hp |
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive |
Dimensions and weight
| Length | 4,569 mm 179.9 in |
|---|---|
| Height | 1,928 mm 75.9 in |
| Kerb weight | 1,395 kg 3,075 lb |
Production
| Years | 1979–1983 |
|---|---|
| Generation | Transporter T3 (1979–1992) |
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