Volkswagen Scirocco 3rd 1.4 TSI (160 hp) DSG

Gasoline engine with 160 hp (118 kW) and 177 lb-ft (240 Nm), built 2008–2014, coupe body, front-wheel drive. The Volkswagen Scirocco 3rd has 2 more powerful gasoline versions.

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Power160 hp (118 kW)
Torque177 lb-ft (240 Nm)
0–62 mph8 s
Top speed135 mph (218 km/h)
FuelGasoline

Specifications

Engine

Engine version1.4 TSI (160 hp) DSG
Engine codeCAVD, CTHD, CNWA, CTKA
Displacement1.4 L (1,390 cm³)
Cylinders4
Cylinder layoutInline
Engine positionFront, Longitudinal
Valves per cylinder4
ValvetrainDOHC
Fuel systemDirect injection
Bore76.5 mm
Stroke75.6 mm
Engine oil capacity3.8 qt (3.6 l)

Performance

Power160 hp (118 kW) @ 5800 rpm
Torque177 lb-ft (240 Nm) @ 1750-4000 rpm
0–62 mph (0–100 km/h)8 s
Top speed135 mph (218 km/h)

Fuel economy and emissions

FuelGasoline
City29 mpg (8 l/100 km)
Highway37 mpg (6.3 l/100 km)
Emission standardEuro 5
Fuel tank13.2 gal (50 l)

Body, dimensions and weight

Body styleCoupe
Doors4
Length167.6 in (4,256 mm)
Width71.3 in (1,810 mm)
Height55.3 in (1,404 mm)
Curb weight2,998 lb (1,360 kg)
Gross vehicle weight3,814 lb (1,730 kg)
Cargo volume10.3 cu ft (292 l)

Drivetrain and chassis

DriveFront-wheel drive
SteeringElectric power steering
Front suspensionIndependent, MacPherson strut, stabilizer bar
Tires225/45 R17
WheelsR17
Driver assistanceABS (Anti-lock braking system)

What to check on a Volkswagen Scirocco with this engine

  • On a gasoline engine, check the oil consumption, the timing chain or belt and, on turbo engines, the turbocharger.
  • Test the clutch or the automatic transmission from a cold start and in the low gears.
  • Compare the odometer with the readings in the service records and in the VIN history report: a big gap means the mileage was rolled back.

Other Volkswagen Scirocco 3rd engines

EngineFuelPowerCombined
1.4 TSI (122 hp)Gasoline122 hp (90 kW)
1.4 TSI (160 hp)Gasoline160 hp (118 kW)
2.0 TDI (140 hp) DPFDiesel140 hp (103 kW)
2.0 TDI (140 hp) DSG DPFDiesel140 hp (103 kW)
2.0 TSI (200 hp)Gasoline200 hp (147 kW)
2.0 TSI (200 hp) DSGGasoline200 hp (147 kW)
2.0 TDI (170 hp) CRDiesel170 hp (125 kW)
2.0 TDI (170 hp) CR DSGDiesel170 hp (125 kW)

← All Volkswagen Scirocco 3rd engines

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