Volkswagen Scirocco 3rd 2.0 TSI (200 hp) DSG

Gasoline engine with 200 hp (147 kW) and 207 lb-ft (280 Nm), built 2008–2009, coupe body, front-wheel drive. It is the most powerful gasoline version of the generation.

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Power200 hp (147 kW)
Torque207 lb-ft (280 Nm)
0–62 mph7.1 s
Top speed145 mph (233 km/h)
FuelGasoline

Specifications

Engine

Engine version2.0 TSI (200 hp) DSG
Engine codeCAWB
Displacement2.0 L (1,984 cm³)
Cylinders4
Cylinder layoutInline
Engine positionFront, Transverse
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel systemDirect injection
Compression ratio10-3
Bore82.5 mm
Stroke92.8 mm
Engine oil capacity5.0 qt (4.7 l)

Performance

Power200 hp (147 kW) @ 5100 rpm
Torque207 lb-ft (280 Nm) @ 1800 rpm
0–62 mph (0–100 km/h)7.1 s
Top speed145 mph (233 km/h)

Fuel economy and emissions

FuelGasoline
City22 mpg (10.5 l/100 km)
Highway31 mpg (7.6 l/100 km)
Emission standardEuro 4
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 weight3,071 lb (1,393 kg)
Gross vehicle weight3,880 lb (1,760 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 W
Wheels8J x 17
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)
1.4 TSI (160 hp) DSGGasoline160 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 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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