The Volkswagen Scirocco is a compact sports coupe known for its sleek design, agile handling, and powerful engine options. With a sleek and aerodynamic body, it offers excellent handling and performance capabilities. Its spacious interior and advanced technology features make it a desirable choice for enthusiasts and daily commuters alike.
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Body Type
Coupe
Seats
4
Doors
3
Length
3874 mm 152.52 in.
Width
1624 mm 63.94 in.
Height
1309 mm 51.54 in.
Wheelbase
2400 mm 94.49 in.
Front Track
1390 mm 54.72 in.
Rear Track
1350 mm 53.15 in.
Min Turning Circle
9.8 m 32.15 ft.
Ride Height Ground Clearance
125 mm 4.92 in.
Fuel Consumption
The Scirocco is a petrol-powered car with a combined fuel consumption of 8.5 liters per 100 kilometers, equivalent to 27.67 US mpg or 33.23 UK mpg.
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Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Combined
8.5 l/100 km 27.67 US mpg 33.23 UK mpg 11.76 km/l
Engine & Transmission
The Scirocco is a front-wheel drive car powered by a 1.5-liter, 4-cylinder internal combustion engine that produces 85 horsepower at 5800 rpm and 123 Nm of torque at 3200 rpm. It has a 4-speed manual transmission and a McPherson strut front suspension with anti-roll bar and trailing arm rear suspension.
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Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
85 Hp @ 5800 rpm.
Power Per Litre
57.8 Hp/l
Torque
123 Nm @ 3200 rpm. 90.72 lb.-ft. @ 3200 rpm.
Engine Layout
Front, Transverse
Engine Model Code
FD
Engine Displacement
1471 cm3 89.77 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders
4
Engine Configuration
Inline
Cylinder Bore
76.5 mm 3.01 in.
Piston Stroke
80 mm 3.15 in.
Compression Ratio
9.7
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder
2
Fuel Injection System
Carburettor
Engine Aspiration
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
SOHC
Drivetrain Architecture
The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive Wheel
Front wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox
4 gears, manual transmission
Front Suspension
Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar
Rear Suspension
Spring Strut, Transverse stabilizer, Trailing arm
Brakes
The car specs indicate a budget-friendly hatchback with disc brakes upfront and drum brakes at the rear. It features a conventional steering rack and pinion setup and runs on 175/70 R13 tires mounted on 5J x 13 inch wheels.
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Front Brakes
Disc
Rear Brakes
Drum
Steering Type
Steering rack and pinion
Tires Size
Front wheel tires: 175/70 R13 Rear wheel tires: 175/70 R13
Wheel Rims Size
Front wheel rims: 5J x 13 Rear wheel rims: 5J x 13
Weight & Capacity
The Scirocco is a well-balanced car with a good power-to-weight ratio, making it suitable for city driving and occasional highway cruising. Its trunk space is decent, and the fuel tank capacity is average. However, its maximum load capacity is relatively low.
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Weight To Power Ratio
9.1 kg/Hp, 109.7 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
6.3 kg/Nm, 158.7 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight
775 kg 1708.58 lbs.
Max Weight
1150 kg 2535.32 lbs.
Max Load
375 kg 826.73 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum
280 l 9.89 cu. ft.
Trunk Boot Space Maximum
820 l 28.96 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity
55 l 14.53 US gal | 12.1 UK gal
Max Roof Load
50 kg 110.23 lbs.
Permitted Trailer Load With Brakes 12 Percent
800 kg 1763.7 lbs.
Permitted Trailer Load Without Brakes
400 kg 881.85 lbs.
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for Volkswagen - Scirocco I (53)
Fuel efficiency varies depending on the model year and engine size, but generally ranges from 20-30 mpg.
Standard features include a panoramic sunroof, LED headlights, and a touchscreen infotainment system.
The Scirocco comes with a variety of engine options, including a 2.0-liter TSI engine and a 3.0-liter VR6 engine.
11 seconds
175 km/h (108.74 mph)
It accelerates from 0-100 km/h in 11 seconds, which is decent but not exceptional.
Petrol (Gasoline)
8.5 liters per 100 kilometers
27.67 US mpg
1471 cm3 or 89.77 cu. in.
4-speed manual
Front-wheel drive
The Scirocco has disc brakes upfront and drum brakes at the rear.
The car has 175/70 R13 tires mounted on 5J x 13 inch wheels.
The Scirocco features a steering rack and pinion setup.
The Scirocco offers a range of petrol and diesel engines, including a 1.4L turbocharged engine and a 2.0L diesel engine.
The Scirocco has a good reliability record, with many owners reporting low maintenance costs and few mechanical issues.
Yes, the Scirocco is known for its comfortable ride and supportive seats, making it a great choice for long road trips or daily commuting.
