What engine is in my Scirocco?
Engines
| Model | Years | Power at rpm |
|---|---|---|
| 1.4 TSI 160 bhp | 2008–2017 | 163 PS (120 kW; 161 hp) at 5,800 |
| 2.0 TSI 200–211 bhp | 2008–2017 | 211 PS (155 kW; 208 hp) at 5,300–6,200 |
| 2.0 TSI GTS 220 bhp SIMOS 18.x ECU | 2015-2017 | 220 PS (162 kW; 217 hp) at 4,500 – 6,200 |
| Scirocco R / 2.0 TSI | 2009–2017 | 265 PS (195 kW; 261 hp) at 6,000 |
Does the Scirocco 2.0 TSI have a turbo?
The 2.0 only has a turbo.
Is VW Scirocco a turbo?
The entry-level Scirocco. Despite its diminuitive capacity, the 1.4-litre engine comes with Volkswagen’s ‘Twincharger’ system, meaning it boasts both a supercharged and a turbocharger, meaning it’s power figures aren’t far off those delivered by the 2.0-litre version.
Why was Scirocco discontinued?
Expecting the Golf to outsell the Scirocco as its mass-production car, VW pushed the Scirocco ahead of the Golf’s release to ensure any manufacturing complications were sorted. In the late ’80s, VW decided that the Scirocco would be no more, and discontinued it in favor of its successor, the Corrado.
Is a Scirocco a good car?
On the road, whatever speed it’s doing, the Scirocco is hugely impressive. The 123bhp 1.4 is more about style than speed, as a 0-62mph time of 9.7 secs proves. Given its relatively low asking price and decent economy, it is a sensible choice for someone who wants this car’s looks more than performance.
Can a 2.0 TFSI turbo be used in a Scirocco?
For those driven to maximise the potential of the 2.0 TFSI engine, we have developed a solution using the GT series 3071R Turbo and specific hardware upgrades. Extensive development and testing mean this upgrade gives a huge increase in performance, especially in the midrange and at the top end.
Is the VW Golf GTI the same as the Scirocco?
These cars are not identical under the skin. Although both still have plenty of carry-over from the mk5 GTI, the Scirocco deviates from the platform-sharing gospel. It features the back axle from a Passat, wider tracks and unique suspension settings.
What kind of engine does a Scirocco have?
The 1.4-litre petrol TSI engine is fairly cheap to run, but its 0-62mph time of 9.3 seconds isn’t particularly quick for a car that’s supposed to be sporty. It does have good mid-range acceleration, though, while the six-speed manual gearbox is nice to use and the engine remains smooth at cruising speed.
Are there any problems with the 2.0T TSI engine?
While we like to say that every engine is generally reliable when properly taken care of, the 2.0T TSI engines do have a laundry list of known common problems. While this list may be daunting, most of these issues are common across all German, turbocharged vehicles from our experience, not just Audi or VW.