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Volkswagen Scirocco Typ 53B (1981–1992) Specs
Specifications, engines, dimensions and technical data.
Body Style
Chassis
Engines
Quick Specs
Engine Lineup
| Trans | Engine | Gears | HP | Fuel | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MT | 1.3 | 4 | 60 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 1.5 | 4 | 70 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 1.6 | 5 | 110 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 1.6 | 4 | 72 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 1.6 | 4 | 75 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 1.6 | 4 | 85 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 1.8 | 5 | 112 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 1.8 | 5 | 90 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 1.8 | 5 | 95 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 1.8 16V | 5 | 129 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 1.8 16V | 5 | 139 HP | Petrol | — |
Note: Performance figures may vary based on market and conditions.
Volkswagen Scirocco Typ 53B overview
The Volkswagen Scirocco (Typ 53B) is the 2nd generation of the Scirocco, built from 1981 to 1992. It is offered as a Coupe with 11 engines (petrol), from 60 HP to 139 HP. The 1.8 16V (139 Hp) accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 8.0 s, reaches a top speed of 208 km/h and is 4050 mm long.
How much horsepower does the Volkswagen Scirocco have?
The Volkswagen Scirocco (Typ 53B) has 60 HP to 139 HP, depending on the engine: 1.3 Ea111 (60 HP), 1.5 Ea827 (70 HP), 1.6 Ea827 (72 HP), 1.6 Ea827 (75 HP), 1.6 Ea827 (85 HP), 1.8 Ea827 (90 HP), 1.8 Ea827 (95 HP), 1.6 Ea827 (110 HP), 1.8 Ea827 (112 HP), 1.8 Ea827 (129 HP), 1.8 Ea827 (139 HP).
What engines are available for the Volkswagen Scirocco?
The Volkswagen Scirocco is available with 11 engines: 1.3 Ea111 (60 HP, petrol), 1.5 Ea827 (70 HP, petrol), 1.6 Ea827 (72 HP, petrol), 1.6 Ea827 (75 HP, petrol), 1.6 Ea827 (85 HP, petrol), 1.8 Ea827 (90 HP, petrol), 1.8 Ea827 (95 HP, petrol), 1.6 Ea827 (110 HP, petrol), 1.8 Ea827 (112 HP, petrol), 1.8 Ea827 (129 HP, petrol), 1.8 Ea827 (139 HP, petrol).
What are the dimensions of the Volkswagen Scirocco?
The Volkswagen Scirocco is 4050 mm long, 1640 mm wide, 1280 mm tall, with a 2400 mm wheelbase.
How fast is the Volkswagen Scirocco?
The Volkswagen Scirocco 1.8 16V (139 Hp) goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 8.0 s and has a top speed of 208 km/h.
Advanced Specs
Overview
| Generation | Volkswagen Scirocco II 53B |
|---|---|
| Year | 1985–1989 |
| Platform | VW A Platform / A1 |
| Variant | 1.8 16V (139 Hp) |
| Body type | coupe |
| Engine type | Fuel |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 3 |
Power & torque
| Power | 139 HP |
|---|---|
| Power @ max rpm | 6300 rpm |
| Torque | 160 Nm |
Performance
| Top speed | 208 km/h |
|---|---|
| 0–100 km/h | 8.0 s |
| 0–62 mph | 8.0 s |
Engine
| Engine code | KR |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1781 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Configuration | inline |
| Bore | 81.0 mm |
| Stroke | 86.4 mm |
| Compression ratio | 8 |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Injection system | Multi Port Manifold Injection |
| Aspiration | Naturally Aspirated Engine |
| Oil capacity | 4.0 L |
| Coolant | 5.5 L |
| Engine layout | Front Transverse |
Drivetrain & transmission
| Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
|---|---|
| Powertrain architecture | Internal Combustion Engine |
| Drivetrain architecture | The Internal Combustion Engine Ice Drives The Front Wheels Of The Vehicle |
| Gearbox type | manual |
| Gears | 5 |
| Gearbox code | 020 |
| Gearbox manufacturer | vw |
Dimensions
| Length | 4050 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1640 mm |
| Height | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2400 mm |
Other
| Start Of Production | 1985 |
|---|---|
| End Of Production | 1989 |
Performance
! Figures from catalog data; real-world values may differ.