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Volkswagen Scirocco Typ 53B (1981–1992) Specs

Specifications, engines, dimensions and technical data.

Gen 2 1981 - 1992 Typ 53B Coupe
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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 (129 Hp) accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 8.6 s, reaches a top speed of 200 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, 1645 mm wide, 1280 mm tall, with a 2400 mm wheelbase.

How fast is the Volkswagen Scirocco?

The Volkswagen Scirocco 1.8 16V (129 Hp) goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 8.6 s and has a top speed of 200 km/h.

Advanced Specs

Overview

Generation Volkswagen Scirocco II 53B
Year 1986–1992
Platform VW A Platform / A1
Variant 1.8 16V (129 Hp)
Body type coupe
Engine type Fuel
Fuel type Petrol
Seats 5
Doors 3

Power & torque

Power 129 HP
Power @ max rpm 5800 rpm
Torque 168 Nm
Torque @ max rpm 4250 rpm

Performance

Top speed 200 km/h
0–100 km/h 8.6 s
0–62 mph 8.6 s

Engine

Engine code PL
Displacement 1781 cc
Cylinders 4
Configuration inline
Bore 81.0 mm
Stroke 86.4 mm
Compression ratio 10
Valves per cylinder 4
Injection system Multi Port Manifold Injection
Aspiration Naturally Aspirated Engine
Valvetrain dohc
Oil capacity 4.0 L
Coolant 6.3 L
Engine layout Front Longitudinal

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 1645 mm
Height 1280 mm
Wheelbase 2400 mm
Front track 1405 mm
Rear track 1370 mm
Boot space 415 – 1195 L

Mass

Kerb weight 970 kg
Max weight 1320 kg
Max load 350 kg

Consumption & emissions

Fuel combined 7.9 L/100km
Fuel urban 11.3 L/100km
Fuel extra urban 6.3 L/100km
Fuel tank 55.0 L

Chassis & brakes

Front suspension Coil Spring
Rear suspension Coil Spring
Front brakes disc
Rear brakes disc
Tire size 185/60 R14
Wheel rims 14
Assisting systems Abs Anti Lock Braking System

Efficiency ratios

Weight-to-power 7.5 kg/Hp, 133 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque 5.8 kg/Nm, 173.2 Nm/tonne

Other

Start Of Production 1986
End Of Production 1992

Performance

Engine speed (1k/rpm)

Figures from catalog data; real-world values may differ.

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