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Technical data

This 1.4 TSI MT (160 hp) engine was fitted in the 2 generation Cabriolet, which was produced by Volkswagen from 2012 to 2017. In addition to this engine, 12 other engines were also available for this body — their technical data and fuel economy are accessible by clicking the body name at the top of the page.

Body

Body typeCabriolet
Seats4
Length4278mm
Width1808mm
Height1473mm
Wheelbase2540mm
Front track1578mm
Rear track1554mm
Ground clearance136mm
Max. boot capacity225litre
Kerb weight1454kg
Gross weight1830kg
Min. boot capacity225litre
Displacement451kg
Front/rear axle load1000/880kg

Engine

Engine typeGasoline
Displacement1390cm3
Engine power160bhp
RPM at max powerto 5 800RPM
Injection typeDirect injection
Forced inductionTurbine + compressor
Cylinder layoutInline
Number of cylinders4
Valves per cylinder4
Maximum torque240Nm
RPM at max torque1500up to 4 500 RPM
IntercoolerYes

Power & fuel consumption

Fuel95 RON
Top speed206km/h
Acceleration (0–100 km/h)8.6second
City fuel consumption per 100 km8.8litre
Highway fuel consumption per 100 km5.6litre
Mixed fuel consumption per 100 km6.8litre
Fuel tank capacity55litre
Emission standardEURO V
Cruising rangefrom 630 to 980km

Suspension & brakes

Front suspensionIndependent, MacPherson Struts
Rear suspensionsemi dependent
Front brakesVentilated disc
Rear brakesDisc

Gearbox & drivetrain

GearboxManual
Number of gears6
Drive wheelsFront-wheel drive
Turning circle10.8m

Real-world consumption (est.)

City10.6 litres / 100km
Highway6.7 litres / 100km
Average8.2 litres / 100km

Estimated from official figures. Actual consumption varies by driving style and conditions.

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