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Technical data

This 1.6 BlueMotion TDI DSG (105 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.

Power & fuel consumption

City fuel consumption per 100 km4.9litre
Highway fuel consumption per 100 km4.3litre
Mixed fuel consumption per 100 km4.5litre
Fuel tank capacity55litre
Cruising rangefrom 1 120 to 1 280km
FuelDiesel
Emission standardEURO V
Top speed176km/h
Acceleration (0–100 km/h)12.1second

Engine

Displacement1598cm3
Engine power105bhp
RPM at max powerto 4 400RPM
Maximum torque250Nm
RPM at max torque1500up to 2 500 RPM
Engine typeDiesel
Cylinder layoutInline
Injection typeCommon Rail
Forced inductionTurbine + compressor
Number of cylinders4
Valves per cylinder4

Gearbox & drivetrain

GearboxElectronic
Number of gears7
Drive wheelsFront-wheel drive
Turning circle10.8m

Body

Seats4
Length4278mm
Width1808mm
Height1473mm
Wheelbase2540mm
Front track1578mm
Rear track1554mm
Ground clearance136mm
Kerb weight1483kg
Gross weight1860kg
Displacement452kg
Min. boot capacity225litre
Max. boot capacity225litre
Front/rear axle load1030/880kg
Body typeCabriolet

Suspension & brakes

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

Real-world consumption (est.)

City5.6 litres / 100km
Highway4.9 litres / 100km
Average5.2 litres / 100km

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

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