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Technical data

This 2.0 TDI DSG (140 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 weight1505kg
Gross weight1900kg
Min. boot capacity225litre
Displacement470kg
Front/rear axle load1070/880kg

Engine

Engine typeDiesel
Displacement1968cm3
Engine power140bhp
RPM at max powerto 4 200RPM
Injection typeCommon Rail
Forced inductionTurbocharger
Cylinder layoutInline
Number of cylinders4
Valves per cylinder4
Maximum torque320Nm
RPM at max torque1750up to 2 500 RPM
IntercoolerYes

Power & fuel consumption

FuelDiesel
Top speed193km/h
Acceleration (0–100 km/h)9.9second
City fuel consumption per 100 km7litre
Highway fuel consumption per 100 km4.8litre
Mixed fuel consumption per 100 km5.6litre
Fuel tank capacity55litre
Emission standardEURO V
Cruising rangefrom 790 to 1 150km

Suspension & brakes

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

Gearbox & drivetrain

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

Real-world consumption (est.)

City8 litres / 100km
Highway5.5 litres / 100km
Average6.4 litres / 100km

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

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