1975 Volkswagen Scirocco Auto
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- Photo: 1976 Volkswagen Scirocco 1.5 LS front by Rutger van der Maar, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Volkswagen Scirocco 1588cc registered August 1981 by Charles01, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Classic Days 2019, Berlin (CDB90106) by Matti Blume, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Volkswagen Scirocco I (post facelift) in (almost) profile arriving at Schaffen-Diest by Charles01, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1976 Volkswagen Scirocco 1.5 LS rear by Rutger van der Maar, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco Auto is a 70-hp 1.5-liter inline-4 with a 3-speed automatic and front-wheel drive.
It makes 70 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 81 lb-ft of torque at 3500 rpm.
The Scirocco measures 155.7 inches long on a 94.5-inch wheelbase.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Hatchback |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | EA827 1.5L SOHC I4, naturally aspirated |
| Displacement | 1.5 L |
| Horsepower | 70 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 81 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm |
| Valvetrain | SOHC, 2 valves per cylinder, timing belt |
| Bore and Stroke | 76.5 x 80 |
| Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 |
| Injection Type | Two-stage downdraft carburetor, automatic choke |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | FWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 3-speed automatic |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Independent coil/shock absorber struts, lower triangular control arms, negative steering roll radius |
| Rear Suspension | Independent stabilizer axle, coil/shock absorber struts |
| Rear Stabilizer Bar | Yes |
| Turning Diameter | 32.2 ft |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | Power-assisted disc |
| Rear Brake Disc | Drum |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 5J x 13 |
| Wheels Rear | 5J x 13 |
| Tires Front | 175/70 SR13 |
| Tires Rear | 175/70 SR13 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 155.7 in |
| Width | 64 in |
| Height | 51.5 in |
| Wheelbase | 94.5 in |
| Front Track | 54.7 in |
| Rear Track | 53.1 in |
| Ground Clearance | 5.3 in |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco Auto with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.
Recalls
6 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1975 Volkswagen SCIROCCO. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Nov 9, 1983 · SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
BRAKE LINES INSTALLED UNDERNEATH THE CARPETING IN THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT MAY RUST DUE TO THE ENTRY OF WATER AND ROAD SALT. IF RUSTING REMAINS UNCHECKED, IT PRODUCES LEAKS IN THE LINES AND BRAKE FLUID MAY BE LOST.
Remedy: THE DEALER WILL INSPECT AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE INTERIOR BRAKE LINES AT NO COST TO OWNER. OWNERS ARE ALSO ADVISED THAT ALL BRAKE LINES SHOULD BE INSPECTED AT TWO-YEAR INTERVALS.
NHTSA campaign 83V116000
Mar 26, 1980 · STRUCTURE:BODY
ON SOME VEHICLES, THE FENDER OPENING THROUGH WHICH THE ANTENNA CABLE IS ROUTED MAY NOT BE PROPERLY SEALED. AS A RESULT, SPLASHED WATER FROM THE TIRES COULD ENTER PASSENGER COMPARTMENT THROUGH THE OPENING, ENTER THE FUSE RELAY BOARD AND CAUSE CORROSION OF THE TERMINALS. ALSO, BECAUSE WATER IS A GOOD CONDUCTOR OF ELECTRICITY, THE STARTER CAN BE ACTIVATED ACCIDENTALLY; THE HIGH FLOW OF ELECTRICITY MAY EXHAUST THE BATTERY WITHIN A SHORT PERIOD OF TIME. THUS RESTARTING THE ENGINE WOULD BECOME IMPOSSIBLE AND PARKING LIGHTS AND EMERGENCY FLASHERS WOULD BECOME INOPERATIVE.
Remedy: DEALER WILL INSPECT AND, IF NECESSARY, SEAL THE RADIO ANTENNA HOLES AND REPLACE CORRODED COMPONENTS WITHOUT CHARGE TO OWNER..
NHTSA campaign 80V035000
May 17, 1979 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY:RELAY
DUE TO AN IMPROPERLY SEALED ANTENNA MOUNTING HOLE, WATER COULD SEAP INTO THE FUSE RELAY BOARD. THE WATER ENTERING THE FUSE RELAY BOARD ACTS AS A CONDUCTOR OF CURRENT, THEREBY CHARGING THE STARTER.
Remedy: THE DEALER WILL SEAL ALL RADIO ANTENNA CABLE HOLES. IN ADDITION, ELECTRICAL PARTS OF THE RELAY/FUSE BOARD WILL BE CHECKED AND REPLACED IN THE CASE OF CORROSION.
NHTSA campaign 79V120000
Dec 30, 1977 · STEERING:GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION)
ON THE INVOLVED VEHICLES, THE ROLLER BEARING INSIDE THE STEERING GEAR BOX COULD BECOME DISLOCATED. THIS COULD CAUSE LOOSENESS AND EXCESSIVE PLAY IN THE STEERING SYSTEM.
Remedy: DEALER WILL INSTALL A LOCK PLATE TO ENSURE THAT THE ROLLER BEARING STAYS IN ITS DESIGNED POSITION, WITHOUT CHARGE TO OWNER.
NHTSA campaign 77V246000
Dec 30, 1977 · VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CABLES
THE ACCELERATOR CABLE ASSEMBLY IN THE INVOLVED VEHICLES COULD FAIL PREMATURELY UNDER CERTAIN OPERATING CONDITIONS. THIS WOULD EITHER PREVENT THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL FROM RETURNING TO THE IDLE POSITION OR CAUSE A LOSS OF ADEQUATE ENGINE POWER.
Remedy: DEALER WILL INSPECT AND, IF NECESSARY, INSTALL A NEW ACCELERATOR CABLE, WITHOUT CHARGE TO OWNER.
NHTSA campaign 77V245000
Nov 22, 1974 · SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES
NHTSA campaign 74V229000
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 1975 VOLKSWAGEN SCIROCCO. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.