1987 Volkswagen Scirocco 16V
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- Photo: 1988 Volkswagen Scirocco Slegato Edition in Gambia Red, Front Right, 08-14-2022 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: VW Scirocco GTX, Bj. 1984, front (2009-05-01) by Lothar Spurzem, CC BY-SA 2.0 de, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Volkswagen Scirocco GTS 1 by Calreyn88, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1987 Volkswagen Scirocco GTX by Calreyn88, CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1988 Volkswagen Scirocco GTX-16V rear by TTTNIS, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 1987 Volkswagen Scirocco 16V is a 123-hp 1.8-liter inline-4 with a 5-speed manual and front-wheel drive. It starts at $13,820 MSRP and is rated at 23 mpg combined.
It makes 123 horsepower at 5,800 rpm and 120 lb-ft of torque at 4250 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 21 mpg city and 26 mpg highway (23 mpg combined).
The Scirocco measures 165.0 inches long on a 94.4-inch wheelbase.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Hatchback |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $13,820 ($39,538 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 1.8L DOHC I4 16V (PL) |
| Displacement | 1.8 L |
| Horsepower | 123 hp @ 5,800 rpm |
| Torque | 120 lb-ft @ 4250 rpm |
| Valvetrain | DOHC, 16-valve |
| Bore and Stroke | 81 x 86.4 |
| Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 |
| Injection Type | Fuel injection |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | Front-wheel drive |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 21 MPG |
| Highway | 26 MPG |
| Combined | 23 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular unleaded |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 14-inch aluminum alloy |
| Wheels Rear | 14-inch aluminum alloy |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 165 in |
| Width | 63 in |
| Height | 51 in |
| Wheelbase | 94.4 in |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 36 in |
| Headroom Rear | 34 in |
| Legroom Front | 42 in |
| Legroom Rear | 25 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 52 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 52 in |
| Hip Room Front | 51 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 51 in |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 1987 Volkswagen Scirocco 16V 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
2 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1987 Volkswagen SCIROCCO. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Nov 18, 1991 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
A CRACK CAN DEVELOP IN THE FUEL TANK ADJACENT TO A SEAM WELD IN THE REAR OF THE TANK.
Consequence: FUEL CAN LEAK FROM THE CRACKED FUEL TANK WHICH COULDCATCH FIRE IN THE PRESENCE OF A SOURCE OF IGNITION.
Remedy: CHECK VEHICLE WITH A SPECIALLY DESIGNED TOOL FOR THE PRESENCE OF A FUEL TANK CRACK, AND REPLACE FUEL TANK IF DEFECT IS FOUND.
NHTSA campaign 91V201000
Apr 14, 1987 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
FUEL PUMP, LOCATED INSIDE FUEL TANK, COULD SEIZE DURING HIGH AMBIENT TEMPERATURES BECAUSE OF AN EXTREME FINE MESH FUEL FILTER RESTRICTING THE FUEL FLOW.
Consequence: FUEL SUPPLY TO ENGINE WOULD BE PARTIALLY INTERRUPTED,RESULTING IN STALLING.
Remedy: INSTALL A MODIFIED FUEL PUMP AND FILTER.
NHTSA campaign 87V053000
9 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1987 Volkswagen SCIROCCO
Owner Complaints
9 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1987 Volkswagen SCIROCCO. See all on nhtsa.gov
| Fuel System | 6 |
| Gasoline | 6 |
| Power Train | 5 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 1987 VOLKSWAGEN SCIROCCO. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.