Space and power
One of the Superb's values is its extraordinary spaciousness. For example, the space for passengers' legs in the back seats is a comfortable 157mm and the volume of the luggage space is 565 litres with the seats upright. A range of engines are available, including the petrol four-cylinder 118TSI with a power output of 118kW (with a 7-speed DSG gearbox). It reaches a torque of 250Nm between 1500 and 4500 revs. It can accelerate from 0 to 100km/h in 8.5 seconds. The engine has a favourable combined consumption – 8.4L/100km.
TSI engine
Combined with the 7-speed DSG transmission, the latest 118TSI petrol engine helps create excellent fuel efficiency while delivering high torque at low revs (max 250Nm/1500-4500rpm) and a continuous, smooth surge of power. CO2 emissions are also reduced for a cleaner, more environmentally friendly drive.
TDI with 6-speed DSG
The 6-speed Direct Shift Gearbox (DSG) offers the control, low fuel consumption and sporty character of a manual gearbox, with all the comfort and convenience of an automatic. The 125TDI engine is another innovation from the Volkswagen Group that delivers impressively low fuel consumption while delivering dynamic power and high torque, providing a more pleasurable driving experience. And, the intuitive DSG and diesel engine combine to ensure the Superb TDI is easier on the environment, reducing CO2 emissions.
3.6 FSI
The top of the range drive unit for the Superb is a six-cylinder 3.6 FSI with a power output of 191kW. A 6-speed automatic dual-clutch DSG gearbox (Direct Shift Gearbox) links the benefits of mechanical and standard automatic transmissions, while the direct injection system enables a stratified fuel charge combustion for improved fuel efficiency, and reduced emission levels.
Automatic 7-speed DSG
Exclusively designed for the 118TSI engine, the 7-speed DSG transmission represents a unique new technology. With a seventh gear, DSG transmissions have even smoother shifting, therefore utilising the maximum potential of the engine's torque. Smooth yet fast gear changes create not only a pleasant driving experience behind the wheel, but also favourable fuel consumption. The essential component of the new 7-speed DSG is its 'dry' running clutch, which dispenses with the oil bath needed in conventional designs.
