What does 280tsi on the back of a Volkswagen car mean?

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CameronLynn
07/29/25 6:16pm
280 on the back of a Volkswagen car represents the approximate maximum torque of the engine, and TSI refers to the domestic engine. The following are detailed explanations about 280tsi: Domestic TSI engine: T stands for Turbo, meaning turbocharging, S refers to stratified, and I refers to injection. Generally, TSI technology is the combined application of turbocharging and stratified direct injection technology. Meaning of the number 280: 280 represents torque, with the maximum torque of the 14 model being 250NM. 280 is the approximate maximum torque of the engine. This Volkswagen engine is a high-power version of a 1.4-liter turbocharged engine. The advantages of this engine are mainly reflected in the use of an aluminum cylinder block with an iron liner, which reduces the weight of the engine, resulting in relatively better fuel economy and reduced fuel consumption due to the lightweight design. Additionally, turbocharging technology provides a more powerful performance.
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