What is the fuel tank capacity of the Scirocco?
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The fuel tank capacity of the Scirocco is 55 liters, as officially announced. The Scirocco requires 95-octane fuel, with a fuel consumption of 6.5L per 100 kilometers. A full tank can provide a driving range of approximately 846km. During daily driving, it is essential to monitor the remaining fuel level. This is typically done by observing the fuel gauge inside the vehicle. If there are no other issues, the fuel level will be accurately reflected on the gauge. The fuel gauge usually has 5 to 6 segments, and it is advisable to refuel when only 2 segments remain to avoid running out of fuel midway. During actual refueling, the amount of fuel may exceed the marked capacity. This is because the manufacturer's specified fuel tank capacity is measured from the bottom of the tank to a safe fill level, leaving some space between the safe fill level and the tank opening. This space ensures that the fuel can expand when temperatures rise without overflowing. If fuel is filled up to the tank opening during refueling, the actual amount of fuel added may exceed the marked capacity.
The Scirocco's fuel tank is 55 liters, and I remember this number particularly well because every time the fuel gauge hits the red light and I go to refuel, it's usually just over 50 liters to fill up. Once, before a long trip, I deliberately filled it up to test, and indeed, it can hold 55 liters. Just don't force it to the point where the pump clicks off; leave some room for fuel vapor. The tank's location is quite crucial—it's positioned in front of the rear axle, which reduces the risk of fire in case of a rear-end collision. Also, a heads-up: new cars might have air bubbles in the fuel pump, so don't panic if the fuel gauge is inaccurate after the first couple of refuels. It'll normalize after driving a few more times.
