The 1.5 TSI is set to be the biggest seller, and we found it to be powerful enough with well-insulated engine noise unless pushed hard, at which point it becomes a bit coarse. In addition to the regular petrol range is a 48-volt mild-hybrid version of each of the petrols, badged eTSI, available only with a seven-speed dual-clutch DSG gearbox . Looking at a 2021 Jetta R-Line with the 6-speed manual transmission to use as a commuter car/daily driver. I’d like some opinions on the 1.4T engine. Thanks in advance. Not sure how these go in different continents but if it is EA211 engine family then it is reliable. Those have timing belt so no chain issues anymore. Volkswagen Golf 1.4 TSI 150 GT Edition 5dr. Dimensions. Length 4,255mm Width (including mirrors) 2,027mm Height 1,452mm Engine Capacity 1,395cc Engine Layout Front Transverse Engine Power Stock turbo limits on the 1.5TFSi as fitted to the 35 TFSi is around 190hp with the turbo running at around 1.68bars. The key in choosing a turbo for the EA211 is to get one that flows well at fairly low rpms. The 1.4 engines will not flow as much as a 2.0 for example, making many larger turbos feel quite laggy. I have a Skoda Octavia 1.4TSI (150 SEL) estate on a PCP (0%) which comes to an end in a couple of months, it has 40K on the clock on a 65 plate. Most of it’s mileage has been done on motorways Engine: Capacity: Change interval: Oil type: Scirocco 1.4 TSI (110 kW) 4 L (service fill) 30000 km/ 24 months: 0W-20, 5W-40, 0W-40, 5W-30: Scirocco 1.4 TSI (110 kW) 4 L (service fill) 30000 km/ 24 months: 0W-40, 5W-40, 5W-30: Scirocco 1.4 TSI (118 kW) 3,6 L (service fill) 15000 km/ 12 months: 0W-40, 5W-40, 5W-30: Scirocco 1.4 TSI (118 kW) 3,6 L On 07/07/2015 at 14:01, Bogwoppit said: I've driven a couple of mk3 Leon's with the 1.4 ACT 150ps engine in and it felt quick enough, the new superb 1.4 TSI DSG is 100kg heavier at 1350kg, so it will feel more sluggish. It might be worth taking a Leon for a test drive with some ballast (passengers) to give you an idea. Unlike the previous version, which was powered by a 130bhp 1.9 TDI unit, the new version gets the Volkswagen Group’s 1.4 TSI turbo and supercharged engine producing 178bhp and 184lb ft. Watch 2017 Volkswagen Jetta 1.4T Manual. Vehicle type: front-engine, front-wheel-drive, 5-passenger, 4-door sedan. PRICE AS TESTED. $21,715 (base price: $18,715) ENGINE TYPE. turbocharged and Engine a little coarse when worked hard though claimed economy is surprisingly good at 57.6mpg. The 1.4 TSI 150 petrol is a bit of a sweet spot in the range, offering a notable step up in NRM8.