The redesigned models have received a fresh radiator grille and new headlights that have been widened, in order to emphasize the horizontal line of the front end design. In addition to that, the range has also received new alloy rims and a wider range of exterior colors.
The revised engine line-up includes three diesel units: a 75 HP 1.2 liter TDI, a new 1.6 liter TDI that develops 90 HP and a more powerful version of the engine delivering 105 HP. All these use common-rail injection and are equipped with a Diesel Particulate Filter. Customers who want a petrol-powered version can choose from a 60HP 1.2 liter (not available on the Roomster), a 70HP 1.2 liter, an 86HP 1.4 liter, an 86 HP 1.2 TSI, a 105 HP 1.6 liter and a 105 HP 1.2 TSI. All the engines comply with EU5 emission standards.
The addition of the downsized TSI and TDI engines offers the advantage of an improved fuel consumption and reduced CO2 emissions. For example, the 105HP 1.2 TSI mated to the seven speed dual clutch DSG gearbox returns a fuel economy figure of 44.3 mpg (53.3 UK mpg) and only emits 123 grams of CO2 per kilometer, a 56 grams reduction as compared to the model it is replacing - the 105HP 1.6 unit mated to the Tiptronic automatic gearbox.
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