The M270 and M274 engine are essentially the same engine. Two displacements are available, 1.6 and 2.0 liters, in various sates of tune. Power outputs range between 122 and 211 hp and 200 and 350 Nm (147 and 258 lb-ft) of torque. The M270 is arranged transversely in FWD vehicles, while the M274 is arranged longitudinally in RWD vehicles.

MODEL M270/M274 OE HP/NM KLEEMANN HP/NM

180 BE 1.6T 122/200 151/255
200 BE 1.6T 156/250 193/308
200 BE 2.0T 184/300 224/360
250 BE 2.0T 211/350 245/420