What kind of engine is in the 2017 VW Scirocco?
ENGINES. The Scirocco is available with a choice of four petrol and two diesel engines. These comprise a 1. TSI turbocharged petrol unit producing 125 PS; a 2. TSI turbocharged unit with 180 PS, 220 PS or 280 PS; and a 2. TDI turbodiesel unit with 150 or 184 PS. If you’re in the market for a well-built, practical coupe, then the Scirocco with its no-nonsense cabin and decently spacious boot is ideal. Admittedly, inside it’s a bit bland for a sports car, but a few years down the line everything should work and feel just like as it did the day it came out the factory.When you consider that the Scirocco is designed as a performance coupe, it’s emissions and fuel economy figures are fairly good. The 1. TSI engine emits 154g/km and averages 44mpg while the 2. TSI emits 179g/km and should return around 37mpg. The 140bhp diesel is the greenest choice though – it will do 55mpg.The average fuel consumption (claimed) amounts to 6. The 2. TSI Scirocco GTS with 162 kW is mated to a 6-speed DSG transmission which takes it to 100 km/h in just 6. It has a top speed of 246 km/h.
Are Scirocco engines good?
The engine selection is strong too, with punchy petrols and frugal diesels to choose from. All of them return competitive fuel consumption figures and are a joy to use. VW also offers the Scirocco with its quick-shifting DSG gearbox. Where the age of the Scirocco starts to show is in the handling department. The Scirocco’s cornering stance is also more throttle-adjustable, the rear edging out slightly (but predictably) where the GTI’s would have stayed resolutely put. The difference is slight and only discernible at the absolute limit, but ultimately it makes the Scirocco that bit more playful, that bit more fun.The Scirocco doesn’t feel like a car that wants to have fun. It endures corners and doesn’t dig in eagerly, feels a bit flat. The sweetest thing about it is the manual gearbox, which slips through the gate easily – even if it does largely operate on a diagonal.As the company restructures in the wake of its diesel-related naughtiness, less profitable models are being killed off. The Scirocco’s place in the range has been undermined by the success of the latest fast Golfs, which feel a lot more modern. It’s a shame. I liked the Scirocco from the first time I drove it in 2008.The Golf R has permanent four-wheel drive while the ‘Roc remains front-drive only, giving the hatch the edge over the coupe in the 0-62mph battle: the Golf will nail the sprint in 5. Scirocco takes a lethargic 6.
Is Scirocco R better than Golf R?
Conclusion. The only reason to really pick the Scirocco R over the Golf R is for the looks. Honestly, as much as we love its sure-footed handling and aggressive styling, you’d feel a little silly knowing you could have bought a faster car for the same money. The Golf R is a cruise missile. Work on a successor to the second-generation Scirocco didn’t quite go according to plan. The new car got so advanced and costly that VW decided to launch it in 1988 as a separate model called the Corrado; it was sold alongside the Scirocco II for three years until the Scirocco nameplate was discontinued in 1992.I was in college in 1990 when the Volkswagen Corrado was finally released as the replacement for the MkII Scirocco – and one of my quadmates had a very early one.The Scirocco was briefly joined but effectively replaced by the Corrado in the VW line-up, although this had been on sale since 1988 and was aimed further upmarket.
What is the fastest Scirocco?
Both the Scirocco R and Golf R models have a top speed of 155 mph. The GTI is a livelier and more fun to chuck into a tight corner, being front-wheel drive. The all-wheel drive Golf R, on the other hand, is more planted and delivers its power with precision, giving you more confidence around bends. Another factor petrolheads like to consider is the acceleration of these cars.
What is the life expectancy of a Scirocco?
The estimated lifespan of a volkswagen scirocco is 206,000 miles, before reaching the life expectancy upper limit. Factors such as ulez compliance and bhp are major when looking into a vehicle’s lifespan/life expectancy. Maintenance advice and tips for volkswagen scirocco in general, you need to change the timing belt kit of your scirocco every five years or every 74. To make sure, always check your owner’s manufacturer manual as well.