For This is a fine engine, refined and flexible with a progressive power delivery across the ful rev range. It also provides a fine blend of pace and economy.

Against You have to ask yourself if a diesel engine really suits a sports car like the Scirocco. The petrol engine, with its higher revs and more attractive exhaust note, seems to suit the car's character better.

Volkswagen Scirocco Coupe

What Car? says

4 out of 5 stars

Unless you really do the miles to make the improved fuel economy pay dividends, we can't see why you'd prefer this over the petrol car.

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4.461538
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Key facts

0–60mph
8.1 secs
Top speed
138 mph
Average mpg
55.4
Tank range
609 miles
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Buyer's notes

Target Price team says:

The Scirocco is a great purchase no matter what engine you opt for.

If you’re looking for performance, the 2.0 TSI has brilliant flexibility, ample grunt and very reasonable running costs.

Although the 1.4 TSI versions lack the outright pace of the bigger 2.0-litre model, they still offer the sharp handling and responsive dynamics that make the Scirocco a driver’s car.

The 2.0 TDI diesel engine is not what most would traditionally associate with a sports coupe, but (especially in Bluemotion form) it makes perfect sense if you want an affordable and comfortable cruiser that doesn’t sacrifice desirability and B-road ability.

The 2.0-litre models have the option of a six-speed semi-automatic DSG box in place of the standard six-speed manual, but it’ll set you back a four-figure sum and doesn’t add that much to the experience.

Resale values should be excellent and, although discounts are possible, don't expect them to be particularly huge.

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