VOLKSWAGEN SCIROCCO COUPE REVIEW

For The Scirocco has sharp lines and drives sweetly, with grippy handling, precise steering and fine engines. Rear space is OK and the prices are attractive.

Against The few drawbacks are limited to the cramped headroom in the rear seats and the dinky boot.

What Car? says

4 out of 5 stars

Sleeker and sportier than the Golf on which it's based, yet it's still surprisingly affordable. An absolute steal.

Reader review rating

4.461538

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Performance
4 out of 5 stars
Rapid pace, even from the 1.4
Ride & Handling
4 out of 5 stars
Supple ride, strong grip, crisp steering
Refinement
3 out of 5 stars
Smooth petrols, diesel is noisier
Buying & Owning
4 out of 5 stars
Well priced and a sound investment
Quality & Reliability
4 out of 5 stars
Excellent build; proven mechanicals
Safety & Security
5 out of 5 stars
Ticks all the boxes
Behind The Wheel
4 out of 5 stars
Elegant cabin is easy to navigate
Space & Practicality
3 out of 5 stars
Seats four, but boot space is limited
Equipment
3 out of 5 stars
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There are 7 Volkswagen Scirocco versions available

Volkswagen Scirocco Coupe 1.4 TSI 122 3dr	£20,065	What Car? says:4 stars out of 5
Volkswagen Scirocco Coupe 1.4 TSI 160 3dr	£21,875	What Car? says:4 stars out of 5
Volkswagen Scirocco Coupe 2.0 TDI 140 Bluemotion Tech 3dr	£22,655	What Car? says:4 stars out of 5
Volkswagen Scirocco Coupe 2.0 TDI 140 GT Bluemotion Tech 3dr	£24,010	What Car? says:4 stars out of 5
Volkswagen Scirocco Coupe 2.0 TDI 170 GT 3dr	£24,775	What Car? says:4 stars out of 5
Volkswagen Scirocco Coupe 2.0 TSI 210 GT 3dr	£24,960	What Car? says:4 stars out of 5
Volkswagen Scirocco Coupe 2.0 TSI 265 R 3dr	£30,060	What Car? says:4 stars out of 5

Volkswagen Scirocco Coupe 1.4 TSI 160 3dr

This is almost the cheapest Scirocco, but it's a great option – well specced and still offering the engaging dynamics that makes the car so good to drive. All it lacks is the outright pace and residuals of the bigger models.

What Car? says:4 stars out of 5

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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.