What does it cost?
For The VW 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
Sleeker and sportier than your average hatchback, and more practical than your average Coupe. It's surprisingly affordable, too, so the VW Scirocco is an absolute steal.
What Car? readers say
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There are 10 Volkswagen Scirocco versions available
Buyer's notes
Target Price team says:
The Volkswagen 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 reasonable running costs.
Although the 1.4 TSI versions lack the outright pace of the bigger 2.0-litre model, they still offer enough to let you enjoy the sharp handling and responsive dynamics that make the Scirocco a great driver’s car.
The 2.0 diesel engines (with either 138 or 168bhp) aren’t what most would traditionally associate with a sports coupe, but it makes perfect sense if you want an affordable and comfortable cruiser.
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.
Reader test team says:
Volkswagen Scirocco Coupe 2.0 TDI 140 GT 3dr
Previously had a Volvo C30 and loved it but this is a class above. I am on my second one now, changing after 12 months from a midnight blue to the…
5
out of 5 stars
Volkswagen Scirocco Coupe 2.0 TDI 170 GT 3dr
Just picked up my 4 month old Rising Blue VW pre Registered car last week. I opted for the DSG semi Auto Gearbox and I am so far very impressed.…
4
out of 5 stars
Volkswagen Scirocco Coupe 2.0 TSI 265 R 3dr
I've ownes an R for the last four months and have been blown away by it. I ordered mine in Rising Blue, with 19" wheels and panoramic sun roof. The…
5
out of 5 stars
Volkswagen Scirocco Coupe 2.0 TSI 210 GT 3dr
I've owned 18 cars over the years and this one is in a class of its own. It has 210bhp which is not a massive amount of power, however I've driven…
5
out of 5 stars
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Volkswagen Scirocco Coupe 1.4 TSI 160 3dr
The VW Scirocco 1.4 TSI 160 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.
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