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 5.7 seconds, while the Scirocco takes a lethargic 6.0 seconds.Nov 2, 2009
Is the Scirocco R reliable?
Being based on Golf parts, the VW Scirocco has always had a decent reliability record. Most reports concern rattles and squeaks from the boot and windows - the latter are the hardest to fix. There has also been an issue with the boot mechanism on early cars, because the gas-filled support struts can fail.
Whats the difference between a Golf and a Scirocco?
The Scirocco is the sporty cousin of the Golf, offering a similar ethos and package, but with added performance and a little less practicality The Volkswagen Scirocco coupé offers many qualities of the Golf hatchback, but with a sporting flair.
What car can beat a Golf R?
If you've ever considered buying either a Ford Focus or Golf R, you've got to see this video. It's a half-mile drag race between two evenly-matched vehicles: the Ford Focus RS and the Volkswagen Golf R. The Ford Focus overpowers the Golf R by about 50-horsepower and 60lb-ft of torque, but it's also a bit heavier.
Is Scirocco R faster than Golf R?
At speed, the Golf R and Scirocco R have that dependable, sturdy VW feel. They handle well, even when you push hard. Clearly the Golf R is faster, though, more powerful and more capable of putting that power down in a variety of conditions. It therefore wins another point.
Is the Scirocco R good?
While the regular 197bhp model is no slouch, the new Scirocco R is in a different league. The storming Scirocco R is hugely talented and oozes desirability, and whets our appetite for the even more powerful all-wheel-drive Golf R that's on the way. Batten down the hatches the most powerful Scirocco yet has blownin!
Which Scirocco is the fastest?
Scirocco R
Is VW Scirocco R rare?
It's properly stylish, mega fast and won't be referred to as “vile” by the fairer sex (poor Focus ST). The Scirocco R is also quite a rare sight on our roads, which is great if you want to stand out from blokey in his Golf GTi.
Can you import a VW Scirocco to the US?
Unfortunately, because of outdated legislation you can't just import what ever car you want unless it is 25-years-old. The Volkswagen Scirocco is such an obvious choice for a car that should come to the US. The car is underpinned by same platform as the Golf, but is styled to be sportier with a lower roofline.Aug 2, 2016
Why isn't the Scirocco in the US?
Back in 2007, the VW America vice president, Adrian Hallmark, gave a pretty solid reason to keep Scirocco out of the U.S. he believed the Scirocco would negatively impact Golf GTI sales. A dramatic drop in the value of the dollar could ruin the profitability of the European-manufactured Scirocco.
Are VW still making Scirocco?
Volkswagen has confirmed that the Scirocco is dead. The nimble compact coupe, which we really liked, has already ceased production even as you read this. As the company restructures in the wake of its diesel-related naughtiness, less profitable models are being killed off.
What is Scirocco R?
The Volkswagen Scirocco R Line is a brilliant all-rounder in terms of looks, efficiency and performance. The long-in-the-tooth Volkswagen Scirocco is still up for the scrap though, and offers good value, decent performance and looks though. Especially if you specify the R Line version.
Is the Scirocco R fast?
Is it fast? Yes. Very. The Scirocco R's blown 2.0-litre engine generates a whopping 261bhp and 258lb ft of torque.