"Volkswagen Scirocco": description, specifications, prices in Russia

2024 Author: Erin Ralphs | [email protected]. Last modified: 2024-02-19 11:42

Do you want to buy an inexpensive, but very attractive car that will please you with a sporty appearance and ease of driving? Take a look at the Volkswagen Scirocco, an excellent vehicle from one of the most popular German manufacturers. It is this car that will be discussed in this article.

Brief history of the model

The Volkswagen Scirocco is a hatchback with a sporty look. This car was created on an improved foundation of the equally popular Volkswagen Golf model. The vehicle got its name in honor of the wind that starts in the deserts of Morocco and brings freshness and warmth to European countries across the entire Mediterranean Sea.

The first generation of "Sirocco" appeared quite a long time ago - in 1974. The second generation of the German car took place 7 years later, in 1981. The car was produceduntil 1992, after which Volkswagen decided to suspend the production of this model. The revival of the Scirocco model took place in 2006, and two years later the concept car was demonstrated at the Paris Motor Show. Production of the third generation of Sirocco cars from Volkswagen began in 2008. On sale in Russia "Sirocco" appeared in 2009.

Exterior

The design of the model is strikingly different from the slightly bland appearance of the fifth generation Volkswagen Golf. Designers, designers, engineers - they all made every effort to create the incredible look of the Volkswagen Scirocco car. Changes began with a track increase, electronics changes, steering wheel adjustments, and a reliability system.

The length of the car has remained the same, but the width has increased to a mark of 1.81 meters, while its height is now only 1.4 meters. Because of this, a car from Volkswagen is often confused with the image of a sports coupe. Tri-mode adaptive chassis, massive rear spoiler, extended hood - all this makes the design of the German-made vehicle truly unique.

Interior

What does the Volkswagen Scirocco look like? The photos of the car presented in the article will give you a clear idea of the exterior of the vehicle. As for the interior, it is safe to say that the four-seat saloon will please even the mostdiscerning consumers. With all his appearance, he testifies to the sporting purpose of the model. The first thing that catches the eye is a small sports steering wheel with a "cut" bottom edge, a conveniently located short lever designed specifically for gear shifting, as well as low-mounted seats with a relief shape of the seats and backs.

Relatively small trunk, which capacity ranges from 292 to 755 liters, can expand in volume due to the fact that the rear seats of the vehicle fold down when necessary. In "Sirocco" special sports wheels of the first and second row are installed, which differ from the standard ones in the developed lumbar support. The shape of the headrests in the rear seats is also excellent.

Technical specifications "Volkswagen Scirocco"

It was decided to equip the third generation with one diesel and two petrol engines. Interestingly, the base gasoline engine, the volume of which reaches 1.4 liters, has three modifications that differ in power. Initially, two modifications of the gasoline engine with a capacity of 120 and 160 horsepower were available.

Since 2009, the Scirocco has received a 1.4-liter engine with BlueMotion technology. In addition, a complete set with a 2-liter turbocharged engine was available to consumers. The standard version of the model from the German concernreceived an engine with a capacity of 207 horsepower, while "Sirocco R" - 261 "horses". In 2008, it was possible to purchase a 2-liter turbodiesel model of a German car, the power of which was 140 horsepower. A year later, the engine was boosted to 170 horsepower.

The model with 1.4-liter engine is equipped with a 6-speed manual transmission, but the consumer can order a 7-speed robotic DSG if desired. Absolutely all 2-liter engines, both diesel and gasoline, received a 6-speed DSG robotic transmission.

Prices in Russia

Three generations of the Volkswagen Scirocco car are available on the territory of Russia, the reviews about them are all positive, and each of the generations simply does not have any significant advantage. If you wish to purchase this vehicle, you will need to part with an amount of approximately 1 million rubles.

Stylish, unique, sporty hatchback "Volkswagen Scirocco" is an excellent and inexpensive solution for those who want to travel in comfort. This car is sure to please even the most demanding and capricious consumers.