Scirocco Mk3
IROC Concept
VW launched the Iroc concept car on August 24th 2006. Utilizing the Eos chassis and modern VW engines, it was a working prototype of the New Scirocco.
Mk3 “Scirocco Edition”
The ‘Scirocco Edition’ was launched into the German VW range during October 2010. This special run model features 18-inch “Chicago” polished alloy wheels shod with 235/40 R18 tyres. Green heat insulating glass is a standard feature. All petrol and diesel motors, excluding the 265 PS Scirocco R engine, can be specified in the “Edition”.
Unique “Edition” seat covers in cloth with Alcantara. Handbrake and gear lever gaiters are leather.
Leather trimmed steering wheel, piano black air vents and fine line decorated aluminium inlays. The radio system is an RCD 310 with 8 speakers, CD player, MP3 playback capability, multimedia socket MEDIA-IN and the dual tuner for perfect radio reception.
The standard fitment electrically operated panoramic tinted glass sunroof comes with a fabric sunshade.
Dark red tail lights and “Edition” sill plates. An optional sports pack adds 65% light absorbing darkened side rear and tailgate glass, front fog lights and stainless steel pedals.
Mk3 Scirocco GT
Official VW pics of the New Scirocco.
The New Scirocco was launched in Germany and the UK on September 1st 2008. Initially the UK car was only available with the 2.0 TSI engine and was sold as the Scirocco GT. The 1.4 TSI and a diesel version come to the range the following year.
At launch, the Scirocco was available in these colours:
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Mk3 Scirocco GT24
Volkswagen presented the racing version of the Scirocco GT24 at Wörthersee 2008. It draws its 325 PS power from only two litres displacement: the 16-valve direct injection engine with a turbocharger and intercooler delivers its maximum torque of 340 Newton metres beginning from only 2,100 rpm. Gear changes are executed by a dual clutch gearbox (DSG), delivering drive to the front wheels.
The GT24 is 75mm lower than the road going Scirocco. Race spec 6 piston callipers combines with 362mm front and 255mm rear discs bring the beast to a stop. Wider track accounts for the racing Scirocco being 61mm wider than the production model. It also sheds 178kg in stripped out and lightened spec.
VW Motorsport also race prepared a GT24 CNG. This Scirocco was powered by a 2.0-litre turbo engine fueled by ‘eco-friendly’ compressed natural gas delivering nearly 300 hp.
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Mk3 Scirocco R
Approximately one year after the market launch of the third Scirocco generation, Volkswagen presented the most powerful series built Scirocco ever made. Its charged four-cylinder 2.0 l TSI is impressive with an output of 195 kW / 265 PS and 350 Newton metres of torque – the dynamic effect is just as striking as the running gear which provides optimal traction characteristics thanks to, amongst other things, the new front axle differential lock XDS.
The design of the Scirocco R is largely based on the Scirocco GT24, which was designed for motor sports: there are large air intake openings in the front bumper which the engineers used to achieve optimal cooling for the engine and the brakes, and an integrated front spoiler as well as the bi-xenon headlights. At the rear end, the roof edge spoiler, which is much larger than on the standard model, a striking shining black diffuser and the chrome tailpipes of the dual exhaust system dominate the design. The side view of the vehicle is characterised by the powerful sill panels as well as the specially-designed 18″ Talladega alloy wheels.
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Mk3 Scirocco R-Line
The R-Line is a series of upgrade packages for the Scirocco. These include different bumpers and side skirts, tailgate spoiler, darkened tail lights and ‘Mallory’ alloy wheels. R-Line logos adorn the front wings.
Inside, R-Line seats, steering wheel, sill plates and dash inserts differ from standard Scirocco spec.
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Mk3 Scirocco Team
The ‘Scirocco Team’ is a special edition Mk3 that is part of a range of Volkswagens promoting Germanys national football team in the 2010 World Cup in South Africa. The ‘Team’ has the usual range of engine and colour options. ‘Long beach’ 7J x 17″ alloy wheels with 225/45 R 17 tyres are standard.
The ‘Park Pilot’ audible reverse warning system is standard equipment.
The ‘TEAM’ logo is either silver or anthracite depending on body colour.
Seat coverings are available in Titanium black or Titanium black with denim inserts.
An RCD 310 8 speaker sound system is standard. As are headlight washers, front fog lights, 65% tint rear side glass, A/C, front arm rest, leather trimmed steering wheel, gear knob and handbrake lever.
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Mk3 Scirocco Studie R
Volkswagen AG Press Release:
It was a triumphant drive: in May 2008, three Scirocco GT24 cars lined up at the start of the 24-hour endurance race on the Nürburgring track. At the wheel: driving legends the likes of Hans-Joachim Stuck and Carlos Sainz. The teams drove two 238 kW / 325 PS strong race cars to a dual victory at the finish line, first and second in their class. Now Volkswagen is presenting a street version of the race car at the Bologna Motor Show: the Scirocco Studie R. A genuine Grand Tourismo with a 198 kW / 270 PS engine that delivers aggressive propulsive power. This power is distributed by a 6-speed dual clutch transmission. Adapted directly from car racing are the coilovers, the four-piston brake calipers and a sound-optimized exhaust system with its oval, polished tailpipes.
Visually, in many respects the concept emulates the race car version. Take the front end, for example: here the design adheres to the motto “Form follows function”; it features three large air inlet openings that guarantee optimal cooling of the brakes and engine. The front splitter that was added minimizes aerodynamic lift of the front axle. Also adopted from the racing version is the engine hood with its auxiliary air vents.
The rear end is dominated by an integrated rear wing and distinctive diffuser in the lower section of the bumper. These two components reduce lift at the rear axle substantially. Despite the aerodynamic design derived from car racing, a clear stylistic resemblance to the production Scirocco was preserved. Identifying characteristics of its side profile are the new side skirts and polished 19-inch alloy wheels with five sets of triple spokes. The wheels were specially developed for the Scirocco Studie R.
The radiator screen, diffuser and underside of the rear spoiler are treated in high-gloss black, and this provides a strong contrast to the white exterior paint. Supplemented by a “Bologna 08” badge, red and green stylistic elements on a white background create an Italian tricolor. The outside mirrors are also coordinated with this color scheme.
Italy’s national colors are also represented in the interior. White and black create the basic theme, similar to the exterior car color. The seams of the Recaro racing shell seats, steering wheel, front armrest, gearshift lever trim and floor mat edging are designed in the colors of the tricolor. Inside, nappa leather in “Deep black” and “Berry white” is applied to the uncompromisingly designed racing shell seat. The shell seats are upholstered with a deep black leather in carbon look. An eye-catching feature here is the conspicuous yet refined contrast of low and high-gloss elements of the carbon structure. Interior accents also consist of genuine carbon composites. The footwell features aluminum pedals specially designed for this vehicle.
Bologna 08 sill plates.
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Mk3 Scirocco Collectors Edition
Limited to only 100 examples, the Scirocco Collectors edition came only in Oryx White. Power came from the 2.0L TSI engine linked to the DSG gearbox. Bi-xenon headlights were standard.
The 19″ polished alloys were exclusive to the Collectors Edition.
Standard ‘Berry white’ leather seat and door inserts. The Radio-Navigation System RNS 510 includes Dynaudio.
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Mk3 Scirocco Van
The Scirocco Van, part of the Danish VW range. All engine and trim options of the regular Scirocco are available for the van.
The rear seat is replaced with a flat load area of 1.4 cubic meters.
Tubular steel bars with clear acrylic panels offer the driver and passenger protection from shifting loads.
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