Volkswagen Scirocco GT 2.0 TDI (170ps) 3dr Car Review - March 2012

REVIEW
List Price: £25,730
Tax Band: E
Insurance Group: 26
MPG: 55.4
CO2: 134
0-62 Mph: 8.1 secs
BHP: 168 BHP
Range: 670 miles
CarSite Verdict:  4/5
This car lacks an exciting range of features that one might expect with a sporty coupe at this price. However, the fuel efficiency is certainly an attraction with this car and the CO2 emissions are fairly low too.

PROS:  Drivers will benefit from superb fuel efficiency and this car has gained the maximum five-star rating from NCAP, making it a safe and reliable car.

CONS:  Some of the equipment you might expect in a sporty coupe is lacking.

Behind the Wheel

The coupe has an impressive top speed of 138 mph and can reach 0-62 mph in 8.1 seconds. The power output of this car is 168 bhp (170 ps) and has torque figures of 258 lb-ft at 1750-2500 rpm.

Looks & Equipment

The exterior of the car is enhanced with alloy wheels as a standard component and drivers can add to the design by adding an optional extra of metallic paint for £465.

The coupe comes with climate control and electric door mirrors and electric front windows are also standard features. Leather seating is standard with this vehicle as well.

Cruise control comes at cost of £235. Rear parking sensors are not standard with this model but can be bought for £365.

The in-car entertainment comes fitted with a CD player and MP3 connectivity. Bluetooth is also a standard feature. Satellite navigation is available as a cost option and can be fitted for £1,335.

Practicality, Safety & Reliability

An alarm is fitted as with this model, with central locking also provided as standard.

The coupe is fitted with a driver, passenger and front side airbags as standard and in terms of reliability, this car is covered under warranty for three years and up to 60,000 miles.

The coupe is not the most spacious of cars, but still has room for four passengers, with three door access. It is not a car designed for families, but the boot space is still quite generous with 312 litres when the rear seats are up and 1006 litres when the rear seats are folded down.

Value for Money

This sporty model can be bought for £24,520. It is fairly fast and the diesel engine is powerful, yet it is also very cheap to run as its fuel consumption is highly efficient. The coupe delivers an average of 55.4 mpg and with 134 g/km of CO2 emissions, which is fairly low.

Although it comes with a great kit, it still misses out on some features that might be expected as standard for this price of car, such as cruise control, although it does come with some luxuries including leather seats.

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