VW Scirocco III

Volkswagen
VW Scirocco (2008-2014)
Scirocco (type 13)
Sales designation:	Scirocco
Production period:	2008-2017
Class :	Compact class
Body versions :	Combi coupe
Engines:	Otto engines : 1.4–2.0 liters (90–206 kW) Diesel engines : 2.0 liters (103–135 kW)
Length:	4256 mm
Width:	1810 mm
Height:	1398-1406 mm
Wheelbase :	2578 mm
Empty weight :	1280-1439 kg

The VW Scirocco III is a 2 + 2-seater estate coupé with front-wheel drive , which was first presented to the public in spring 2008 at the Geneva Motor Show, has been available since August 2008 and is based on the platform of the VW Golf VI . The VW internal designation is "Type 13". Like the VW Eos , it was produced by Volkswagen Autoeuropa in Palmela , Portugal , where the VW Sharan , the Seat Alhambra and the VW T-Roc are also built.

The Scirocco III replaced the Corrado , which expired in the summer of 1995, and was voted “Car of the Year 2008” by Top Gear Magazine . Production ceased with the 2017 model year.

Body and design

Stars in the Euro NCAP - Crash Test

The third generation of the Scirocco was first presented in its current form as a design study and concept vehicle with the name VW Iroc on August 24, 2006 in Berlin.

The name "Iroc" should establish the relationship to the name of "Sc Iroc co". Most of the exterior design elements and features of the body were carried over to the production version and were created by the German former VW designer Murat Günak . Among other things, he was also responsible for the design of the VW Golf V , VW Eos and VW Tiguan .

The design of the front of the Scirocco's body is noticeable, among other things, by the large air inlets on the front bumper, the distinctive honeycomb structure on the air inlet grille and the silhouette of the bonnet - together with the black radiator protection louvres (these are painted black on the "R" model), they give the sports coupé a so-called "evil eye". This impression is reinforced by the headlight housings that seamlessly merge into the louvres of the radiator grille. The Volkswagen emblem is embedded flat in the bonnet. The sideline rises while the roofline slopes backwards.

The body of the Scirocco is galvanized to protect against corrosion and thus largely protected against rust. However, the tailgate can show signs of rust.

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  Rear view

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  Side view with panoramic roof

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  VW Scirocco Team (2010)

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  cockpit

technology

Technically, the third generation Scirocco is based on the PQ35 platform with transverse engine introduced by VW with the Golf V , which is also used in the Golf VI . The interior of the new Scirocco has been adopted almost unchanged from the VW Eos for cost reasons and upgraded with aluminum look elements.

Furnishing

Standard features include 17 "alloy wheels, leather steering wheel and handbrake lever, height-adjustable sports seats, power windows, air conditioning, brake assist , six airbags , speed-dependent power steering and vehicle dynamics control (ESP). The ESP can seem to be deactivated with a button, but it still stays in Background activated in another sportier mode.

Special features include the rear sports bench seat with the character of a single seat and integral headrests, which can also be folded down as standard, as well as the concealed B-pillar , which is intended to make the vehicle look more stretched and sportier.

The ParkPilot, available on request, warns of obstacles when parking with acoustic signals: the closer the vehicle gets to an obstacle, the higher the audio frequency. In addition to acoustic signals, the image from the “Rear Assist” reversing camera is reproduced realistically on the radio display . The clear view behind the vehicle enables easy parking despite the wide C-pillars and small rear windows. Thanks to the high-resolution and detailed display, even small obstacles such as curbs can be clearly identified (both of which are optional extras).

Model variants

• Scirocco "Sport" ("basic version")
  since 08/2008. Available with 103 kW (140 PS) TDI diesel engine and since spring 2009 also with 125 kW (170 PS).
• Scirocco "Collectors Edition"
  Since Dec. 2008 / Jan. 2009. Limited special series with 100 pieces, paintwork in “Oryx White”, white leather upholstery in “Berry White”, 19-inch light alloy wheels with a polished surface reserved for the special model, radio navigation system, the electric panoramic tilting roof and xenon headlights . Only available with a 147 kW (200 PS) TSI engine.
• Scirocco "R Facelift"
  Since mid-2014, the top model has had a facelift variant with special equipment compared to its "R" predecessor. The two-liter TSI engine with 206 kW (280 PS) and 360 Nm serves as the drive.
• Scirocco "R"
  The top model in the range since the end of October 2009. Special equipment compared to the standard model, tailored for the R-Edition. The two-liter TSI engine with 195 kW (265 hp) and 350 Nm serves as the drive.
• Scirocco "Blue Motion" :
  Presentation at the IAA 2009. With special exhaust technology, transmission and engine tuning lead to better consumption values.
• Scirocco "TEAM"
  since January 2010. Special equipment with radio navigation system, air conditioning, cruise control, multifunction leather steering wheel and a price advantage compared to a comparable basic model.
• Scirocco "EDITION" :
  Since October 2010. Special equipment features compared to the standard model, no price difference compared to the comparable basic model.
• Scirocco "MATCH"
  since November 2011. Extended equipment as part of the Volkswagen Match campaign with special optional equipment packages such as the "Design Package" and "Match Plus Package" as well as special seat covers in a fabric / leather combination, a significant price advantage compared to this comparably equipped basic models.
• Scirocco “LIFE”
  since December 2012. Replaces the “MATCH” special model, “Spokane” 8J × 17 alloy wheels, bi-xenon headlights, “Elliptic for instrument panel” inlays, aluminum door sills with “LIFE” lettering, ParkPilot, Climatronic, Radio RCD 310, rear side windows and rear window darkened (65% light-absorbing), winter package, MFA plus and optional "LIFE-Plus package".
• Scirocco "GTS" (2012–2015)
  From autumn 2012 to April 2015. The GTS is a " homage " to the Scirocco II GTS from 1982. Black and red stripes on the roof as well as the bonnet and boot lid, "Thunder" 8 J × alloy wheels 18 in black; High-sheen surface, side sill extensions in body color in "R" styling, "Black Peak" inlays for instrument panel, gear lever knob in golf ball look, radio / CD "RCD 310", electric panoramic tilting roof.
• Scirocco "GTS" (2015-)
  from May 2015 (model year 2016) until today. The GTS (facelift) receives a new equipment variant. The 2.0 l 162 kW (220 PS) TSI engine is only available for this variant. The stripes on the roof as well as the bonnet and boot lid are optional, "Norwich" alloy wheels (18 inches) in black / silver; Surface with a high-sheen finish, red painted brake calipers, side sill extensions in body color in "R" styling, exclusive GTS interior with black equipment features, red stitching and golf ball gear knob, radio / CD "Composition Color", optional electric panoramic tilting roof.
• Scirocco "CLUB"
  June - October 2015, eye-catching colors (e.g. bright yellow pearl effect), special equipment for the "standard" Scirocco, contrasting seams in body color on the seats and steering wheel, 122 - 180 hp engine variants.
• Scirocco "ALLSTAR"
  since December 2015.
• Scirocco "SOUND"
  since December 2016.

Facelift

In April 2014 the Scirocco underwent a facelift.

Externally, it can be recognized by the modified front and revised rear lights. In addition, the entire range of engines was geared towards greater performance and efficiency.

The VW logo on the rear was now used to open the trunk.

Production was stopped in summer 2017.

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  VW Scirocco (2014-2017)

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  Rear view

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  VW Scirocco R (2014-2017)

safety

The VW Scirocco reached the Euro-NCAP - Crash Test 2009 five stars in years. The Scirocco also has an extensive airbag system as standard: one airbag each for the driver and front passenger with front passenger airbag deactivation, a head airbag system for the passengers in both rows of seats and side airbags at the front. The airbags are triggered by crash sensors: if an impact is registered, the airbag control unit ignites the gas generator, which inflates the airbags within 30 to 40 milliseconds.

The Electronic Stabilization Program (ESP) , which is also included as standard, helps prevent the vehicle from swerving in critical driving situations by specifically intervening in the brake and engine management. The vehicle thus achieves maximum directional stability even in critical situations. The system can also be switched off if necessary, although it still remains activated in the background for safety in a more severe and sporty mode.

Thanks to the standard "hill start assistant", you can start off easily and safely even on steep inclines.

A system is also available for a surcharge, which registers signs of drowsiness in the driver, including deviating from normal steering behavior, and recommends taking a break via optical and acoustic signals.

The “Plus” anti- theft alarm system, which is also subject to a surcharge, has interior monitoring including an electronic immobilizer and towing protection in the interior light module of the headliner .

Engines

TSI

See also : TSI (engine technology)

Only two petrol engines were initially available for the Scirocco III: a 1.4-liter TSI with 118 kW (160 PS) and the 2.0-liter TSI with 147 kW (200 PS). The combination of direct petrol injection (TSI) and intelligent engine charging allows petrol engines with TSI technology to work particularly effectively: They are intended to combine advantages such as high performance and low consumption. In addition, these newer TSI engines from VW are based on a new basic design whose camshafts are driven via a timing chain instead of a toothed belt and which have an oil pump with a regulated volume flow.

1.4 TSI

The 1.4 liter TSI engine is double charged (“twin charger”) - at low speeds a compressor provides pressure and at higher speeds a turbocharger . This charging system has so far not been widely used except in ship propulsion systems. The engine thus delivers 118 kW (160 hp) and achieves a torque of 240 Nm, which is available from 1500 rpm and remains constant up to 4500 rpm. Therefore, according to Auto Bild , the 1.4-liter TSI hangs “impressively confidently on the accelerator and can be accelerated smoothly from the lowest engine speeds”.

How the system called “Twincharger” by VW works : The regulated boost pressure of the compressor is available from the engine's idling speed until an exhaust gas turbocharger supports the charging of the engine from around 2000 rpm , in order to completely take over the boost pressure from around 3500 rpm . The compressor is then switched off via a magnetic clutch .

With this technology, the major disadvantages of the two loaders are eliminated:

• The “ turbo lag ” of the exhaust gas turbocharger is bridged by the compressor.
• At higher speeds, the compressor is disconnected from the crankshaft and no longer draws any power from the engine.

This combined supercharging of a gasoline engine by means of a compressor and turbocharger was already used in a similar form in the 200 series vehicles of the Group B rally vehicle Lancia Delta S4 in the 1980s .

In autumn 2008, the entry-level model was followed by the 1.4-liter TSI and with 90 kW (122 hp) output with simple turbocharging. Another special feature of this engine is the intercooler integrated into the intake manifold . The engine block was also adapted to the power ratios and made lighter.

2.0 TSI

In the 2.0-liter TSI, a single turbocharger charges the engine.

The 2.0-liter TSI engine has been available since the end of 2009 - as in the Golf VI - with 155 kW (211 hp) instead of the previous 147 kW (200 hp). The engines are the further development of the 1.8 l TSI from the EA888 engine series.

Also at the end of 2009 a sportier model called Scirocco R appeared , which is based on the VW Scirocco GT24 and is equipped with the six-speed manual gearbox or optionally with the 6-speed DSG. The engine for the "R" model comes from the Audi S3 and is from the EA113 engine series . It develops 195 kW (265 hp) and has a torque of 350 Nm at 2,500 to 5,000 rpm.

In addition, this model of the Scirocco has been equipped with a body kit and other aluminum wheels, among other things, to distinguish it from the usual models. The Scirocco R therefore has, among other things, special R-Line bumpers at the front and rear. In addition, the widened side skirts, the rear spoiler in body color, darkened taillights and a black grained diffuser at the rear characterize this equipment line.

2.0 TDI

The 2-liter TDI diesel engine with 103 kW (140 PS) has been available since autumn 2008. According to VW, the TDI diesel engine with common rail injection has the highest efficiency currently achievable for small diesel engines of up to 45 percent. It should combine economy with pulling power and smoothness.

The 2-liter TDI diesel engine with 125 kW (170 hp) has also been available since May 2009.

In January 2013, the 2-liter TDI engine with 170 PS (125 kW) was replaced by the 177 PS (130 kW) engine. This was installed in the Audi A4, among other things.

Blue motion

The Scirocco is also available with " BlueMotion " on request to save fuel and reduce pollutant emissions. The 1.4-liter TSI engine, the 2.0-liter TDI engine and the DSG dual clutch transmission from Volkswagen form the basis. Together with a number of fuel-saving devices such as the start-stop system or braking energy recovery ( recuperation ), they help reduce consumption and CO ₂ emissions in the Scirocco with “BlueMotion Technology” .

transmission

All engines are combined with a six-speed manual transmission as standard. A six-speed direct shift gearbox (DSG) with steering wheel paddles is optionally available for the petrol engines with 147 kW or 155 kW and the diesel engine ; the 1.4-liter TSI with 118 kW (160 PS) is available with a seven-speed direct shift gearbox.

The dual clutch transmission - called DSG by Volkswagen - automatically changes to the next preselected gear in just a few hundredths of a second, almost imperceptibly and without any interruption of tractive power. Because of the short shift times and direct response, the sporty acceleration takes place measurably just as quickly as with a manual transmission; only the coupling is not necessary. The DSG can be used both as an automatic transmission and shifted using paddles on the steering wheel. It is not only more dynamic to drive than a conventional automatic transmission, but also helps to save fuel thanks to its efficiency.

landing gear

The front axle with MacPherson struts and triangular wishbones has a particularly low weight thanks to the use of high-strength materials and takes up little space. A " four-link axle " is installed at the rear .

The front / rear weight distribution is given as 65 to 35 percent.

The Scirocco is available with " Dynamic Chassis Control " at an additional cost - three-way adjustable shock absorbers that can be adapted to the respective driving situation; Within milliseconds, each damper automatically adjusts itself individually to the roadway and the driving situation. You can choose between the SPORT, NORMAL and COMFORT settings. In the SPORT setting, the steering characteristics are also adapted to a sporty driving style.

Technical specifications

VW Scirocco III (2008-2014)

Scirocco III	1.4 TS I	1.4 T SI	2.0 T SI		R 2.0 TSI	2.0 TDI ( DPF )
Construction period	07/2008 - 04/2014		07/2008–10/2009	10/2009-04/2014	10/2009-04/2014	07/2008 - 04/2014	05/2009–12/2012	01/2013–04/2014
Engine code	CAXA	CAVD	CAWB	CCZB	CDLA	CBDB, CFHC	CBBB, CFGB	CFGC
Motor series	VW EA111		VW EA888		VW EA113	VW EA189
Engine type	Four-cylinder gasoline engine in line design , direct injection					Four-cylinder in-line diesel engine , common rail injection
Engine charging	turbocharger	Turbocharger,  compressor	turbocharger
Displacement	1390 cm³		1984 cc			1968 cc
Max. Power at min −1	90 kW (122 PS) / 5000	118 kW (160 PS) / 5800	147 kW (200 PS) / 5100-6000	155 kW (211 PS) / 5300-6200	195 kW (265 PS) / 6000	103 kW (140 PS) / 4000	125 kW (170 PS) / 4200	130 kW (177 PS) / 4200
Max. Torque in min -1	200 Nm / 1500-4000	240 Nm / 1500-4500	280 Nm / 1700-5000	280 Nm / 1700-5200	350 Nm / 2500-5000	320 Nm / 1750-2500	350 Nm / 1750-2500	380 Nm / 1750-2500
Drive type, standard	Front wheel drive
Gearbox, as standard	6-speed manual transmission
Gearbox, optional	-	7-speed DSG	6-speed DSG
Acceleration 0-100 km / h	9.7 s	8.0 s	7.2 s [7.1 s]	6.9 s	6.0 s [5.8 s]	9.3 s	8.1 s	7.9 s
Top speed	200 km / h	218 km / h	235 km / h	240 km / h [238 km / h]	250 km / h (governed)	207 km / h [205 km / h]	222 km / h [220 km / h]	223 km / h [220 km / h]
Fuel consumption over 100 km (combined, according to EEC guidelines)	6.0–6.4 l super	6.6 l super [6.3 l super]	7.6 l super	7.4 l super [7.5 l super]	8.1 l super [8.0 l super]	4.5–4.8 l diesel [4.9–5.3 l diesel]	5.3 l diesel [5.6 l diesel]	5.1 l diesel [5.5 l diesel]
CO 2 emissions, combined	139-149 g / km	154 g / km [147 g / km]	179 g / km	172 g / km [174 g / km]	189 g / km [187 g / km]	123–127 g / km [129–139 g / km]	139 g / km [147 g / km]	134 g / km [144 g / km]
Emission standard according to EU classification	5 euro		Euro 4	5 euro
Empty weight	1319 kg	1346 kg [1360 kg]	1373 kg [1393 kg]		1419 kg [1439 kg]	1379 kg [1395 kg]	1395 kg [1421 kg]	1374 kg [1393 kg]
Front suspension	Wishbones with MacPherson struts and stabilizer
Rear suspension	Transverse and trailing arms with coil springs, shock absorbers and stabilizer
body	four-seater coupé with two doors, drag coefficient C w 0.34
Front / rear track	1569/1575 mm
Trunk	312 l
Values ​​in square brackets apply to models with dual clutch transmission (DSG)

VW Scirocco III (2014-2017)

Scirocco III	1.4 TS I BlueMotion Technology	2.0 TS I BlueMotion Technology	2.0 T SI BlueMotion Technology	R 2.0 TSI	2.0 TDI ( DPF ) BlueMotion Technology
Construction period	04/2014–09/2017	04/2014–09/2017	06 / 2014–09 / 2017	05 / 2014–03 / 2017	04/2014–09/2017	06 / 2014–09 / 2017
Engine code	CZCA	CULA	CULC	CDLK	CUUB	CUWA
Motor series	VW EA211	VW EA888		VW EA113	VW EA288
Engine type	Four-cylinder gasoline engine in line design , direct injection				Four-cylinder in-line diesel engine , common rail injection
Engine charging	turbocharger
Displacement	1395 cc	1984 cc			1968 cc
Max. Power at min −1	92 kW (125 PS) / 5000–6000	132 kW (180 PS) / 4200-6200	162 kW (220 PS) / 4500–6200	206 kW (280 PS) / 6000	110 kW (150 PS) / 3500-4000	135 kW (184 PS) / 3500-4000
Max. Torque at min -1	200 Nm / 1400-4000	280 Nm / 1250-4400	350 Nm / 1500-4400	350 Nm / 2500-5000	320 Nm / 1750-3000	380 Nm / 1750-3250
Drive type, standard	Front wheel drive
Gearbox, as standard	6-speed manual transmission
Gearbox, optional	-	6-speed DSG (DQ250)
Acceleration 0-100 km / h	9.3 s	7.4 [7.4] s	6.5 [6.5] s	5.7 [5.5] s	8.6 [8.6] s	7.5 [7.5] s
Top speed	203 km / h	227 [225] km / h	246 [242] km / h	250 km / h (governed)	215 [213] km / h	230 [228] km / h
Fuel consumption over 100 km (combined, according to EEC guidelines)	5.4 l super	6.0 [6.4] l super	6.0 [6.4] l super	8.0 [7.9] l super	4.2 [4.5] l diesel	4.4 [4.8] l diesel
CO 2 emissions, combined	125 g / km	139 [148] g / km	139 [148] g / km	187 [185] g / km	109 [119] g / km	115 [125] g / km
Emission standard according to EU classification	Euro 6
Empty weight	1280 kg	1346 [1387] kg	1369 [1394] kg	1426 [1450] kg	1375 [1395] kg	1395 [1418] kg
Front suspension	Wishbones with MacPherson struts and stabilizer
Rear suspension	Transverse and trailing arms with coil springs, shock absorbers and stabilizer
Front / rear track	1569/1575 mm			1533/1561 mm	1569/1575 mm
Trunk volume	312 - 1006 l

• Values ​​in [] brackets apply to vehicles with DSG.

Registration numbers

Between 2008 and 2018, a total of 53,186 third-generation Scirocco cars were newly registered in Germany. 2009 was the most successful sales year with 16,162 units.

Source: Federal Motor Transport Authority

Motorsport

→ Main article : VW Scirocco GT24

In the 24-hour race at the Nürburgring in 2008, VW fielded three 239 kW (325 PS) and 320 Nm strong Scirocco GT24s - the racing version of the new Scirocco. In the field of over 200 vehicles, ranks 11th and 15th were achieved in the overall classification, each with Hans-Joachim Stuck and others at the wheel. In 2009 the best-placed VW Scirocco GT24 achieved 15th place, followed by teammates in the VW Scirocco GT24-CNG (natural gas drive), which started for the first time, in 17th place, which also won the "Alternative Fuels" class.

Furthermore, from 2010 to 2014 a one-make cup was held under the title Volkswagen Scirocco R-Cup .

literature

• Claudia Böhler: Excitingly sensible. The Volkswagen Scirocco 1974–1992. from the series: Model stories - series of historical communications by Volkswagen Aktiengesellschaft, Wolfsburg 2008, ISBN 978-3-935112-33-8 , volkswagenag.com (PDF; 3.89 MB)
• Fuths, Peitzmeier: Scirocco - the comeback of a legend. Delius Klasing Verlag, 2008, ISBN 978-3-7688-2543-6

Web links

Commons : Volkswagen Scirocco III  - collection of pictures, videos and audio files

• Link catalog on Scirocco at curlie.org (formerly DMOZ )
• Scirocco III VW website

Individual evidence

1. ↑ ^{a b} Scoring in the Euro NCAP crash test
2. ↑ focus.de
3. ↑ focus.de
4. ↑ welt.de
5. ↑ autoaid.de
6. ↑ ^{a b} autobild.de
7. ↑ ^{a b} auto.freenet.de
8. ↑ michaelneuhaus.de
9. ↑ Facelift for VW Scirocco
10. ↑ VW is expanding the Scirocco's engine range with 125 kW TDI  ( page no longer available , search in web archives )  Info: The link was automatically marked as defective. Please check the link according to the instructions and then remove this notice.  
11. ↑ autozeitung.de
12. ↑ Official overall results list of the 36th ADAC Zurich 24h Race ( Memento of the original from June 5, 2014 in the Internet Archive ) Info: The archive link was automatically inserted and not yet checked. Please check the original and archive link according to the instructions and then remove this notice. (PDF; 182 kB)