Volkswagen Scirocco (Germany, 1982-1992)

The second generation Scirocco (EA 491) was based on the engineering platform of the Golf I; like its predecessor, it was produced again at Karmann.

Thanks to the car’s length, which was extended from 3.85 to 4.05 meters, the Scirocco II  offered more space for people and luggage. In addition, aerodynamics were further optimized (cw value = 0.38) and more fuel-efficient powertrain technology was introduced. In May 1981, the new Scirocco was in the sales rooms of the Volkswagen dealers with 60 PS (1.3 liter), 70 PS (1.5 liter), 85 PS (1.6 liter) and 110 PS (as GTI and GLI).

In July 1985, the most powerful production Scirocco of its times appeared: the GTI/GTX could move at 208 km/h with a 1.8 liter, 16-valve engine and Bosch KA-Jetronic. Volkswagen had adapted it to the higher power output with rear disk brakes, reinforced transverse links and driveshafts, and a larger rear –spoiler. It now accelerated from 0 to 100 km/h 8.1 seconds. Used in ...