O Volkswagen Scirocco emerged with two well-defined purposes:
replace the Karmann Ghia as the brand's entry-level sports coupe and complement Volkswagen's repositioning strategy, which was already preparing the launch of the Golf.
The proposal was clear: to offer a car fun, high performance and relatively affordable price.
The Scirocco was not just another car; it was the laboratory for the brand's future success.
It used mechanical and structural components that would later be incorporated into the Volkswagen Golf.
This strategy ensured the Scirocco played a crucial role as a “field test” for the hatchback that would soon conquer the world.
The Scirocco debuted with engines ranging from 1.1 to 1.6 liters in Europe, and a 1.7 version exclusive to the United States.
The Scirocco and Golf GTI not only marked an era, but set new standards for what was expected of sporty hatchbacks.
The Scirocco, with its agility and bold design, paved the way for the Golf's success, while the GTI cemented the concept that practical cars can also be exciting.