Scirocco 1st reviews

[mr gee]

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VW Scirocco R lap times and specs - FastestLaps.com

[preeman]

On the right hand side of the dash, bottom right corner (where your speedo is etc) there is a reset/0 button. Scroll across to your fuel consumption using the MFD buttons on the steering wheel (right side of steering wheel) and then hold the reset button down for a few seconds. It will reset to --/L 100km.

Same for resetting odometer etc.

Well, in the MFD there are two counters, these keep track of Time Traveled, Fuel Consumption, Distance and Speed. There are two sets based on the small 1 or 2 shown on the MFD. If you are looking at one of those figures, if you push the "OK" button on the steering wheel it toggles between the two counters.

If you hold "OK" down it resets that counter.

I don't think reset/0 button clears the two counters. It only does the trip?

[Bain]

Not sure Preeman. I never read the book for it, but I do know it resets the fuel consumption (1) for me.

In other news, id just like to highlight the massive grin I had on Saturday night on the way home from a dinner out. We were met by an XR5 Turbo coming off of the eastern freeway. We managed to get 2 sets of lights and on both occasions the Scirocco effortlessly pulled away.

I think the guy was a little peeved as he wouldnt look at me on his fly by the 2nd time round.

[Vwphile]

Not sure Preeman. I never read the book for it, but I do know it resets the fuel consumption (1) for me.

In other news, id just like to highlight the massive grin I had on Saturday night on the way home from a dinner out. We were met by an XR5 Turbo coming off of the eastern freeway. We managed to get 2 sets of lights and on both occasions the Scirocco effortlessly pulled away.

I think the guy was a little peeved as he wouldnt look at me on his fly by the 2nd time round.

Now no hooning around Bain!

You know what they do to "hoon's" cars in our draconian state of Victoria.

BUT.......... nice post

[Langers]

No spare tyre, ride height too high by ~15mm, thick A pillar makes right hand corners a challenge vision wise, lumbar support isnt brilliant, and no hydraulic struts for the bonnet!

Otherwise a cracking car and excellent value for money. Engine, chassis, gearbox all work well together and there's plenty of room inside even if you're 6'6"+

[GTIPirelli]

Took the Roc out for it's first real drive today although I had the wife and kids with me. My last car was a GTI Pirelli and I must say I'm very impressed with the Scirocco.

Sound is addictive, it's hard not to put the foot down. Drove through the Black Spur and the car handled fantastically. Kept it in Sports mode through the bends and it was extremely responsive. The car feels more refined in comparison to the Pirelli. More grip, less body roll, more responsive, hardly any torque steer and sounds much better.

Negatives? Not too many I can think of. Perhaps rear seat space and maybe less storage than the Pirelli. Also, in DSG drive mode it does run through the gears quickly so it can seem sluggish (if that's the right word) at low speeds. Visability is average however you do get used to it.

Attracted plenty of attention. Many people, young and old, stop to take a look.

Overall a really good car especially for the $$.

[Andych]

Well.. after I spent the best part of an hour picking up my car today I finally had a chance to take her for a run where I was the only one in the car.... and I still have the smile on my face....

The difference between my Mondeo XR5 and the Roc is chalk and cheese.. as I would have expected but the Scirocco is just so much more of a car than the Euro Ford will ever be.

Pro's - As everyone has said... the sound is just addictive, God help me when I finally decide to look at the Fuel consumption...lol.
You just keep wanting to press the loud pedal to hear it again.. and it is even better when you are in sport mode.
The ride is pretty darn good considering it is a relatively short wheelbase.. with 19's on a very sporting suspension tune.
I did slip it into comfort when entering the rambling Estate I live in... and it is supreme in here on that setting... the rest of the time I had it in Normal and it was no problem at all.
The Sunroof makes a huge difference.. even with the sunblind closed it feels roomier than without it.

Negatives... none just yet other than I am not still driving it.
Window tint tomorrow morning so another chance to take more pictures.

[Miguul]

I seriously don't know what drugs the journos were on in regards to the stiff ride comments.
Had a good drive earlier in the day, and it was quite pleasant. Maybe I'm just used to the stiffer rides.

And I was in conflict as whether to listen to the dynaudio or simply the engine sounds.

[Mac135]

So when you got to listen to the Dyn what did younthink? Ordered that on spec mostly based on owning Dyn speakers here at home.

[sc77]

I seriously don't know what drugs the journos were on in regards to the stiff ride comments.
Had a good drive earlier in the day, and it was quite pleasant. Maybe I'm just used to the stiffer rides.

And I was in conflict as whether to listen to the dynaudio or simply the engine sounds.

Agreed! Coming out of a GTI the Rocco is definitely a firmer ride but not to the extent that you think much about it. They are kidding

[why_999]

Out of curiosity what fuel it's everyone using?

Optimax, Bp Ultimate etc.

I'm been using BP but not sure if it's the best for a turbo engine..

[Miguul]

So when you got to listen to the Dyn what did younthink? Ordered that on spec mostly based on owning Dyn speakers here at home.

Sound is very crisp but lacking in bass. Which can be fixed by adding a sub I guess? (Is it possible?)
It all comes down to what type of music you prefer really.
If you don't care about the deep bass much like myself, then it's well worth the upgrade.

[Andych]

Sound is very crisp but lacking in bass. Which can be fixed by adding a sub I guess? (Is it possible?)
It all comes down to what type of music you prefer really.
If you don't care about the deep bass much like myself, then it's well worth the upgrade.

So I am guessing you didnt get the Dynaudio system... it gives you extra tweeters a small active sub and a 300 watt amp with a lot more control over sound than the standard system.

[Bain]

Out of curiosity what fuel it's everyone using?

Optimax, Bp Ultimate etc.

I'm been using BP but not sure if it's the best for a turbo engine..

98 BP or Shell.

So long as its 98 it shouldn't matter.

[Miguul]

So I am guessing you didnt get the Dynaudio system... it gives you extra tweeters a small active sub and a 300 watt amp with a lot more control over sound than the standard system.

Oh, it has small sub already?
I'm used to a much deeper bass systems, so it does sound a bit lacking in comparison.
Haven't said that I do love this dynaudio setup.