Facelifted Scirocco confirmed for Oz

[Scratchyratface]

Volkswagen gets sporty - motoring.com.au

[colesy]

A bit of a disappointment really, not much of an improvement on what we currently have.

[AdamD]

Nevertheless, it's great that the car will be on the market for those who want a 'Roc!

I'm pleasantly surprised that VWA have decided that this halo model is worth the effort.

[mr gee]

For a halo model, VWA doesn't advertise it much. I still get people on the street asking me what it is

[colesy]

Nevertheless, it's great that the car will be on the market for those who want a 'Roc!

I'm pleasantly surprised that VWA have decided that this halo model is worth the effort.

I understand what you are saying. But there is not much I can see that will encourage us to upgrade to one of these when it is released.

[Mikey1]

Adam, could it be that because it's a facelift, it's really not so benevolent of VGA to decide to offer it here? If it were an all new model, they probably wouldn't.

[AdamD]

Adam, could it be that because it's a facelift, it's really not so benevolent of VGA to decide to offer it here? If it were an all new model, they probably wouldn't.

Well, they will still need to get ADR approval for it, and produce all the marketing paraphernalia, and service support, and parts stocks... it adds up. Every new model (including facelifts) is an effort.

It's obviously not an overly difficult undertaking, but the way VWA has been cutting down on the models and variations it offers, this is at least some positive news.

[Amalgam]

Scirocco R updates announced – Car Reviews, News & Advice - CarPoint Australia..

[Amalgam]

Volkswagen Scirocco R 2015 Review – Car Reviews, News & Advice - CarPoint Australia

[RoccoRacer14]

Not impressed, dont like the new body kit at all....

2013 - Winner !

[Scratchyratface]

yeah I have to agree with you on that, the changes that have been made are mainly cosmetic and for me they make it a little bit too fussy (particularly at the back). If they had moved the car onto the MQB platform then it might have been more tempting to update but I love the current style. I'll still take a look at it once it hits the showrooms, maybe it's prettier in person

[timetaker]

I'm looking to downsize(from a FG Falcon);the Golf R and the Scirocco R are on my list of possible replacements.
There is a Scirocco R(DSG) for sale at my local dealership for $49,888 Driveaway I am tempted but,the review on Carsales talking about the facelifted model make it sound like the ride is absolutely awful!For current owners of the Scirocco R what is your opinion on the ride quality?
Does the current Scirocco have the same engine and dsg as the current Golf R?What actually are the most important differences between the upcoming Scirocco R and the current model,apart from the cosmetic changes?
Any opinions/insights on the Scirocco R would be much appreciated...thanks in advance.

2014 Volkswagen Scirocco R MY14 Direct-Shift Gearbox

[mr gee]

Ride quality is subjective. I drive with DCC in normal mode whilst my wife tend to set it to comfort. The Golf R is slightly softer in normal mode possibly because it's heavier. But by the same tocken the Scirocco is slightly sharper in performance.

I would suggest you take the car for a drive to decide.

[RRRRIT]

The ride quality is harsh but i like that kind of suspension. Rocco does have the same engine and gearbox as the gold r. The rocco now and the upcoming rocco its all interior, exterior changes, they have messed with the timing for little bit better fuel economy and boost comes on earlier apart from that same same.