Some thought of it as a small coupe,
others as a sports three-door hatchback, but no matter what you called it when
it was still available in Europe and other markets outside America it, the
Volkswagen Scirocco had a loyal following.
Now, with the new eighth generation Golf
out, KleberSilva thought it might be a good time to resurrect the Scirocco in
the digital realm. The entire front end, including the bumper, grille,
headlights, bonnet and fenders carry over from the Mk8 Golf GTI, while further
back, the doors and rear quarter panels get new lines. The rear bumper is also
inspired by the new GTI, while the diffuser continues to house the double
tailpipes on the left side. The taillights soldier on with only minor
revisions, the ‘GTS’ badge was moved in the middle of the tailgate, under the
‘VW’ logo, and the wheels are identical to the 2021 Golf GTI.
In order for the build to be complete, it
would need the 2.0-liter turbocharged gasoline engine powering the 2021 Golf
GTI. It’s connected to a six-speed manual gearbox as standard or an optional
seven-speed DSG and front-wheel drive, and delivers 245 PS and 370 Nm of torque. Since we’re daydreaming, the interior design
would probably be carried over as well, although with small adjustments and
perhaps trim updates, as well as the latest technology gear found in the new
Golf.
While it may be doable, it’s not feasible,
as sales of three-door hatchbacks have hit an all-time low, and Volkswagen,
like other auto firms, won’t build such cars anymore. Even the Golf Mk8 will
only be offered as a five-door hatchback and estate, so no one should hold
their breath for a new Scirocco.
