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VW unveils Scirocco 'Study R' at Bologna Motor Show

 
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The Scirocco Study R features a 270hp (201kW) 2.0L TFSI mated to a six-speed DSG

The Scirocco Study R features a 270hp (201kW) 2.0L TFSI mated to a six-speed DSG

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Volkswagen has taken the wraps off a new design study based on the Scirocco coupe at the Bologna Motor Show, which kicks off in Italy today. Aptly named the Scirocco Study R, the new show car is a preview of a high-performance version of the Scirocco coupe, which is set to arrive late next year as the replacement to the outgoing Golf R32.

Drawing inspiration from the previous Scirocco GT24 race concept, the new Study R features a similarly aggressive front bumper and oversized rear wing. The bonnet also features a pair of cooling vents, while the rear bumper picks up an integrated diffuser.

Power comes from a 270hp (201kW) version of the Scirocco’s 2.0L TFSI engine, and is sent to the front wheels via a six-speed DSG dual-clutch transmission. Other features include stiffened suspension, four-piston brake calipers, and a high-flow sports exhaust.

The production version of the Study R is rumored to be called the Scirocco R20T, and it may even be sold in the United States as a special edition model. Back in October, comments from VW America spokesman Steve Keyes revealed that a high-performance version of the Scirocco could be launched in the States as a replacement for the R32, which is bowing out of the market next year.
Volkswagen Scirocco GT24 concept
2008 Volkswagen Scirocco R design study

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  1. ma_zamafir avatar zamafir Posted: 12/2/2008 11:40pm PST

    Very nice, I can't wait to buy this.
     
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  2. ma_mburleigh8 avatar mburleigh8 Posted: 12/3/2008 6:02pm PST

    Looks really good untill you get inside, way too much plastic inside, yuck.
     
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  3. By  cheap r4 card Posted: 1/30/2010 3:03am PST

    This looks brilliant, except for the rear spoiler which is indeed a spoiler on the road version. White seat trim can be easily subdued, too, before it gets stained and grubby looking from everyday use. A quick swap to the Golf GTI steering wheel and that fixes the minor personalisations required for my taste.
     
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