Volkswagen Scirocco Adds Sporty GTS Trim 217 hp

2016 Volkswagen Scirocco GTS

Technically and cosmetically, the original Scirocco GTS from the 1980s was related to the Golf GTI of its time, but since the current-gen Scirocco already offers VW's latest 2.0-liter turbocharged four with the same output as the Golf GTI at 220PS or 217hp, the new GTS is essentially a visual package only. 

When combined with the standard 6sp manual, the four-pot pushes the Scirocco GTS to 100km/h (62mph) from standstill in 6.5 seconds and on to a top speed of 246km/h (153mph), or 244km/h (152mph) with the optional 6-speed DSG dual clutch transmission. 

2016 Volkswagen Scirocco GTS

VW's newest addition to the Scirocco range comes with the R-Line aerodynamics kit that includes bespoke bumpers on both ends, gloss black grille and mirror caps, roof spoiler, side skirts, standard 18- or optional 19-inch wheels and red brake calipers.

Aside from China where stripes are standard, in other markets, VW's optional list includes racing stripes in two color flavors, red for cars painted in "Deep Black", "Indium Grey", "Urano Grey", "Pure White", "Oryx White" and black when finished in "Flash Red".