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VW Scirocco Could Come Back As All-Electric Car

Manufacturers are working hard on the electrification of their fleets, replacing some of its popular ICE models with fully electric ones. In order to keep up with the competition, some of the models that have not been on the market for years could be revived. One of them is the VW Scirocco, which, if all goes according to plan, should debut in 2028.

The Volkswagen Scirocco was first presented in 1974. The first two generations were produced between 1974 and 1992. After 16 years (in 2008), the third generation VW Scirocco arrived on the market and was produced until 2017, when VW decided to discontinue this model.

According to Autocar, VW is seriously considering bringing back the Scirocco as an electric coupe. The car would be built on the PPE platform, which it would share with the new Porsche Boxster and Cayman. Also, the new Scirocco would be powered by two electric motors (400 hp / 298 kW) with all-wheel drive. Volkswagen is also considering an option with a single electric motor of up to 300 hp (224 kW), and it could represent the brand’s benchmark when it comes to the performance of models in the R range.

Audi, as part of the VW Group, retired its 2-door sports model TT at the end of last year after 25 years. On this occasion, Audi unveiled a limited edition of this model, the Audi TT Tourist Trophy, which will be produced in only 25 copies. However, some rumors say that the TT model could still return in the future, but as a fully electric car.

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Audi TT is retired

In 1998, Audi introduced a 2-door sports car, which through three generations became one of Audi’s best-selling models, the Audi TT. In more than two decades of production, 662,762 copies of this car left the assembly line. Now it’s time to finally say goodbye to this popular two-seater. At least in the version we currently know.

Last month, Audi presented the last edition of the TT model, the Audi TT Tourist Trophy. The car is intended for the Spanish market, and only 25 examples will be produced. It is finished in Nogaro blue, but can also be obtained in Tango red and Glacier white. The windows are tinted, and it is equipped with the S Line Competition package. It sits on a set of black 20-inch Audi Sport 10-spoke “Y” wheels, behind which hide red brake calipers.

Tourist Trophy is powered by a 2.0L turbo gasoline engine with 245 hp (180 kW), paired with a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission that sends power to all wheels. It goes from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 5.1 seconds with an electronically limited top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph).

The retirement of the TT began with the gradual withdrawal of the five-cylinder engine, which is still available in the RS3 and RS Q3 models. At one time, the TT was offered with an even bigger engine, as the first and second generations offered the option of a VR6 engine.

However, some rumors say that the TT model could still return in the future, but as a fully electric car.

Source: Audi

2024 Audi TT Tourist Trophy

In 1998, Audi introduced a 2-door sports car, the Audi TT, which was previously announced to be discontinued. However, the German car manufacturer will produce a limited edition Audi TT Tourist Trophy for all fans of this model. The car is intended for the Spanish market and will be produced in only 25 copies.

The car is painted in Nogaro blue, but can also be obtained in Tango red and Glacier white. The windows are tinted, it’s equipped with the S Line Competition package, and it sits on a set of black 20-inch Audi Sport 10-spoke “Y” wheels. Behind the rims are red brake calipers.

The interior is upholstered in a combination of leather and Alcantara with contrasting red or blue stitching depending on the body color. Also, it is equipped with sports seats, sports steering wheel and carbon details and technology such as Audi Virtual Cockpit and matrix LED headlights.

Tourist Trophy is powered by a 2.0L turbo gasoline engine with 245 hp (180 kW), paired with a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission that sends power to all wheels. It goes from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 5.1 seconds with an electronically limited top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph).

When it comes to price, the Audi TT Tourist Trophy costs 72,800 euros, and sales start in November.

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