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The Volkswagen Scirocco is one of the most striking cars in its class with a large honeycombe-style grille giving it a strong face, while a sculpted body and muscular rear flanks ensure it has great road presence.

The cabin isn’t quite up to the standard set by the exterior, but it still looks good with a quality fit and finish to everything.

Triangular door handles are a neat stylistic touch, and a touch-screen control panel for the stereo is complemented by silkily damped switches and rotary dials for the heating and ventilation systems. The door panel inserts and sports seats are finished in a classy, meshed weave, and there’s a generous range of adjustment for the chunky, leather-covered, flat-bottomed steering wheel.

VW fit the Scirocco with Adaptive Chassis Control which alters the feel of the car to suit the type of road and how it’s being driven.

On fast winding roads, ‘Sport’ mode stiffens up the suspension and sharpens the steering while ‘Comfort’ provides a more cushioned motorway experience.

It makes the Scirocco great to drive as the handling is safe and predictable with good levels of grip.

This is complemented by plenty of steering feel and an electronic stability system that allows just enough excitement before it applies a calming hand.

Going flat-out confirms the Scirocco’s excellent high-speed stability and ability to keep wind noise at bay. The DSG semi-auto and the six-speed manual gearboxes are neat and precise.

The Scirocco will prove a popular choice for company car owners who want something a little different

As far as the environment is concerned, for a reasonably high performance coupe the Scirocco is pretty good, thanks to its efficient engines.

 Even the most powerful version emits just 179 g/km of carbon dioxide, which is good for a 200bhp car.

For a car as large as the Sharan it handles well. The steering is light but precise, and the ride is firm but comfortable. The car provides a lofty driving position, and the diesel engines will prove to be the best choice. The V6 petrol unit is good for speed but can be a little thirsty.

The Volkswagen Sharan is an excellent family vehicle. The car offers three rows of seats and good storage space, and excellent versatility. Isofix mounting points are included.

This is not a first car. It is too large and too difficult for a novice driver to navigate through town. There are more appropriate vehicles available.

There are similar vehicles on the market today, but buyers loyal to the Volkswagen badge won’t look any further. The Sharan's cabin does have a more premium feel to it than many of its rivals, and Volkswagen's products are held in high regard.

The car’s driver appeal includes the addition of around 100kg compared to the regular Golf and has a clear impact on handling, which feels less direct. The car’s suspension has received minor enhancements and is softer and more comfortable. The car is still quick from the start thanks to some powerful engines on offer.

The Golf Plus isn’t the best family car. Cabin space is too limitesd to be a proper family car. It would probably be better to keep looking for a primary family car. The Golf Plus could easily be used as a second vehicle or a commuter car.

The Golf Plus is not likely going to be the first choice of new drivers. The Golf Plus will appeal more to customers who are loyal to the brand.

This car is all about image, and sporting the Volkswagen badge is a statement that buyers understand well. This version of the Golf may be duplicated as the next version. If it fails then the company will scrap it.