Endlessly long roof of Volkswagen Iroc: Furthermore, it's the hidden B-pillars, the markedly distinct C-pillars and the embedded rear side window here that together with the seemingly endlessly long roof line impart a completely unique presence and dynamic. The surfaces of the side windows extend the compact body of the Iroc. Still more: They reverse the proportions of classic sports cars - short roof, long engine hood. And this shape makes the Iroc unique. Moreover, the roof spoiler integrated in this section adds even more dynamics, both functionally and stylistically. A completely unique counterpoint to the interplay of green and black of the concept is, last but not least, the sculpturally designed rear lights that are strikingly succinct, even in silhouette.



VW IROC REAR END DESIGN

A waist of pure sports car theory; rear lights as unmistakable as a fingerprint

A typical and yet completely new rear end: The sculptural shape of the rear lights is most clearly seen from the rear. A typical and yet completely new Volkswagen rear end: The vehicle character here is determined by the relationship of the proportions between roof and shoulder sections and thus the waist. If it is sharply contoured classic sports car lines emerge. And this is exactly what VW Iroc has. Due to the roof extending far to the back, the designers were able to dramatically pull in the sides and place the passenger compartment - the roof along with B- and C-pillars - on very sexy shoulders or, better to say, hips. The already wide track has an even wider effect visually. The fact is: The sexy proportions in this case stand in stark contrast to the more tightly drawn core elements of the rear end.

Rear lights like eyes: This effect is underscored by the nearly eye-shaped contour of the horizontally arranged rear lights, which - being integrated far into the fenders - act like a continuation of the C-pillars. The clear and reduced shape of the rear window is clearly set off from the lower part of the hatch and rear apron. The general view of the broad track together with waisted roof line plus roof spoiler and a diffusor visually suggested in the rear apron imparts a markedly powerful image of the Iroc. Detail in the margins: Even the flat and trapezoid-shaped exhaust pipes comply with the dictates of dynamics, because they continue the shape of the diffusor to the outside.


VW IROC INTERIOR

Bucket seats with 5-point belt underscore Nurburgring-Nordschleifen talents of the concept

Variable four-seater: As outlined, the Iroc is a four-seater. Behind the wide open (and attached just as wide in the roof) hatchback a spacious trunk with over 300 l of storage volume is concealed. The level corresponds to the original Scirocco. The trunk capacity can also be greatly expanded by folding down the back seats. The resulting flat loading surface and the folded down seat backs feature guide rails onto which a multifunctional transportation lock system can be integrated.

Car racing suitability: The extremely sporty orientation of Volkswagen Iroc concept is also reflected par excellence in the interior. Under the auspices of the uniquely conceived design theme an interior was developed that was uncompromisingly harmonized for potential racing use. And this at the racing car level as the front bucket seats with integrated 5-point seatbelts and central lock already show. However, the focus of the design lies on gauges and controls. Two large and completely newly designed round instruments form the visual center and highlight of the cockpit: Both main instruments have a bluish glow in a dark acrylic casing.

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