rising to 180kW and 370Nm in the GTI Performance, and topping out at 213kW and 380Nm in the Golf R. Both the GTI and R can be ordered with a six-speed manual, while the auto options include a six ...

The latest iteration of what has become an iconic hot hatch. As with the rest of the latest Golf 7.5 range launched in 2017, the GTI gets a number of small upgrades to keep the car up-to-date.

This, along with a new, optional six-speed DSG transmission, meant the GTI could stand toe-to-toe with a few higher-priced performance cars. This remains my favorite Golf GTI of all time.

Visually, the shift to the Mk7.5 Golf has been subtle one to say the least. In fact, you’d be forgiven for not noticing the difference, at least from the outside. Sharper front and rear bumper ...

The 90-hp, U.S.-market Rabbit GTI was fun, too, but it never matched its German role model. The GTI has been with us throughout Rabbit and Golf history ... a flat bottom. Performance improves ...

The GTI badge has been in existence almost as long as the venerable Volkswagen Golf itself and despite having started its life as a skunkworks project, the iconic performance variant has managed to ...

But, would prefer to check out the new model or another sports car. Went from an Audi A3 to an Autobahn Golf GTI, and I have to say I absolutely love it and would buy again without question.

a car they say is a diesel performance hatchback every bit as potent as its ubiquitous GTI - the new GTD. At the same time we thought it was a good opportunity to drive VW South Africa's best-selling ...

In the used market, that price gap between the Golf GTI Performance and the straight GTI has actually increased over time, thanks to the former's relative rarity and the bargainaceous (yes that's ...

The seminal hot hatch, Volkswagen’s Golf GTI remains the definitive ... distance journeys without sacrificing performance. Many also associate the GTI with its stylish interior, featuring ...

Expensive, before options; user interface still wonky; not actually that engaging Life hasn’t been easy for the Mk8 Golf GTI. After the heights of the Mk7, which was superbly rounded and one of ...