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The Rabbit, then Golf, now Rabbit (and in many parts of the globe, still Golf) isn't the prototypical performance car foundation. The hatchback, in and of itself, is not exactly a stunner. Basic versions of this vehicle can be had with as little as 75bhp in some countries.
In fact, with the current GTI, Volkswagen harks back to the first generation, not only with plaid seats, but - more importantly - with a rediscovered down-the-road adeptness. Great advertising, spectacular wheels, a futuristic transmission, and a punchy turbocharged four-pot combine to generate plenty of true GTI cred.
And when it comes to hot hatchbacks, a vehicle's accreditation carries sway into the future, affecting the sales of future generations. Let's be honest: if the current GTI d
rove like the VR6 of 2000, there wouldn't be enough takers to make the development worth VW's worthwhile. As it is, the GTI is a driver's car, going so far as to assure at least some sales of the next generation, on this model's reputation alone. For that, GoodCarBadCar gives honour.
Engines: 200 horsepower and 200 lb-ft of torque from a 2.0L turbocharged four-cylinder.
Mileage: City high = 21mpg. City low = 22mpg.
Base USD Price: $22,730
Anything Else? Unimpressively, taking the GTI up another notch to all-wheel drive/V6 (the R32) adds way too much cost and subtracts way too much involvement. The GTI is the Gabbit happy medium.
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- 2013's The Good 12 - Volkswagen Golf Gti - $20,000-$25,000
VOLKSWAGEN GOLF GTI At first blush, the Volkswagen GTI has aged, a process made more evident now that it's been overshadowed by the much more powerful Ford Focus ST. Ah, but only like a fine wine. Power isn't everything, and the fact...
- Real World Fuel Economy: Kia Forte Koup Vs Toyota Rav4 & Volkswagen Golf Tdi Vs Volkswagen Gti
Thousands of factors contribute to one car's poor fuel economy and another's terrific fuel economy. Okay, perhaps not thousands. But take into consideration the following variables: temperature, driving style, the vehicle's odometer reading,...
- Curious Volkswagen Sales Figures In Canada From July 2008
Upon the (late) introduction of the Rabbit and Jetta in North America, the MkIV Golf and Jetta departed from American Volkswagen showrooms. In Canada, the fourth-generation Golf and Jetta took new given names: the City Golf and City Jetta, both of which...
- The Good 12 - Part Iii
CHEVROLET CORVETTE Sold in six decades, and quite successfully I might add, General Motors' most famous model line sees constant updating, fine tuning, and adjustment. The current base Corvette (the one GoodCarBadCar recommends with highest regard)...
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THE GOOD 12 - PART XI
VOLKSWAGEN GTI
The Rabbit, then Golf, now Rabbit (and in many parts of the globe, still Golf) isn't the prototypical performance car foundation. The hatchback, in and of itself, is not exactly a stunner. Basic versions of this vehicle can be had with as little as 75bhp in some countries.
In fact, with the current GTI, Volkswagen harks back to the first generation, not only with plaid seats, but - more importantly - with a rediscovered down-the-road adeptness. Great advertising, spectacular wheels, a futuristic transmission, and a punchy turbocharged four-pot combine to generate plenty of true GTI cred.
And when it comes to hot hatchbacks, a vehicle's accreditation carries sway into the future, affecting the sales of future generations. Let's be honest: if the current GTI d
rove like the VR6 of 2000, there wouldn't be enough takers to make the development worth VW's worthwhile. As it is, the GTI is a driver's car, going so far as to assure at least some sales of the next generation, on this model's reputation alone. For that, GoodCarBadCar gives honour. -----
Engines: 200 horsepower and 200 lb-ft of torque from a 2.0L turbocharged four-cylinder.
Mileage: City high = 21mpg. City low = 22mpg.
Base USD Price: $22,730
Anything Else? Unimpressively, taking the GTI up another notch to all-wheel drive/V6 (the R32) adds way too much cost and subtracts way too much involvement. The GTI is the Gabbit happy medium.
- No More Rabbit: Vw Officially Announces Return Of Golf Nameplate In The U.s.
The Rabbit is dead, long live the Golf - again. Today, VW of America confirmed the rumors that the new, sixth generation Golf which was unveiled at last year's Paris Show (and not at the 2009 Geneva Salon as the press release states...), will be dropping...
- 2013's The Good 12 - Volkswagen Golf Gti - $20,000-$25,000
VOLKSWAGEN GOLF GTI At first blush, the Volkswagen GTI has aged, a process made more evident now that it's been overshadowed by the much more powerful Ford Focus ST. Ah, but only like a fine wine. Power isn't everything, and the fact...
- Real World Fuel Economy: Kia Forte Koup Vs Toyota Rav4 & Volkswagen Golf Tdi Vs Volkswagen Gti
Thousands of factors contribute to one car's poor fuel economy and another's terrific fuel economy. Okay, perhaps not thousands. But take into consideration the following variables: temperature, driving style, the vehicle's odometer reading,...
- Curious Volkswagen Sales Figures In Canada From July 2008
Upon the (late) introduction of the Rabbit and Jetta in North America, the MkIV Golf and Jetta departed from American Volkswagen showrooms. In Canada, the fourth-generation Golf and Jetta took new given names: the City Golf and City Jetta, both of which...
- The Good 12 - Part Iii
CHEVROLET CORVETTE Sold in six decades, and quite successfully I might add, General Motors' most famous model line sees constant updating, fine tuning, and adjustment. The current base Corvette (the one GoodCarBadCar recommends with highest regard)...