VW Singapore Launches Special Edition Golf GTI V50 with 246HP

Equipped with a 6-speed DSG, the fifth-generation GTI V50 goes from zero to 100km/h (62 mph) in just 5.6 seconds versus the standard GTI's 6.9 seconds and on to a top speed of 261 km/h or 162mph (basic GTI: 233 km/h or 145mph).

Additional upgrades include the larger brake discs and callipers derived from the Golf R32, the 18-inch alloy wheels shod in 225/40 R18 Pirelli P-Zero tires and a new bodykit complemented by a two-tone black and white paint job which we could have done without.

The good news for GTI fans is that the limited edition Golf GTI V50 comes with a full factory warranty. The bad news is that it will be available only in Singapore.

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Interior equipment

– "Climatronic" air-conditioning system with 2-zone temperature control and dust and pollen flter

– Aluminium and leather gearshift handle

– Backrest split foldable 1 ⁄3 to 2 ⁄3 including load through provision and centre armrest

– Front centre armrest with storage box and 2 rear cup holders

– Front and rear carpet mats

– Lockable glove compartment with cooling

– Illuminated vanity mirrors in sun visors

– Automatically dimming interior mirror

– Leather upholstery in "Vienna" on sport seats with height adjustment (heated)

– Luggage compartment cover with net

– Leather-covered multi-function steering wheel with decorative aluminium inserts and gearshift paddles

– Multi-function display "Plus"

– Front and rear power windows

– Radio remote controlled central locking with 2 folding keys

– "RCD 500" with in-dash 6 CD changer, 10 speakers

– Space and weight saving spare wheel

– Storage pockets on front seat backrests and additional storage compartment in roof console

– Cruise control

– Drawers under driver seat

– 2 front reading lights with chrome trim and 2 rear reading lights

– 12-volt socket in luggage compartment

Exterior equipment

– Volkswagen "Pirelli" 18 inch alloy rims with 225/40 tyres "P Zero"

– Automatic low beam mode with "Coming Home" and "Leaving Home" function

– Bi-xenon headlights for low beam and high beam

– Electric tilt sunroof

– Electrically adjustable and foldable outer mirror, separately heated and automatically dimming on driver's side including curb view on passenger side

– Front and rear bumpers in sports design, body-coloured rear spoiler

– Front fog lights

– Heat-insulating blue tinted glass

– Metallic paint

– Rear window wiper and washer system with intermittent control

– White side turn signal lights

– Sport suspension lowered by approximately 15mm

– Wheel locks

Safety equipment

– 3-point seat belts for all passenger seats

– Front seat belts with height adjustment and seat belt tensioner

– Electronic stabilization program (ESP)

– Comfort brake assistant, ABS, ASR and EDL

– Curtain airbag system for front and rear passengers including side airbags at the front

– Driver and front passenger airbag

– Front passenger airbag deactivation

– Height and reach adjustable steering wheel

– Front and rear disc brakes (front ventilated)

– ISOFIX child seat preparation (for 2 rear child seats)

– Driver and front passenger active head restraints

– Power-assisted steering, speed sensitive

– Electronic vehicle immobilization device

– Extended pedestrian protection measures

– Warning buzzer and warning light for front seat belts not fastened

– Flat tyre indicator

– Rain sensor

Performance Upgrades

– Volkswagen Performance Stage 1 ECU Tuning to 246hp

– Volkswagen Performance R32 front and rear brake discs and calipers

– Volkswagen Performance Exhaust

– Volkswagen Performance Body Kit

– Volkswagen "Pirelli" 18 inch alloy rims with 225/40 tires "P Zero"