VW Golf Gti

VW Golf Gti

• VW Golf Gti - History

  Gti stands for Grand Touring Injection. Various cars have GTI in their model names although arguably the most famous example is the VW Golf GTI. The VW GTI version, launched in Europe in 1976 and the US in 1983 started the hot hatch craze. The first Golf GTI was originally planned as a limited series of 5,000. However, when In June 1976 a 182 km/h Volkswagen Gti appeared in Germany the reaction was so overwhelming that it became clear this was going to be a bestseller. The simple idea to take the affordable Golf compact car and give it a high-performance engine and sport looks was hugely successful, leading to more than 1.5 million sales during its now 30 years of production. By its 25 anniversary year, the Golf GTi was is in its fourth generation, and remained as popular as ever. Total UK Golf sales in 2003 exceeded 67,000, with GTI models accounting for a quarter of sales. The recent MK5 models have continued its popularity and are considered to be the most exciting to drive since the original genre defining Mk 1s.

• VW Golf Gti - Overview

  Many car enthusiasts regard the Mark 1 Gti to be one of the best cars ever made due its amazing handling. In fact, in 2004 The Volkswagen Golf GTI Mk I was declared the greatest car of all time by Auto Express. The first MK 1 models raised power output of the 1588 cc engine to 110 PS - 108 hp. Successive models got larger and heavier with higher levels of spec, but slightly less exciting to drive, according to many enthusiasts. MK 4 models were a significant development including the V5, V6, 4MOTION with 115 bhp (2.0) to 150 bhp (1.8T). The TDI PD diesels produced 130 - 150 bhp. In 2004 VW launched the Mark 5 Golf which has been seen as an even bigger improvement. Not only looking more dynamic, launched at the Paris Motor Show the MK5 GTi offered 200bhp 2.0-litre FSI petrol engine and six-speed manual gearbox, acceleration from 0-60 in 7.2 seconds and a top speed of 146mph. Fuel consumption of 35.3mpg was not bad either considering the performance. Versions fitted with the DSG (Direct Shift Gearbox) clutchless transmission could do 0-60 in 6.9 seconds. In 2005 the VW Golf MK5 GTI confirmed its potential by receiving the BBCs Top Gear's Car of the Year and also top Hot Hatch Award. The journalist team felt it was the first true replacement for the original Golf GTi built 25 years ago.

• Volkswagen Golf Gti History

  Mk 1 1977-1984

  1977 first UK registration

  1.6-litre, 110 bhp

  Mk 2 1984-1992

  1.8-litre, 112 bhp

  1986 launch of 16V; 1.8-litre, 139 bhp

  1989 introduction of big bumpers

  1990 production of one millionth Golf GTI

  Mk 3 1992-1998

  2.0-litre, 115 bhp

  1993 2.0 16V, 150 bhp

  Mk 4 1998 onwards

  1.8-litre, 125 bhp

  1.8-litre turbo, 150 bhp

  1999 2.0-litre, 115 bhp

  2002 1.8-litre, 180 bhp and 1.9-litre GTI PD, 150 bhp

  2003 - Golf GTI celebrates 25th Anniversary with special edition model

  2004 Mk 5 Gti launched

  2007 - Turbo FSI Golf GTI offers 235 km/h

  2007 Golf Gti - Mk 5 Golf Gti Features

  Three or five doors

  147 kw / 200 ps at just 5,000rpm

  280 newton meters from 1,800 rpm

  Turbocharged 2.0-litre t-fsi engine

  0 to 62mph, 7.2 seconds

  Max speed of 146 mph

  6-speed manual transmission as standard

  Optional automatic direct shift gearbox (dsg).

  Lowered sports suspension

  Unique black honeycomb grille

  5-spoke 17" monza alloy wheels

  Chrome twin exhaust tailpipes

  Roof spoiler

  Sports seats

  Gti logo on the head restraints

  Three-spoke leather-trimmed sports steering wheel

  Aluminium-look pedals

  2007 VW Golf GTI Models - Performance Specification

  2007 VW Golf 2.0T 200PS 3 door and 5 door

  Engine cubic capacity - 2000

  Combined - 35.3mpg - 8.0l/100km

  Engine maximum Speed - 146mph - 235km/h

  Engine acceleration - 0-62mph7.2secs

  Insurance group rating 17

  2007 VW Golf 2.0T 200PS dsg 3 door and 5 door

  Engine cubic capacity 1984

  Combined - 35.8mpg - 7.9l/100km

  Engine maximum Speed**145mph - 233km/h

  Engine acceleration 0-62mph6.9secs

  Insurance group rating 17

  2007 Standard VW Golf Gti Specification (addtional to standard Golf spec)

  12V socket in luggage compartment

  Front seat back storage pockets

  Front sports seats with height and lumbar adjustment

  2Zone electronic climate control

  GTI styling pack - uniquely shaped front and rear bumpers with honeycomb front air intake

  Alarm with interior protection

  Front footwell illumination

  Alloy wheels, four 71/2J x 17 'Monza' with 225/45 R17 tyres and anti-theft wheel bolts

  Aluminium-look pedals - clutch, brake and accelerator

  Automatic coming/leaving home lighting function

  Exterior temperature gauge

  Bag hooks in luggage compartment x 2

  Vanity mirrors - illuminated

  Body-coloured bumper strips

  Body-coloured side bump strips and door handles

  Two-tone horn

  Leather trimmed three-spoke steering wheel with GTI logo and red stitching

  Brushed aluminium instrument surrounds with GTI logo

  Luggage net under rear parcel shelf

  Carpet mats, front and rear

  Load-through provision

  Radio/CD player with 8 speakers

  Multifunction computer (Midline)

  Chrome twin exhaust tailpipe

  Disc brakes, front and rear (front ventilated), with red calipers

  Rain sensor and automatic dimming interior rear-view mirror [P]Roof spoiler, rear

  Reading lights, chrome surrounds

  Dusk sensor, automatic driving lights

  Electric windows, front and rear (rear 5 door only)

  Sports suspension, lowered by approx. 15mm

  Steering wheel including paddle shift (DSG gearbox only) [P]Flat tyre indicator

  Upholstery - 'Interlagos' cloth

  Front fog lights

  Standard VW Golf Spec 2007

  Speedo and rev counter, electronic odometer, trip, service interval display and fuel gauge

  12-year body protection warranty

  Height and reach adjustable steering wheel

  Isofix child seat preparation (for two rear child seats)

  3 rear three-point seat belts

  Air Conditioning, 'Climatic' semi-automatic control

  Automatic hazard lights activation under emergency braking

  Black door mirrors with integrated indicators

  Rear screen wash/wipe with intermittent wipe

  ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) with HBA (Hydraulic Brake Assist)

  Instrument lighting, blue adjustable panel illumination

  Height adjustable front three-point seat belts with tensioners

  3-year/60,000 miles warranty (whichever is soonest)

  Non-smoking pack

  3-year paintwork warranty

  Interior light delay

  Heat insulating tinted glass

  Halogen clear headlights, range adjustable

  3 rear head restraints

  Body-coloured bumpers, front and rear with black bump strips

  Black side bump strips and door handles

  Cup holders, front x 2, rear x 1 (for up to 1.0 litre bottle)

  Body-coloured front grille

  Remote central locking with 2 remote folding keys

  Curtain airbag system, for front and rear passengers

  Power-assisted steering, speed-sensitive

  Disc brakes, front and rear (front ventilated)

  Driver's and front passenger's airbags with passenger's airbag deactivation switch

  Luggage compartment cover

  Driver's seat height adjustment

  Reading lights, front

  Luggage compartment light

  Split folding rear seats

  Storage compartment in rear doors

  Coat hooks, rear x 2

  Easy entry sliding seats (for access to rear seats - 3 door only)

  Driver's and front passenger's whiplash-optimised head restraints

  Remote interior fuel flap opener

  Electric windows, front

  Electrically heated and adjustable door mirrors

  Storage area, centre (S only)

  Dust and pollen filter

  Steel space saver spare wheel

  Reflectors in front and rear doors

  Vanity mirrors

  ESP (Electronic Stabilisation Programme) including EDL (Electronic Differential Lock)

  Three-spoke steering wheel

  Front seat side impact airbags

  Electronic engine immobiliser

  Storage compartments in front doors (for 1.0 litre bottles)

  Storage compartment in the roof console

  Volkswagen Assistance

  Grab handles, front x 2, rear x 2 with integrated coat hooks

  Glovebox, cooled

  Warning 'lights on' buzzer

  Warning buzzer and light for front seat belts not fastened

  Windscreen wiper with intermittent wipe and 4 position delay

  Full size wheel trims