Volkswagen Golf GTI (09 on) - Review Review by Simon Harris on 22 April 2009 Last Updated: 29 September 2009 The Volkswagen Golf GTI launched the trend for hot hatches in the late 1970s and has grown from a cult car, to - in its current incarnation - perhaps the best all-round fast family hatchback. This sixth-generation Golf GTI is effectively a thorough re-working of the previous car, itself a superb performance hatch. Volkswagen, therefore, had a strong base upon which to develop this car. It comes with a new, more powerful 2.0-litre TFSI engine and sharp handling, but doesn't compromise on comfort. And while it provides most of the thrills that more powerful rivals can offer, it is utterly painless to use as everyday transport for a family. 4.5 out of 5 Other Volkswagen reviews Summary Facts & Figures Equipment Driving & Performance Comfort Costs Safety & Reliability Buying & Selling Also Consider Company Car Info Owners' Reviews Gallery 4.5 out of 5 Summary Tweet New price range: £25,330 - £29,510 View all new prices Used price range: £15,312 - £26,070 View all used prices See 4 new models for sale from £23,120 Get a Volkswagen Golf GTI (09 on) information pack Next steps Volkswagen Golf GTI cars for sale Use our cars for sale search facility to find great deals on second hand cars. We have 90 models like this for sale, starting at £15,990. Find used Volkswagen Golf GTIs for sale Outstanding blend of performance, agility, comfort and practicality Not as quick outright as many alternatives, less overtly sporty styling than some The Volkswagen Golf GTI launched the trend for hot hatches in the late 1970s and has grown from a cult car, to - in its current incarnation - perhaps the best all-round fast family hatchback. This sixth-generation Golf GTI is effectively a thorough re-working of the previous car, itself a superb performance hatch. Volkswagen, therefore, had a strong base upon which to develop this car. It comes with a new, more powerful 2.0-litre TFSI engine and sharp handling, but doesn't compromise on comfort. And while it provides most of the thrills that more powerful rivals can offer, it is utterly painless to use as everyday transport for a family. Driving & Performance Performance 4 out of 5"A 210bhp 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine is used in the GTI, but although it's new, maximum..." Handling 4.5 out of 5"High performance versions of family cars often make occupants suffer over poor road surfaces with..." Comfort Comfort 4 out of 5"The GTI shares many of the strengths of the standard Golf with a roomy interior, excellent..." Practicality 4 out of 5"The GTI has the same boot space as the standard Golf. It's also virtually identical to the previous..." Equipment 4 out of 5"The Golf GTI has a good level of equipment as standard, including electric windows (four on..." Behind the wheel 4.5 out of 5"The tartan seat trim on standard models harks back to the earliest versions of the GTI and is one of..." Costs Running costs 3 out of 5"Although the Golf is a little pricier new than many rivals, such as the Ford Focus ST or Honda Civic..." Green credentials 3.5 out of 5"CO2 emissions of 170g/km or 173g/km for the DSG transmission version make the Golf GTI one of the..." Safety & Reliability Safety 4 out of 5"The GTI comes with front and side airbags, a driver's side knee airbag, and front and rear curtain..." Reliability 4 out of 5"The Golf GTI has a good reputation for reliability with few problems reported." Buying & Selling Buying new 3 out of 5"It might be possible to negotiate a very small discount from a Volkswagen dealer, or ask for some..." Buying used 3 out of 5"Used values of GTIs tend to be quite strong so anyone looking for a bargain on the used market could..." Selling 4 out of 5"There is a strong following for the Golf GTI so cars in good condition should be easy to sell." Gallery View full gallery Owners' reviews Used Volkswagen Golf GTI (09 on) 2.0 TSI GTI 5d 5 out of 5 “ It is all the car you will ever need. Ideal for the family, great to drive and top drawer image. ” Gary Hunter Car Valuations Find used car prices with Parkers accurate car valuations. Find out more Volkswagen Golf cars for sale We have 90 models like this for sale. Find Volkswagen Golf cars for sale Next: Facts & Figures
Used Volkswagen Golf GTI (09 on) 2.0 TSI GTI 5d 5 out of 5 “ It is all the car you will ever need. Ideal for the family, great to drive and top drawer image. ” Gary Hunter