Volkswagen Golf GTI (05-08)

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Great performance, fun to drive, easy to live with, iconic badge
Expensive compared to some hot hatches and not as quick either

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The Golf GTI came back with a bang in 2005. Powered by a turbocharged 200bhp 2.0T FSI engine, it's smooth, refined and pleasingly quick to drive plus there's a choice of the standard six-speed manual or an optional semi-automatic DSG gearbox. On the road the GTI is simply superb, cornering with... Read the full review

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Volkswagen Golf GTI (05-08)

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