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Any family hatchback needs to deliver practicality – and the Volkswagen doesn’t disappoint, with more than enough space for most families, as well as plenty of clever storage touches that make living with the car easy.The Golf’s simple but sharp styling and neat details don’t affect its usability, which was enhanced by the Discover Navigation infotainment system that comes as standard on even more modest trim levels.The sharp screen and hi-res graphics look slick, while it responds to your inputs quickly and offers plenty of tech, including Infotainment is an increasingly important area for buyers in every segment, and the Golf serves up just what you want at an affordable price, plus it’s backed up by a thoroughly well-engineered mechanical make-up.On the move the car delivers a compelling blend of comfort, refinement and driver engagement, while the engine line-up offers a strong mix of performance and refinement.The pick of the bunch is still the 108bhp 1.0-litre three-cylinder turbo petrol powerplant, because it’s smooth and punchy but capable of nearly 60mpg. Craig Cole/Roadshow Bhd.
Enhancing maneuverability, the steering is super light at low speeds, which makes this car a snap to park, though it bulks up nicely when driving faster for proper straight-line stability.While it doesn't come with every single modern convenience, the No, I don't love everything about this VW -- the front seats could be better, and I wish it offered adaptive cruise control -- but it's still a refined machine that's both versatile and impressively efficient.
Switching to Sport mode requires one touch of a well-lit, easily accessible button. Then I did one daft thing: right before I had to hand the GTI over, I got curious, and tried to fit my son’s behemoth Nuna all-terrain stroller into the trunk.
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Check specs, prices, performance and compare with similar cars. The Volkswagen GTI doesn’t require much of an introduction. But the last thing you want as a parent is added hassle. It was that, since I’m testing cars regularly, I’ve used my “daily driver” for about a week and a half since Thanksgiving.But I made it through the week with the dream still alive. Combined, it should return 31 mpg. hot hatch has been an automotive icon for almost 50 years. Bhd. True to form, the Golf has a generously sized cargo hold.
The GTI is the best driver’s car you can buy for less than $30,000.It’s not particularly powerful, what with its 228 horsepower.
team. Rather than going for a huge horsepower figure, VW engineers tuned this engine for torque.
Remainder of warranty coverage transfers to subsequent vehicle owner.
Traditionally, family cars came with a big engine, big boot and enough seats for four or five passengers.