VW Golf GTI: Live impressions from Paris Motor Show

Saturday, October 04, 2008

VW Golf GTI: Live impressions from Paris Motor Show

Here are some live impressions of the new VW Golf GTI from the Paris Motor Show. Enjoy!

As reported previously, the new GTI is packing a revised 2.0-liter TFSI four putting out 210 hp and 207 lb-ft of torque through either a six-speed manual or DSG gearbox and on to the front wheels through a new electronic limited-slip differential (XDS).

After spending some time inside we were reminded that VW (and Audi) still make some of the best interiors in the biz, with suitably supportive seats, confident switchgear and a small diameter steering wheel that we want to put under our pillow at night.