Volkswagen Golf GTI 2017 Gallery
The Volkswagen Golf GTI is a hot hatchback with a pedigree spanning four decades
As practical and easy to live with as it is fun to drive, the Golf GTI is also available with a Performance Pack
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The GTI isn't short of rivals, including the likes of the Ford Focus ST, Peugeot 308 GTi and Skoda Octavia vRS
Precise steering and responsive suspension ensures big smiles for the driver
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For the 2017 facelift, power has been increased to 227bhp, with 242bhp if you add the Performance Pack
This is enough shove to get the Golf GTI from 0-62mph in 6.4 or 6.2 seconds - plenty fast enough for most drivers
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The GTI's styling has been subtly updated with new headlights and redesigned bumpers featuring aggressive air intakes
The Golf GTI is available in three-door or five-door guises, but unlike the Golf R, there's no estate version
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Twin tailpipes and tinted rear light clusters help set the Golf GTI apart from other versions in the range
The Golf GTI now gets full-LED headlamps as standard for improved visibility
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The GTI badge is one of the most iconic in the automotive world, dating back four decades
The front fog lights are now flanked by aerodynamic front spoilers
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Costing from around £1,000, the Performance Pack adds 15bhp, bigger brakes and a limited slip differential
The Golf GTI is able to be quiet and comfortable when cruising, but makes a great noise under acceleration
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It might be a family hatchback, but the GTI's top speed is 155mph
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