This is a big year for Volkswagen in terms of showcasing new products and it is quite fitting that the iconic VW Golf GTI Mk 8.5 will officially open the dancefloor in a matter of weeks.
Much delayed over fuel standard issues, the new Golf GTI was finally approved for Mzansi last year. It was showcased at the Festival of Motoring at Kyalami in August and again at the VW annual product Indaba in Kariega this week.
The pocket rockets 2.0 TSI petrol engine produces 195kW of power and 370Nm of torque. It is sent to the front wheels via a seven-speed DSG transmission. VW claims that it will sprint from 0 to 100km/h in 5.9 seconds.
