However, it also marked the end of an era for U.S. enthusiasts as Volkswagen discontinued manual transmissions for the Golf GTI and Golf R. In a last hoorah of the iconic hot hatchback’s manual ...

Volkswagen’s familiar EA888 2-litre turbocharged ... nor as much sound deadening as in a standard GTI. Buyers could even choose to go without air conditioning to save another 15kg.

Modern touches such as Matrix LED headlights and 3D LED tail lights can be programmed with custom welcome and goodbye signatures. Volkswagen India, take lessons, please. Inside, the Golf GTI ...