Volkswagen Golf GTI Original 2018 review
- Price From $37,490
What we like
- Superb fun
- Willing and flexible engine
- Great price
What we don't
- No sat nav
- DSG low-speed lurch
- High servicing costs
The 2018 Volkswagen Golf GTI Original is here to offer buyers a stripped back - but not stripped out - hot hatch experience.
It has been 42 years since the original Volkswagen Golf GTI was launched in Europe, and this new model has a simple focus: reliving the glory days, drawing on an illustrious past of the German brand creating fun and fast compact cars.
There are only 200 available. It is only available in three-door guise. Those are both limiting factors as to whether you'll be able or willing to buy one.
But let me tell you - after attending the launch of the new budget-focused Golf GTI Original model, it could be the best of the bunch.
Verdict
The Volkswagen Golf GTI Original is a peach. It's still just as fun to drive as the regular Golf GTI models - they haven't skimped with this car, it's pure VW engineering that just happens to be more affordable.
For me, this GTI is not only the Original - it's also the best.
Is a three-door Golf GTI something you'd consider? Let us know in the comments section below.
Volkswagen Golf GTI Original 2018 review
What we like
- Superb fun
- Willing and flexible engine
- Great price
What we don't
- No sat nav
- DSG low-speed lurch
- High servicing costs
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