- hatchback 126,978
- 8,986 high price
- Springfield, IL
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- autoshopper.com
- hatchback 126,978 gasoline black automatic
2008 volkswagen gti review this car review is specific to this model, not the actual vehicle for sale. Lowered ride height for improved handling. introductionthe volkswagen gti demonstrates how much fun a small, practical car can be. The gti gets an epa-rated 21/29 mpg city/highway with the manual transmission, or 22/29 mpg with the direct shift gearbox. for 2008, the gti suspension has been lowered a half-inch for a sportier stance. A lower ride height lowers the center of gravity, which usually improves handling. With 207 pound-feet of torque holding steady from 1800 to 5000 rpm, the gti responds quickly to the gas pedal at any engine speed. the direct shift gearbox, or dsg, is bit a of f1 wizardry that can be left in a fully automatic mode or can be manually manipulated via paddle shifters on the steering wheel. Each comes with a six-speed manual transmission or six-speed automatic direct shift gearbox 1,075). standard features include eight-way-adjustable front seats with interlagos plaid cloth inserts; air conditioning; a 40/60 split folding rear seat; hid headlights with washers; fog lights; cruise control; trip computer; remote unlocking; power windows that can be opened or closed with the key fob; aluminum alloy pedals; a 10-speaker audio system with 6cd changer and mp3 playback; a tilt and telescoping steering column with audio controls on the steering wheel. Tires are 17-inch summer performance tires on alloy wheels; all-season tires are available as a no-cost option. the autobahn package 3,020) upgrades with sport seats with partial leather seating surfaces, a power sunroof, heated front seats and washer nozzles, and an audio amplifier. Also available are 18-inch vision v wheels with all-season tires 1,699). Dealers can install a set of rubber floor mats that includes a trunk liner 185); and a lower-body aero kit 1,650). safety equipment includes front airbags, front side-impact airbags, side curtain airbags, three-point harnesses for all seating positions (wear them), and latch child seat anchors. Anti-lock brakes (abs) also come standard, along with brake assist, electronic brake-force distribution (ebd), electronic stability control (esp), and traction control (consisting of anti-slip regulation and electronic differential lock, plus engine-braking assist). And though its creases may have been softened, its face has been made bolder. Plus, there's just enough of a muscular bulge to the fender wells filled by 17- or 18-inch tires, and just enough lip to the rear spoiler to hint at the performance potential. the classic gti emblem is displayed like a well-earned badge against a black honeycomb grille that features a red accent stripe in the shape of a slightly devilish smile, all traditional gti styling cues. the shape of the headlamp covers, which have an almost winking eye form, accentuates this mischievous attitude. Three large, black honeycombed air vents in the lower fascia enhance the strength of the front end, with large fog lamps housed in the outboard intakes. viewed in profile, the windshield rakes quickly back over the front of the passenger compartment and the roofline ends with a wind-cheating spoiler above the back window. This view also gains visual strength and a sporty stance from the way the car's waistline rises and the side windows taper above the rear fenders. Also noticeable in the profile view are the red-colored brake calipers that show through all of the various wheel choices and proclaim that this is an all-around performance car, designed to stop as well as it goes. even with the airy wheels and showy brakes, however, the five-door can't help but look a bit more utilitarian than the three-door. The cover can be removed when carrying taller objects. the rear seat can hold three people. It's best suited for two, however, who can get more comfortable by tipping out the wide center armrest. Those sitting in the back get cup holders and storage cubbies, and plenty of rear legroom if those in the front seats aren't tall. in the two-door model, access to the back seat is easy because of a feature that vw calls easy entry. Slide the front seat back and it stops in its original position, and the seat back also returns to its former position, so the driver or front-seat passenger can climb in without having to make any readjustments. However, this is not a car for everyone. The seats may be too snug for some, and others won't like the black, gray, white and red-striped interlagos plaid pattern in the seating and back area between the bolsters. Gti faithful will love these seats, however, and consider the interlagos plaid an iconic part of the original gti. It's named after the racing circuit used for the brazilian grand prix. Those who don't like the plaid can opt for black leather seats with a small gti emblem stitched into the upper part of the seat back. Cup holders are positioned on the center console so they don't interfere with gear changing. Curiously, this is one of the few dimensions where the two body styles differ. Either number would do credit to a mid-size car. On winding pavement, we preferred the six-speed manual, which allowed us to feel truly connected to car and road. the dsg automatic functions essentially as a computer-controlled manual that shifts at the speed of electrons. Cruise Control✔ Power Windows✔ Anti-lock Brakes✔ Heated Seats✔ CD Changer✔ Air Conditioning✔ Navigation System✔ Leather Seats✔ Sunroof/Moonroof✔ Alloy Wheels
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