Overview & Reviews

For the old 1.8T GTI, the VR6 style has been dropped and more features, including 17-inch wheels and stability control, are now standard. Starting in the late spring of 2006, the 1.8T Volkswagen GTI will be slowly phased out in favor of a fully redesigned model. As before, this performance hatchback will be based on the upcoming next-generation Golf. Highlights for the new GTI include increased performance, new styling and more interior room.

• Hatchback utility, upscale features and interior design, strong engine and automated manual gearbox of redesigned GTI.

• Higher price than those of its competitors, old GTI lacks oomph.

User Reviews:

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  It makes you think about corners - 2006 Volkswagen GTI
  By Jason - January 26 - 2:50 pm

  I just got mine June 9th and I love it. I fell for these GTIs this year at the Pittsburgh Auto Show, and was luckily able to get the numbers right to buy. The Black Magic is awesome, it looks like a piece of charcoal up close. My Fast has come back and we are living happily ever after (It left me 6 years ago when I bought a 1996 Civic DX). I think if Apple made a car they would integrate some of these little details.

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  The hottest car Ive ever owned! - 2006 Volkswagen GTI
  By Redlinez - January 11 - 10:23 am

  I just bought it on 5/17 and the only thing Im unhappy about is having to wait so long for lunch and to go home! I dont know what it takes for some of you to rate a car highly, but this is the best vehicle Ive owned out of 30. It has unbelievable handling, a superb interior, its full of features, and I got 26 mpg on the first tank. This car has that intangible "right" feel like no other. Its power is an absolute blast, its fun to embarrass other cars that cost quite a bit more. Its suspension tuning is spot on. It has safety features are everywhere. I felt drunk the first few days of ownership. I also considered the Civic Si sedan, but couldnt wait and 129 lb. ft. of torque wont cut it for me.

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  Great Car - 2006 Volkswagen GTI
  By KJ Rutherford - December 6 - 11:30 pm

  The 2006 Volkswagen GTI is great to drive, quick off the mark, finally capable of keeping up with the Opel OPC, has a smooth ride, and great comfort. You have got to love German engineering.

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  youth mobile - 2006 Volkswagen GTI
  By JJD - October 26 - 5:36 pm

  My third gti and this one is the best by far, fun to drive my three kids fit in the back very nicely. Only car I have owned that makes you want to drive and I have had them all.

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  I love my Fast, but drop me an inch - 2006 Volkswagen GTI
  By Roger W. - August 29 - 9:56 pm

  This is my 4th VW and 2nd GTI and I have to say that the fit and finish are great, and the performance is what I expected. After driving a Saturn SL2 for 165,000 miles this cars steering is amazingly responsive, the 6-speed gearbox takes a little getting use to, and the brakes do stop you very quickly. Time to go run Redwood and have another Porsche for breakfast!

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  Just too much fun! - 2006 Volkswagen GTI
  By Turbo Freak - July 3 - 12:50 pm

  My son and I just bought a pair of matching GTIs. I cant tell you how impressed we are! They are very fast, comfortable, economical and just plain fun! A word of caution to all who are contemplating getting the ground effects kit. I had mine installed yesterday and found that the factory black side skirts are epoxied on! When they removed them some paint came with it! After a minor paint and buff on the glue areas its perfect. I wish I could post a picture because the improvement in looks is well worth it! The original black trim is too "Golf" looking to me. The DSG is simply amazing and the handling and brakes are superb. I would highly recommend this car to anyone....period.

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  Excellent Car - 2006 Volkswagen GTI
  By reducatione - May 3 - 1:06 am

  I just bought a new 2006 Volkswagen GTI. I came from a 2001 Audi TT. This car is very spacious, has quick exceleration, and comfy seats.

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  GTI Rocks! - 2006 Volkswagen GTI
  By GTIROCKS - March 29 - 4:16 pm

  Even though Ive only had it for 3 weeks, its an absolute blast to drive! Now I understand V-Dubs "drivers wanted" tag-line. My wife bought a 2005 MkIV in 2/06 and that turned me on to the GTI. The car is perfect and fast as heck. Im 54 yrs. old and have had Cadillacs, an Olds Aurora, Mazda6 (good car) but the GTI is the fastest, best handling car so far. Period.

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  Best of everything - 2006 Volkswagen GTI
  By m3arctic - March 29 - 3:00 am

  I ordered this GTI with all the options, 18 inch wheels and factory navigation. It is a perfect car. It has plenty of power, build quality and the user interface with the navigation is incredible. The DSG transmision is superb, you can use the paddle shifters or you can let it shift by itself. Either way is just as fun.

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  Excellent Car - 2006 Volkswagen GTI
  By Deadeye - March 26 - 6:00 am

  I traded in a 2001 Ford F-150 Lightning for my Volkswagen GTI and I dont miss it at all. This is the best deal I have ever made.