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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  Best Darn Car Ever! - 2006 Volkswagen GTI
  By Cody - August 30 - 8:00 am

  This car has it all. Comfort and Umph! All gears have something to offer: first and second for zipping around the city, third and fourth for passing / getting out of jams, and fifth and sixth for the long trips and showing off. Yes, 5 and 6 still have plenty of pep. 207 lbs. of torque! Oh... Compare your service plan to the GTI.

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  Just what I expected and more - 2006 Volkswagen GTI
  By drew - August 1 - 7:06 pm

  I dont really feel like typing out a long review, but Ive owned an 03 GTI before this and the jump from a previous generation to the current generation is so substantial that its as if they rebuilt the entire car from the ground up. The chassis rigidity is superb and the motor is definitely worthy of the awards it has been receiving, both for around the town and even on a track. While this may not be a performer like the STi or Evo, it holds its own quite well. If its stock performance really bugs you enough, there are many tuner choices for just a simple ECU upgrade that pumps the car up ~50 horsepower and ~80 torque. Ive no complaints with the car at all other than no lsd.

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  Best GTI Ever - 2006 Volkswagen GTI
  By thom - March 26 - 4:30 pm

  I think the GTI is very versatile. It is great at running around town in traffic, etc, and it fantastic fun when no one else is around and you "open" it up. It loves to go fast! The quality of the interior is awesome. It is hard to believe you can get such a great car at this price to me.

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  Junk - 2006 Volkswagen GTI
  By Themistaken - January 20 - 8:10 am

  I do not not like anything about this car. I had it for one month and had to take it back. It was slow, the styling stunk, and the seats were uncomfortable. I am a huge VW fan. I race their cars on a touring circuit, and have two corrados, a 93 GTI, and a 97 Jetta, but this one by far is the worst that I have ever seen, sat in, and driven.

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  BPs GTI review - 2006 Volkswagen GTI
  By big papa - January 7 - 12:46 pm

  The gTI is a sleeper for sure. People are so suprised with this cars performance. Everyone thinks its like a Sentra or Civic. No way, its a tuner car for adults.

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  2006 VW GTI Nightmare - 2006 Volkswagen GTI
  By kevin clinton - December 8 - 1:13 pm

  I purchased a 2006 GTI in June. My vehicle is has less than 3,000 miles on it. I gave it to my son for doing well in high school and earning a college scholarship. On his first trip to school from Clearwater, FL to Florence, SC the A/C compressor cracked in half, backed off the enginge and shreded the belt. He made it as far as Orlando. The parts are back ordered three weeks. The mechanic at VW informed me that he has three Passats waiting for the same part. It appears to be a recall candidate, yet VW America denies any issues. I purchased this vehicle for piece of mind as my sons campus is about 500 miles away and it breaks down on first trip to school. VWs customer service has been terrible. Beware, 2006 GTI may be fun to drive, but it has problems.

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  Well, I Wanted to like this Car... - 2006 Volkswagen GTI
  By MikeR - November 19 - 7:20 pm

  I bought my GTI in June, and I have had nothing but issues with it. The airbag light keeps coming on, which the dealer fixed twice. With the sunroof open, and the windows up, it sounds like a machine gun is being fired in the car...the wind noise is so loud, it is useless to even drive this way. The torque is nice to have down low, but on the highway, I have nothing left in the top end. I wish it had a little more REAL power up top. Also, the car makes a strange metal tapping/rattling noise up front somewhere, and the center dash rattles. All and all, this is what I have come to expect from VW, which is bells, whistles and a whole lot of buyers remorse.

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  Luxury Fast! - 2006 Volkswagen GTI
  By mes70 - October 31 - 5:53 pm

  I traded up from the Mark IV GTI to this fantastic car. In every way its an improvement over the previous generation. I cant recommend this car highly enough. It feels like Im driving a $30,000+ car. It has a buttery engine, super torque, and high quality refinement in the cabin. Hearing the engine pulse through the interior is a true highlight, as is the exhaust note. When youre not gunning it, the interior is so quiet. It has very little road noise. Its truly an escape after a hard day at work. For those that want some exciting get up and go with a refined, grown-up, classy interior, this is it. It gets my highest recommendation. Get in touch with your Fast.

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  Great Car - 2006 Volkswagen GTI
  By drew - September 27 - 6:03 pm

  Well, Ill admit I never even test drove a civic si, or any other "competing" car in the same segment. I already know the GTI handles great, has very easy power (especially with mods), and that the looks were leagues ahead of other hatchbacks (interior and out.) I love the plaid seats, the subtle yet aggressive lines, and most of all the motor. With a 2 liter Im making 260 wtq and 230 whp with just chip, exhaust, and intake. I find that more then enough for a daily driver and equal or better then any other stock hatchback out there. Ive had only one problem with the car, an airbag light I got fixed under warranty. Ive watched other hatchbacks come out, and am very glad I chose the GTI.

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  Im in Love - 2006 Volkswagen GTI
  By Johanna - August 27 - 7:56 pm

  I love almost everything about this car. I feel like Im in my parents Mercedes when Im in the car, except for its much better price tag. The performance is awesome, the torque in 2nd gear makes me all giddy. I thought about getting the leather package, but the plaid interior was just too gorgeous (although many people think otherwise, but who cares). I definitely am happy with my purchase. I cant wait to break it in so I can really see it perform!