Overview & Reviews
The 2008 Volkswagen GTI receives a lower ride height for better handling, and minor equipment and trim level changes.
- Hatchback utility, upscale features and interior design, strong turbocharged engine, optional sequential-shifting DSG gearbox.
- Higher price than many competitors, handling nimbleness dulled by beefy curb weight.
User Reviews:
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My GTi is a Hoot to drive!! - 2008 Volkswagen GTI
By ChiefSectionB - August 10 - 4:06 pmThis German Rocket is the most fun Ive had in a car!! Autobahn package worth the price. Handles great. The exhaust note is sublime... no mods needed. Performance/price ratio is off the chart. First tank mixed town/country driving was 27.6 MPG, and 2nd tank interstate driving (75-80 MPH) was 28.8 MPG.
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This is the One - 2008 Volkswagen GTI
By My Name is Fast - October 25 - 7:40 amI am one of those types of people who can not settle on a car. I have owned twelve other cars in my lifetime and this one tops them all by far. I traded in my Passat TDI for the GTI because diesel prices were out of control and I dont regret it a bit. This car is faster and handles better than my wifes Audi TT. I challenge anyone to find a car that handles better in the curves and can function as a daily driver as well. This may be the car or at least the brand/style of car that I finally stick with. I finally know what fast looks and feels like and this is it. Theres only one word to describe this vehicle: Fahrvergnügen.
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Great car - 2008 Volkswagen GTI
By vitriol - May 4 - 10:33 pmLove it. Test drove lots of others (Civic Si, Mazdaspeed3, 350z), and none come close to having this cars combo of speed, handling, practicality, fuel economy and build quality. The interior is driver-focused and fit-and-finish is Audi-esque. Handling is near perfect (although I budgeted for them, suspension upgrades may not be necessary at all). Most importantly, its the impression of speed that is so great in this car: it feels faster than other cars, even if it isnt actually. For the performance, styling, fit-and-finish and the all- important fun-to-drive factor, this car is arguably perfect. Great fuel econ and massive cargo space make it a great all-around value
