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The latest in a long line of German-engineered GTIs dating back more than three decades, to the days of the early Rabbit versions, the 2007 Volkswagen GTI is as fast as it looks -- and it looks mighty fast, with its racing-oriented front end design, red-striped grille, angled headlights, dashing roof line, horseshoe-patterned alloy wheels, and tricked-out interior. .

Power comes in the form of a turbocharged, direct-fuel-injected, intercooled, 2.0-liter inline four-cylinder engine that produces a respectable 200 horsepower..

A six-speed manual transmission, with a great-looking sports shifter, is standard, while a six-speed automatic Tiptronic transmission, with a special gate for manual shifting, is optional.

For 2007, the GTI is available in both two-door (coupe) and four-door (sedan) versions, with a lengthy list of standard features including air conditioning, power windows, remote power door locks, power exterior mirrors, dual front and side airbags, a sport steering wheel, six-way adjustable sports seats, a rear lip spoiler, and a 10-speaker AM/FM satellite-ready stereo system with an in-dash CD changer and steering-wheel-mounted radio controls.

Other interior features include a three-spoke racing-inspired leather-wrapped steering wheel, alloy pedals, blue-glow instrument gauges, and extra grab handles (for use in those tight corners). Anti-lock brakes, traction control, and stability control are also part of the package.

So how good is the 2007 Volkwagen GTI? Automobile Magazine designated the GTI its Automobile of the Year, and drivers praised its handling, performance, comfort, and safety features.

SPECS:

Engines

	Turbocharged dohc I4
Size, liters/cu. in.	2.0 /121
Horsepower @ rpm.	200 @ 5100
Torque (lb-ft) @ rpm.	207 @ 1800
Availability	Standard
EPA City / highway mpg
6-speed manual	23/32
6-speed SMT	25/31

Vehicle Dimensions

Specification	2-door hatchback	4-door hatchback
Wheelbase, in.	101.5	101.5
Overall Length, in.	165.8	165.8
Overall Width, in.	69.3	69.3
Overall Height, in.	58.4	58.4
Curb Weight, lbs.	3100	3162
Cargo Volume, cu. ft.	15.1	14.7
Standard Payload, lbs.	--	--
Fuel Capacity, gals.	14.5	14.5
Seating Capacity	5	5
Front Head Room, in.	39.3	39.3
Max. Front Leg Room, in.	41.2	41.2
Rear Head Room, in.	38.5	38.5
Max. Rear Leg Room, in.	35.3	35.3

NHTSA Crash-Test Results

Test	2-door hatchback	4-door hatchback
Front Impact, Driver	4	NA
Front Impact, Passenger	4	NA
Rollover Resistance	4	NA
Side Impact, Driver	5	NA
Side Impact, Rear Passenger	5	NA

Manufacturer's Warranty

Class	Years/Miles	Comments
Powertrain	5/60,000	--
Bumper-to-bumper	4/50,000	--
Corrosion	12/unlimited	--
Free roadside assistance	4/50,000	--
Free scheduled maintenance	None/--	--

Built in: Germany
Drivewheels: front-wheel drive