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2012 Volkswagen Golf gti

Mathieu St-Pierre
2012 Volkswagen Golf GTI
Rating
86%
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  • 2.0T is marvelous, as always
  • 6-speed manual
  • Subtle all-business add-ons
  • Perfect driving position
  • Only comes fully loaded in Canada
  • That means it gets a sunroof. Grrrr!
  • Fantastic high-back seats only for Europe
Rob Rothwell
2012 Volkswagen Golf GTI 2.5 Sportline
Rating
74%
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  • Lots of cabin space for a compact car
  • Euro driving dynamics
  • Spirited handling
  • Well designed and laid-out cabin
  • Uninspiring powerplant
  • Unimpressive fuel economy
Michel Deslauriers
2012 Volkswagen Golf GTI
Rating
86%
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  • Gobs of low-end torque
  • Tasteful exterior appearance
  • Fun to drive
  • Only gets attention from VW fans
  • Not much quicker than a GTI
  • $10,000 more than a 5-door GTI
Marie-Andrée Ayotte
2012 Volkswagen Golf GTI 2.5 Sportline
Rating
85%
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  • Sporty handling
  • Solid chassis
  • Good brakes
  • Average seat comfort