VOLKSWAGEN TAKES WRAPS OFF SPECIAL EDITION GTI

This ample four is mated to a driver's only six-speed manual transmission.No automatic drivers need apply.Also in New York, Volkswagen is bringing back its popular JettaGLI-a model that first appeared at Los Angeles and is designed to appeal tothe true Volkswagen driving enthusiast who wants the power, performance anddynamic style of the automaker's best engineering but does not necessarilywant to buy a long list of standard luxury equipment.

The Jetta GLI will soon hook up with the upcoming GTI VR6 to becomeVolkswagen's highest powered V6 car ever. Using the highly acclaimed VR6,Volkswagen has added four valves per cylinder to this engine, boosting itsoutput from 174 hp to 200 hp. Just as importantly, the engine creates 195lbs. ft of torque at 3,200 rpm.

Both the new higher-powered Jetta GLI and GTI, which both go on sale thisMay, offer the first six-speed manual transmission in the Jetta or GTI modelline up. Built for ultimate driver control, the six-speed manual allows thedriver to pick the perfect gear and rpm range for his or her driving styleor situation. Uniquely, the six speed offers two final drives allowing foroptimal performance control and economy.

ESP is also standard in this GLI model and the GTI VR6 to come.As you would expect, the Jetta GLI is dressed for performance, comingstandard with special 17-inch alloy wheels, dual chrome exhausts, GLIbadging, special cloth sports seats, a three-spoke leather steering wheel,leather shift knob, boot and handbrake.Colors will include Black Uni, Reflex Silver, Galactic Blue andTornado Red. It will be priced at $22,950.