2007 Volkswagen Golf GTI Edition 30

The fastest and most powerful production Golf GTI yet is set to kick off celebrations as 2007 marks the 30th anniversary of the original hot hatch – the Mk1 Golf GTI. Despite three decades having passed since the defining GTI was conceived, the spirit of the original is still very much alive in the new Golf GTI Edition 30.

At its heart is an uprated version of the 2.0-litre, ultra-responsive four-cylinder T-FSI engine fitted to the standard GTI. The result is 230 hp – a rise of 30 PS over the standard car. This is mated to a choice of six-speed manual or sequential DSG gearboxes channelling drive through the front wheels.

The new Golf GTI Edition 30 will sprint to 60 mph in only 6.6 seconds (6.6 secs when equipped with DSG) before reaching a maximum of 150 mph.

Joining the dynamic tweaks is a fresh new look for the GTI Edition 30. New body-coloured side skirts are paired with a new chin spoiler for the front bumper and a body-coloured rear bumper. A subtle ‘GTI’ badge sits on the bootlid below tinted rear lights. Completing the look are a set of unique 18-inch ‘Pescara’ alloy wheels.

Inside, the GTI Edition 30 benefits from unique sports seats finished in ‘Interlagos’ cloth trim and completed with leather side bolsters and headrest. The distinctive golf ball gear knob synonymous with the Mk1 GTI also makes a welcome comeback. Elsewhere silver sill plates featuring a unique ‘Edition 30’ logo are joined by the sculpted leather GTI steering wheel complete with red stitching.

Equipment levels for the Edition 30, as on the standard GTI, are high, with ABS, ESP (Electronic Stabilisation Programme), six airbags, radio/CD player, 2Zone electronic climate control and twin chrome exhaust tailpipes all featured.

Just 1,500 examples of the GTI Edition 30 will be available from early January with a range of six paint colours ranging from Candy White to the searing Tornado Red. Prices for the anniversary model start at just over $41000 for the three-door model, with a $2500 premium for the DSG-equipped car. The GTI Edition 30 is also available with five doors for an additional $950.

Source: VolkswagenMedia

EvoAudi - 10/30/2006 10:04:17 PM

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please let 5-door come to U.S if edition 30 comes to U.S period

S4cabriofox - 10/30/2006 10:08:19 PM

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The next-gen A4 2.0T should come with that 230hp engine. It would make sense- it would be positioned above VW models, and it would be a class-leading small engine, tied with the BMW 328i.

chewy - 10/31/2006 12:02:46 AM

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That is correct. The 230 hp 2.0TFSI will first come in the Audi TT Quattro.

JUGNU - 10/31/2006 5:20:41 AM

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"That is correct. The 230 hp 2.0TFSI will first come in the Audi TT Quattro"

Incorrect, already came in this special edition VW Golf GTI.
So VW is the first to have this engine then it will take it's place in Audi's line-up.

JUGNU

chewy - 10/31/2006 7:36:40 PM

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I was talking about in an Audi product. And this car hasn't been released yet.

weirdguy0627 - 11/3/2006 7:37:24 AM

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yet, another beast