The MK7 GTI is powered by a 2.0-litre turbocharged direct-injection petrol engine (TSI) with 220 PS (162 kW; 217 hp). In the GTI Performance version, the engine's maximum power is boosted to 230 PS (169 kW; 227 hp). Both GTI models develop a maximum torque of 350 N⋅m (258 lbf⋅ft). The standard GTI accelerates to 62 mph (100 km/h) in 6.5 seconds and reaches a top speed of 152 mph (245 km/h). The GTI Performance has a top speed of 155 mph (249 km/h) and takes 6.4 seconds for the sprint to 62 mph (100 km/h). Despite its performance, it is in insurance group 29E—five groups lower than its predecessor. Both versions of the GTI are equipped with a Stop/Start system and fulfill the EU-6 emissions standard that took effect in 2014. With a six-speed manual gearbox, they attain the same low fuel consumption value of 47.1 mpg‑imp (6.00 L/100 km; 39.2 mpg‑US) (CO2 emissions of 139 g/km). This means that the latest Golf GTI offers an 18 per cent improvement in fuel economy compared to the previous model. With the optional six-speed DSG gearbox, the two GTI models achieve fuel consumption figures of 44.1 mpg‑imp (6.41 L/100 km; 36.7 mpg‑US) (equivalent to 148 g/km CO2 for the standard GTI and 149 g/km CO2 for the GTI Performance). Buyers who opt for the £980 Performance pack gain not just an extra 10 PS of power, but also upgraded brakes and a limited-slip differential. The front differential is a new development, dubbed VAQ. This provides more neutral and agile driving behaviour and allows higher speeds to be carried through curves. The system consists of a multi-plate coupler between the differential cage and right driveshaft, which controls locking torque electro-hydraulically. Visually, vehicles with the Performance pack are distinguished by 'GTI' lettering on the front brake calipers, black mirror caps, and red GTI badges on the front and rear. As well as high performance, a high level of safety equipment comes as standard in the Golf GTI. On top of high passive safety levels—thanks in part to a passenger cell made from high- and ultra-high strength steels—active safety features include the Automatic Post-Collision Braking system, which automatically applies the vehicle brakes after an accident to reduce the chances of a second impact; the pre-crash system, which tensions seatbelts and closes windows and the sunroof if an accident is likely to improve the effectiveness of the airbags; Front Assist, which warns the driver in the event of coming too close to the vehicle in front, can prime the brakes, and operates at speeds of up to 99 mph; City Emergency Braking, which can automatically brake the vehicle at speeds below 18 mph; Automatic Distance Control, a radar-operated cruise control that maintains a set distance from the vehicle in front; and seven airbags as standard, including one for the driver's knees. In countries like Mexico, the GTI version is only available with the five-door body style, with no plans to introduce the three-door body.

USP Motorsports carbon fiber tear drop intake, ECS tuning diverter valve spacer, CTS turbo inlet pipe, CTS turbo muffler delete, Rev9 catback exhaust. Engine Bay: USP Motorsports Aggressiv carbon fiber engine cover, Premium Deutsch carbon fiber coolant reservoir cover, 034 Motorsports carbon fiber fuse box cover, Armaspeed carbon fiber battery cover, red Zspec engine dress up kit.

ECS tuning carbon fiber steering wheel trim overlay, ECS tuning red billet ebrake handle, ECS tuning red billet paddle extensions, Volkswagen mojo floormats, klii motorsports plaid rear view mirror overlay, klii motorsports plaid steering wheel emblem inlay, Camberwell airlift controller holder, various carbon fiber interior trim overlays.

CMST widebody kit, USP Motorsports Aggressiv carbon fiber rear spoiler, USP Motorsports Aggressiv carbon fiber rear diffuser, USP Motorsports Aggressiv carbon fiber front splitter, USP Motorsports Aggressiv carbon fiber mirror caps, USP Motorsports Aggressiv carbon fiber eyelids, ECS tuning carbon fiber fuel door overlay, ECS tuning carbon fiber antenna cover, klii motorsports carbon steel metallic emblem inlays, BMP tuning carbon fiber VW emblems, ECS Tuning carbon fiber fog light bumper flares, red galaxy vinyl wrapped roof.

18x10.5 -6 offset Leon Hardiritt Bugles with powder coated translucent faces and 4.5" polished lips.

225/40/18 Lexani LXUHP-207

Airlift Performance 3p kit all around. Whiteline adjustable end links and Powerflex front sway bar bushings.

Custom trunk setup with red galaxy vinyl wrapped compressors and FLO tank, custom hard lines, plexiglass and lighting.

I've been doing shows for quite some time now and have had mainly hondas. I picked up the VW after my civic got totaled but I haven't had the GTI for a full year yet. I went to an all Volkswagen/Audi show last year in September and placed 1st for best water cooled car at the Old Volks show. Other than that I have a few other trophies from smaller shows in Oklahoma City where I'm from.

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