Used Volkswagen Golf GTI (2005 - 2008) Review Review by David Ross on 09 Jan 2006 Last Updated: 12 Sep 2014 4.5 The Golf GTI came back with a bang in 2005. Powered by a turbocharged 200bhp 2. Latest Volkswagen Golf GTI review Summary Driving & Performance Equipment Comfort Costs Safety & Reliability Buying & Selling Owners' Reviews Also Consider Facts & Figures Gallery Great performance, fun to drive, easy to live with, iconic badge Expensive compared to some hot hatches and not as quick either New price range: £20,635 - £24,465 Used price range: £2,102 - £7,506 View all used prices Summary Parkers Rating: 4.5 out of 5 The Golf GTI came back with a bang in 2005. Powered by a turbocharged 200bhp 2.0T FSI engine, it's smooth, refined and pleasingly quick to drive plus there's a choice of the standard six-speed manual or an optional semi-automatic DSG gearbox. On the road the GTI is simply superb, cornering with accurate precision and providing plenty of surefooted grip.It looks the part too with styling cues and features such as the chequered seat fabric designed to evoke memories of the original model. Stylish, quick and enjoyable to drive, as hot hatches go, the Golf GTI is firmly back on top. Two special editions, the Edition 30 and Pirelli, offer 30bhp more than the standard GTI, along with unique styling touches inside and out. Parkers Ratings Overall 4.5 out of 5 Performance 4.5 out of 5 Handling 4 out of 5 Comfort 4 out of 5 Practicality 3.5 out of 5 Behind the wheel 4.5 out of 5 Safety 4.5 out of 5 Reliability 4.5 out of 5 Running costs 3.5 out of 5 Green credentials 3 out of 5 Buying used 3.5 out of 5 Selling 4 out of 5 Equipment 4 out of 5 What owners say... “ Good for transporting 4 to 5 adults, yet easy to park - it feels bigger inside. ” 5 out of 5 Caroline Matthews , 21 Oct 2014 ... read more “ It's built to fit big drivers (I'm 6'4") and the rear comfortably fits large adults even for long journeys. Good fuel economy on long trips (40mpg). ” 5 out of 5 Chris Birrell , 07 Oct 2014 ... read more “ The GTI badge does not take away any practicality, it is still a golf. You can still carry 5 people and it has a respectful boot size for your shopping. I get 33 MPG on average. On motorway runs I can... ” 5 out of 5 Adrian Richards , 20 May 2014 ... read more See all Owners' Reviews Read the full facts and figures about this car Compare this car to other cars Next steps View 72 used Volkswagen Golf GTIs for sale Get an Insurance QuoteRead 43 owners' reviews Tweet Other Volkswagen reviews Continue to: Driving & Performance Best deals on Volkswagen Golf GTIs Used Volkswagen Golf 2.0 GTI 5d DSG (2008/57) Price £4,250 Save £870 Stratton Autos Limited Used Volkswagen Golf 2.0 GTI 5d DSG (2005/05) Price £3,875 Save £785 Excel Motors Used Volkswagen Golf 2.0 GTI 5d DSG (2008/08) Price £4,400 Save £630 Motorexe Ltd Used Volkswagen Golf 2.0 GTI 5d DSG (2006/06) Price £4,480 Save £595 Robertson Car Sales
“ Good for transporting 4 to 5 adults, yet easy to park - it feels bigger inside. ” 5 out of 5 Caroline Matthews , 21 Oct 2014 ... read more
“ It's built to fit big drivers (I'm 6'4") and the rear comfortably fits large adults even for long journeys. Good fuel economy on long trips (40mpg). ” 5 out of 5 Chris Birrell , 07 Oct 2014 ... read more
“ The GTI badge does not take away any practicality, it is still a golf. You can still carry 5 people and it has a respectful boot size for your shopping. I get 33 MPG on average. On motorway runs I can... ” 5 out of 5 Adrian Richards , 20 May 2014 ... read more