2004 Volkswagen GTI - Reviews - Buying Guide
2004 Volkswagen GTI Buying Resources:
2004 Volkswagen GTI Review:
While Volkswagen Golfs are zippy hatchbacks that get up to
speed quickly and handle well in tight situations, they are
no match for 2004 Volkswagen GTI models. As the top-line Golf
variants, boasting more power and standard features, GTIs
satisfy that need for speed that more than a few of us have.
This year, the GTI lineup grows from two models to three.
Due midyear is an all-new R32 model. The new R32 has a strong
V6 engine under its hood that really allows for some fast
times.
But that’s not all. Volkswagen’s latest high-powered Golf
will come with standard all-wheel drive. The combination of
AWD and high-performance features, coupled with the standard
comfort and safety of all Golf models, makes this new entry
quite an appealing one. But remember, it won’t be offered
until the middle of the model year.
Under the Hood
The engine that separates the GTI from the rest of the Golf
pack is a 1.8-liter turbocharged inline 4-cylinder. It revs
up to 180 horsepower at 5500 rpm and 173 lb-ft of torque at
1950 rpm. The front-wheel drive GTI is offered with a 5-speed
manual transmission or a 5-speed automatic transmission with
a manual-shift gate.
Gripping the road with automatic sensors and a full-time
stability system, the GTI uses its traction control and sport
suspension setups to ensure maximum responsiveness and smooth
control.
As its name suggests, the most important feature of the GTI
VR6 is the 2.8-liter V6 engine under its hood. It cranks out
200 horsepower at 6200 rpm and 195 lb-ft of torque at 3200
rpm.
6-speed manual transmission is standard with the GTI VR6.
For security and control, it has brake assist and an antiskid
system.
Standard Features, Options Packages and Style
The GTI is offered as a two-door hatchback. As the top-line
versions of the Volkswagen Golf, GTI models have a good amount
of standard equipment.
Standard features for 2004 include air conditioning, cruise
control, height-adjustable front bucket seats, a center console,
heated power mirrors and power windows and door locks. There’s
also an AM/FM/cassette/CD player with a Monsoon sound system
for your listening pleasure.
A Leather Package is optional for 2004. It adds leather upholstery,
heated front seats and heated washer nozzles.
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