2008 Volkswagen GTI

Horsepower: 200 @ 5100-6000
Torque (lb-ft): 207 @ 1800-5000
Weight: 3100 lbs
0-60: TBD

Bodystyle: 2dr Car
Market Segment: 2-door Compact ...
Engine type: Gas Turbocharged I4
Transmission type: 6 Manual w/OD

MSRP: $21,193 - $22,730

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"Volkswagen as an automotive manufacturer is represented around the globe, and we have a strong history in motorsports, including successful spec racing Cup programs in more than 10 countries," said Volkswagen Motorsport Director Kris Nissen. "The GTI Cup in America will underscore Volkswagen’s competitive spirit and the inspiration we take from racing into the building of our vehicles."

While the GTI Cup racer will be optimized for track performance and safety, the heart of the GTI remains the street version’s high-tech, 200-horsepower 2.0T four-cylinder engine that produces 207 ft.-lbs. of torque. Fitted with its automated manual DSG® transmission, electro-mechanical power rack-and-pinion steering system, and advanced multi-link fully independent sports-tuned rear suspension, the production vehicle is an extremely capable car for the track.

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Vehicle

• EPA Classification : Compact

Engine

• Engine Order Code : N/A
• Engine Type : Gas Turbocharged I4
• Displacement : 2.0L/121
• Fuel System : FSI
• SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM : 200 @ 5100-6000
• SAE Net Torque @ RPM : 207 @ 1800-5000

Transmission

• Drivetrain : Front Wheel Drive
• Trans Order Code : GVT
• Trans Type : 6
• Trans Description Cont. : Manual w/OD
• Trans Description Cont. Again : N/A
• First Gear Ratio (:1) : 3.36
• Second Gear Ratio (:1) : 2.09
• Third Gear Ratio (:1) : 1.47
• Fourth Gear Rato (:1) : 1.10
• Fifth Gear Ratio (:1) : 1.11
• Sixth Gear Ratio (:1) : 0.93
• Reverse Ratio (:1) : 1.64
• Clutch Size (in) : - TBD -
• Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1) : 3.94/3.09

Mileage

• EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG) : 21
• EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG) : 29

Electrical

• Cold Cranking Amps @ 0� F (Primary) : - TBD -
• Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps) : 120

Cooling System

• Total Cooling System Capacity (qts) : 8.4

Weight Information

• Base Curb Weight (lbs) : 3100

Trailering

• Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs) : N/A
• Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs) : N/A
• Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs) : N/A
• Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs) : N/A

Suspension

• Suspension Type - Front : Independent
• Suspension Type - Rear : Independent
• Suspension Type - Front (Cont.) : MacPherson Strut
• Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.) : 4-link
• Shock Absorber Diameter - Front (mm) : - TBD -
• Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear (mm) : - TBD -
• Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front (in) : - TBD -
• Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear (in) : - TBD -

Brakes

• Brake Type : Pwr
• Brake ABS System : 4-Wheel
• Disc - Front (Yes or ) : Yes
• Disc - Rear (Yes or ) : Yes
• Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) : 12.28 x 0.98
• Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) : 11.26 x 0.47
• Drum - Rear (Yes or ) : N/A
• Rear Drum Diam x Width (in) : N/A

Tires

• Front Tire Order Code : N/A
• Rear Tire Order Code : N/A
• Spare Tire Order Code : N/A
• Front Tire Size : 225/40R18
• Rear Tire Size : 225/40R18
• Spare Tire Size : Compact

Wheels

• Front Wheel Size (in) : 18 x 7.5
• Rear Wheel Size (in) : 18 x 7.5
• Spare Wheel Size (in) : - TBD -
• Front Wheel Material : Aluminum
• Rear Wheel Material : Aluminum
• Spare Wheel Material : Steel

Steering

• Steering Type : Pwr Rack & Pinion
• Steering Ratio (:1), Overall : 15.6
• Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) : 3.01
• Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft) : 35.8
• Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall (ft) : - TBD -

Fuel Tank

• Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal) : 14.5

Exterior Dimensions

• Wheelbase (in) : 101.5
• Length, Overall (in) : 165.8
• Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) : 69.3
• Height, Overall (in) : 58.4
• Tread Width, Front (in) : 60.4
• Tread Width, Rear (in) : 59.7
• Min Ground Clearance (in) : 5.6
• Liftover Height (in) : - TBD -

Cargo Area Dimensions

• Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Up (ft�) : 14.7
• Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Down (ft�) : - TBD -

Interior Dimensions

• Passenger Capacity : 5
• Passenger Volume (ft�) : 94.2
• Front Head Room (in) : 39.3
• Front Leg Room (in) : 41.2
• Front Shoulder Room (in) : 54.7
• Front Hip Room (in) : - TBD -
• Second Head Room (in) : 38.5
• Second Leg Room (in) : 35.3
• Second Shoulder Room (in) : 54.6
• Second Hip Room (in) : - TBD -

Summary

• Vehicle Name : GTI
• Body Style : 2 Door HB

News - Crash Test Results:

Frontal Driver: * * * *

Frontal Passenger: * * * *

Side Driver: * * * * *

Side Rear Passenger: * * * * *

Crash Test Note: Results based on a 35 MPH frontal crash and 38.5 MPH side crash. Results are reported in a range of one to five stars, with five stars indicating the best crash protection for vehicles within the same weight class. This test used driver and passenger belts and airbags.

NHTSA Rollover Rating: * * * *

Rollover Note: The Rollover Resistance Rating is an estimate of your risk of rolling over if you have a single vehicle crash. It does not predict the likelihood of that crash. The Rollover Resistance Rating utilizes a "fishhook" maneuver which is a series of abrupt turns at varying speeds to see how "top-heavy" a vehicle is. The more "top-heavy" the vehicle, the more likely it is to roll over. The lowest rated vehicles (1-star) are at least four times more likely to roll over than the highest rated vehicles (5-stars).

Rebate:

Incentive Note: One of the following incentives may apply to this vehicle. Regional incentives may vary.

Financing Incentive Min: 2.9

Expiration Date: 01/02/2008

Resource Name: vw.com

Resource Date: 11/19/2007

Recall:

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID: 07V442000

Mfg's Report Date: SEP 17, 2007

Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

Potential Number of Units Affected: 340000

Summary: CERTAIN VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." SOME VEHICLES MAY NOT HAVE HAD A REQUIRED CAP INSTALLED WHICH DISABLES THE HEADLIGHT HORIZONTAL AIM AND SOME VEHICLES MAY CONTAIN A CAP THAT DISABLES THE VERTICAL AIMING SCREW.

Consequence: INAPPROPRIATE, NON-STANDARD LIGHTING COULD REDUCE VISIBILITY OF VEHICLES AND INCREASE THE POTENTIAL FOR A CRASH.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT FOR THE PRESENCE OF A CAP IN THE SOCKET OF THE LOW BEAM HORIZONTAL AIMING SCREW AND INSTALL ONE IF MISSING, AND INSPECT FOR THE PRESENCE OF A CAP IN THE SOCKET OF THE VERTICAL AIMING SCREW AND IF PRESENT, THE CAP WILL BE REMOVED. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR ABOUT OCTOBER 31, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VW AT 1-800-822-8987.

Notes: VOLKSWAGEN RECALL NO. Q8. CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.

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Safety Features

• 4-Wheel ABS
• 4-Wheel ABS
• 4-Wheel Disc Brakes
• Tire Pressure Monitoring System
• Passenger Air Bag On/Off Switch
• Passenger Air Bag
• Driver Air Bag
• Rear Head Air Bag
• Side Head Air Bag
• Side Air Bag
• Brake Assist
• Electronic Stability Control
• Electronic Stability Control
• Daytime Running Lights
• Daytime Running Lights
• Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors
• Traction Control
• Traction Control
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• Tires - Rear Performance
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• Full Size Spare Tire
• Compact Spare Tire

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