Introducing the **2016 Volkswagen Golf GTI Autobahn w/Performance Package** the hatchback that combines the practicality of a grocery-getter with the thrill of a race car. Its like if your everyday car decided to take a weekend vacation to a racetrack and came back with a need for speed and a fancy new set of racing stripes. This Golf GTI isnt just a car; its a personality on wheels.With the Performance Package, this little beast gets a turbocharged engine thatll have you grinning like a kid in a candy store every time you floor it. Whether youre merging onto the freeway or just pretending to be in a car commercial, the GTIs acceleration is as smooth as butter and just as satisfying. And with sport-tuned suspension, corners will feel like youre in an F1 raceminus the G-forces.Inside, youve got luxury features that make you feel like youre driving a high-end sports car, but you can still fit your yoga mat in the back. The Autobahn trim brings leather seats, a premium sound system, and enough tech to make your grandma ask, How does this thing work? Its all about blending speed with comfort, because why choose one when you can have both?The 2016 Golf GTI Autobahn with the Performance Package is the hatchback that makes every drive feel like a joyride. It's practical enough for your daily commute but exciting enough to make you feel like youre driving a secret race car. Youll love it, your friends will envy it, and your commute? Well, itll never be the same again.
The popular Volkswagen Golf heads into its seventh generation for 2016. Available in 2-door and 4-door hatches as well as a 4-door "sportwagen". The Golf 1.8T is powered by a 170-horsepower turbocharged 1.8L 4-cylinder. This is mated to either a 5-speed manual or 6-speed automatic transmission. The Golf GTI, available with either two or four doors, comes with a potent turbocharged 2.0L 4-cylinder that produces 210 horsepower and 258 lb-feet of torque. It's offered with a choice of 6-speed conventional manual or DSG dual-clutch transmission. The Sportwagen, based on the 4-door Golf hatch, features 30 cubic-feet of rear cargo space, expandable to an impressive 66 cubic-feet with the rear seats down. It comes with the 1.8L engine and the same choice of transmission options. At the top of the range is the Golf R. With 4 doors, a very impressive engine and all-wheel drive, it is the ultimate European "hot-hatch." The Golf R comes with a highly tuned version of the GTI's 2.0L turbocharged engine that makes almost 300 horsepower. It comes with only the 6-speed DSG transmission, but is packed with premium standard features that include a sport-tuned suspension, 18-inch alloy wheels, HID headlamps, heated power-adjustable leather seats and dual-zone climate control. Two-door 1.8T models are offered in base and S trims. The base trim includes 15-inch alloy wheels, power-adjustable and heated side mirrors, Bluetooth audio streaming and hands-free connectivity, an 8-speaker stereo with iPod hookup, 5.8-inch touchscreen and HD radio, as well as cloth seating with a 60/40 split folding rear seat. The S trim adds an upgraded radio with a 6.5" touchscreen and satellite radio, steering wheel audio controls, smartphone-integration, remote keyless entry and a leather shift knob. For the 4-door and Sportwagens, three trims are offered: S, SE and SEL. In the SE, buyers will find 17-inch wheels, rain-sensing windshield wipers, halogen fog lights, a power panoramic sunroof and a rearview camera. Inside, amenities include a Fender premium audio system with eight speakers and a subwoofer and heated front seats. The top-of-the-line SEL trim includes 18-inch wheels, touchscreen navigation, dual-zone automatic climate control and front sport seats with 12-way power-adjustable driver's seat. Available packages include a Lighting Package, with adaptive bi-Xenon headlights, which turn in conjunction with the car's movements down the road. The Driver Assistance Package features Park Distance Control with front and rear proximity sensors, as well as a Forward Collision Warning that alerts you when there's trouble ahead. All Golfs come with standard safety features that include anti-lock brakes, traction control and engine braking assist, plus a host of airbags to protect the cabin.