Road Tests

2014 Volkswagen Golf GTI

July 31, 2013

The Good:
– Superb engine performance
– Cabin space and features
– Great handling

The Bad:
– Pricey with options
– Some hard cabin plastics
– Throttle response at idle

July 22, 2013

The Good:
– Head-turning new exterior
– Great fun with ESP off
– Fairly comfortable ride

The Bad:
– Above-average cabin noise
– No fun with ESP on
– Some hard cabin plastics

July 15, 2013

The Good:
– Class-competitive engine
– Class-leading handling
– Class-beating cabin materials

The Bad:
– A bit on the noisy side
– Somewhat shallow boot
– Staid cabin design

July 13, 2013

The Good:
– Great exterior styling
– Value-packed features
– Fairly comfortable ride

The Bad:
– Soft handling
– Most safety features optional
– No low-range gearing