2025 VW Golf GTI delivers hatchback fun

With the model eliminating the manual transmission the Golf GTI still boasts tremendous fun and functionality for consumers With a large following the Golf is no secret to the VW fleet as its deep roots have dated back a multitude of years In Grasso s Garage gets a Slate Blue Metallic VW Golf GTI SE to test this week and fun it is Powered by a TSI -cylinder engine and -speed automatic DSG transmission with Tipronic and Sport mode the GTI is front wheel drive and is all gas sticking to its long roots of consumer success The numbers came in with horsepower and lb-ft of torque The GTI SE comes in exterior colors and -inch wheels standard with one option for interior color known as Titan Black the leather upgraded SE seating is multi-colored and is an additional Accessories for the GTI SE are vast and confirm that your GTI is unlike others by adding a bike rack cargo box upgraded center caps and much more Interior-wise the Golf GTI has a bigger infotainment system over previous generations but lacks a volume knob and offers a slide volume adjustment with your finger which I am not a fan of The classic volume knob and the modern ideologies of changing it irks me as there is no benefit to changing what works perfectly for all consumers I do enjoy the simplicity of the modern day infotainment system including everything in a one-stop shop but the old fashion knob control system and push button utilities certainly proves my age and identifies the continuous motto of don t fix it if it isn t broken For VW the Golf has been a staple in the fleet for specific time now It delivers good fun and usage for an array of consumers while still maintaining a decent price point for what you get Although the GTI is typically better than any commuter would want it for it certainly fits the price point and fulfills the requirements for those consumers and more especially for Golf GTI lovers abound Grasso s Garage is here for you Looking for more auto reviews or are you in the arena for a new car Head to https www bostonherald com tag automotive Also for honest input reach out to me directly marc grasso bostonherald com Volkswagen GTI SE MSRP MPG city highway as tested As Tested