The GTI starts at $33,670 (all prices include a $1,225 destination charge), and the Golf R’s base price is $48,325.

The words 'Golf' and 'GTI' go together like 'sand' and ... Not only did it improve the R32's 0-60 mph sprint from 6.5 seconds to 6.2, but it also enhanced its fuel economy. Whichever gearbox ...

Over time VW steadily improved the Mk4 GTI (though we had to wait ... despite a fairly chunky kerb weight (a Mk7 Golf R is 76kg lighter). We timed an R32 at 6.4 seconds to 60mph, and while the ...