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VOLKSWAGEN GOLF GTI

ENGINE: 2.0-litre turbo

POWER: 180kW/370Nm

GEARBOX: 7-speed dual-clutch, FWD

ECONOMY: 6.9l/100km

PRICE: $61,490

+ Electronic diff drastically reduces wheel slip, very comfortable sports seats, incredibly smooth powertrain

— Aside from the looks, not much has changed, multifunction steering wheel can be frustrating to use, severe lack of buttons in the cabin