2006 Volkswagen Golf GTI Reviews, Pricing & Specs
What owners say
"Owners of the 2006 Volkswagen Golf GTI generally love its impressive performance, handling, and turbocharged power. Many drivers appreciate the comfortable and spacious interior, which makes it suitable for both daily driving and fun excursions. However, some have mentioned minor electronic issues related to the drivetrain and occasional delays in throttle response. Overall, the GTI is seen as a fun-to-drive car that balances performance with practicality."
It is great to drive very solid and fast enough. Road holding is one of its best features and in it class it has great comfort. It is not a Porches when it comes to performance or a Roles Royse when it comes to comfort but for the price it has the best all round package available.
September 29, 2008Awesome handling, response, and very forgiving
March 19, 2008This is a GREAT car. It handles beautifully. The turbocharged engine has a super response and is well harmonized with the gearbox.
January 15, 2008What owners say
It is great to drive very solid and fast enough. Road holding is one of its best features and in it class it has great comfort. It is not a Porches when it comes to performance or a Roles Royse when it comes to comfort but for the price it has the best all round package available.
September 29, 2008Awesome handling, response, and very forgiving
March 19, 2008This is a GREAT car. It handles beautifully. The turbocharged engine has a super response and is well harmonized with the gearbox.
January 15, 2008I may be biased, because I love Euro cars, and German hatches and sports cars, but there's no denying that the GTI has always had a dedicated following....and that its just a great all-around car even if you're not an enthusiast. The original MKI, the MKII, and the MKV are arguably the best of them all, (although the latest is also getting great reviews.) Its just the full package. Its not a $60k+ luxury car, or a $200k+ supercar, but a great, quick, practical and sporty compact that does everything you need it to unless you have a family of 8 or need to go off-roading. The interior is great, it doesn't feel cheap, (radio needs an upgrade though...), the handling is great even for a FWD car, and its got enough punch from a 2.0 Turbo engine. its not a gas-guzzler either. What more do I need to say?
December 10, 2014I love this car! Great driver, but also economical, spacious and sensible. My teenage daughters ride in the back seats with no complaints and the boot hauls ample softball gear to and from practices and tournaments. I hate to part with it :(
October 3, 2011Nice car with perfect handling and very smooth engine !
March 13, 2008This car is a blast to drive, and own. Not only does it own the curves, it's also a blast to shift off the line. Even better, or rather, more useful, is the fact that it's a roomy hatchback which comes in handy more often than not. Representing deutschland, jah.
February 9, 2008*Performance is fairly good. Acceleration with the DSG transmission is pretty good, and the brakes do a decent job of bring the car to a halt. Handling is very good, given the high ride height and stance on the car. *The build quality is... typical Volkswagen. You'll have plenty of rattles [as I did], though some of them seemed to have worked or worn themselves out. The dealership I bought the car from "cannot find" the TSB for the subframe bolt issue. The subframe bolts stretch over time and cause a loud CREAK when changing directions. Sure doesn't inspire confidence. *The appearance of the GTI looks much better now that I ditched the ugly honeycomb grilles & red grille stripe for a Golf GT conversion [painted gloss black]. That german paint isn't as 'high quality' as some lead you to believe. *Cost is a tad high. It's a Volkswagen, not a BMW or Mercedes. Fuel economy is so-so, high 20s/low 30s. The leather interior [which mine does not have] is nice, but pricey. Most people I speak with prefer the Interlagos plaid. * I think the car is fun to drive... as in just drive one, don't own one. If you're an enthusiast that doesn't mind his car making noises or having little issues that would drive any sane person nuts, you've found your new car. If you're a person who views their car as another appliance in your life, go look at a Mini Cooper.
August 27, 2008So far this car has been a blast to drive, incredibly reliable, and good gas mileage.
April 13, 2008I loved the speed and handling of this car. The gas mileage can't be beat and it sounds amazing. When you feel the turbo kick in and you blast buy traffic, there is no better feeling. Handles great in the snow and ice, just need something a little roomier for lifestyle.
February 25, 2015
