2017 Volkswagen Golf GTI

The Volkswagen Golf continues to represent a great value with loads of interior and cargo space, fuel-efficient engine choices and world-class engineering.

New for 2017 the Golf adds a high-value Wolfsburg Edition trim to the lineup, slotting above the S model. The Wolfsburg Edition adds the following equipment: panoramic sunroof; V-Tex leatherette seating surfaces; keyless access with push-button start; heatable front seats; automatic headlights; rain-sensing windshield wipers; 16-inch "Dover" aluminum-alloy wheels; Wolfsburg Edition floormats; Forward Collision Warning and Autonomous Emergency Braking; and Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Traffic Alert.

The 2017 Golf is wrapped in sheet metal that is modern, yet unmistakable as a Volkswagen. The shape and design elements remain as defined as ever, with a distinctive C-pillar and roofline framing classic Golf side windows, but the striking front end and steeply sloped hood leave no doubt this model is different from previous generations.

The large, well-appointed cabin has an emphasis on comfort and a substantial features list. In addition to the spacious interior, the driver controls are positioned to help optimize ergonomics and usability. The seat position, height of the shifter and the spacing between the pedals are fine-tuned for increased driver comfort.

The Golf features a compact turbocharged and direct-injection 1.8-liter four-cylinder TSI gasoline engine that produces 170 horsepower at 4,500 rpm, with the 6-speed automatic transmission, and torque peaks at 199 lb.-ft. with the broad swathe of torque starting at 1,600 rpm and lasting until 4,400 rpm. The 1.8-liter TSI engine is mated to either a traditional five-speed manual gearbox or a six-speed automatic transmission with Tiptronic shifting.