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Long live sport And suddenly it was there. In 1976, Volkswagen launched a Golf that surprised everyone: distinctive sporting capabilities, visually understated styling, a red trim strip on the radiator grille, chequered seat covers – the GTI. These three letters quickly became legendary, creating a veritable cult that continues to inspire and captivate people today, now in its eighth generation.

The next stage is ignited Factory code: 19E (A2) Saloon GTI number two: the familiar 82 kW (112 PS) 1.8-litre four-cylinder engine is carried over almost unchanged. The Golf II GTI is 14 centimetres longer, 100 kilograms heavier, and more comfortable – and, incidentally, a fully-fledged family car. Once again, the Golf GTI, which has grown to 3.98 metres, discreetly displays its agility: a fine red frame outlines the famous line around the grille. Black plastic wheel arches, GTI emblems on the front and rear, a black surround on the rear window, and decorative strips on the sides leave no doubt: this is a GTI. The significantly more spacious interior is dominated, as before, by sports seats, a black headliner, and the four-spoke steering wheel with four round horn buttons familiar from its predecessor. In 1986, Volkswagen follows up with the Golf GTI 16V, which goes into series production in March. Four valves per cylinder, driven by two overhead camshafts, make the new engine a 102 kW

1JWith each new generation, the Golf becomes more mature and comfortable. The fourth generation of the GTI takes a particularly big leap forward in terms of perceived quality, thanks to minimised body panel gaps and a high-quality interior. It can also be ordered with a previously unrivalled range of engines: the 1.9-litre TDI engine with 81 kW (110 PS), distributor injection pump and variable turbine geometry is familiar from the third Golf generation. All petrol engines, on the other hand, are brand new: customers can choose between a 1.8-litre turbo four-cylinder with five-valve technology and a 2.3-litre V5 naturally aspirated engine. On paper, they deliver the same power to the drive wheels – 110 kW (150 PS). However, both engines interpret driving pleasure in their own individual way. The turbo is the throaty sprinter, while the naturally aspirated engine is the refined powerhouse with the sonorous sound typical of a five-cylinder engine. Volkswagen continues to develop the engines

Three magical letters Factory code: 17 (A1) Saloon The Golf GTI is unveiled at the IAA in Frankfurt in 1975. Visitors are amazed by the 81 kW (110 PS) packed so discreetly into a compact body in Mars Red, hidden by a 1.6-litre injection engine taken from Audi and boasting an impressive power-to-weight ratio. The GTI is initially available in two colours: Diamond Silver Metallic and Mars Red. The equipment is sporty: among other things, all chrome parts are replaced by black-painted components, and the radiator grille bears the GTI logo and a red surround. The headliner, sun visors, and carpets are all deep black. The front spoiler is enlarged and wide tyres in size 175/70 HR 13 are fitted. The suspension is firmer and lower (10 millimetres at the front, 20 millimetres at the rear), while stabilisers at the front and rear counteract body roll. For connoisseurs, the HR in the tyre designation is a hidden clue: this car is guaranteed to go over 180 km/h! The interior features ergonomically

three magic letters “GTI” are naturally a must for the third Golf series, and so the GTI makes its debut at the same time as the VW Golf III is launched in November 1991. The new Golf is 4.02 metres long and, as a GTI, weighs in at 1,035 kilograms. The interior is also enlarged. At the heart of the model initially is a powerful 2.0-litre eight-valve engine with 85 kW (115 PS). The three-series GTI sprints from 0 to 100 km/h in 10.1 seconds. Nevertheless, the subjective driving impression is different, because the 2.0-litre engine is powerful and delivers plenty of torque even at low revs – without losing power at high revs. Sales figures are correspondingly good, but many fans still want the GTI to have even more bite. And Volkswagen responds accordingly. From January 1993, the GTI is once again available with a 16V engine, now with 110 kW (150 PS). As a 16V, the GTI sprints to 100 km/h in 8.3 seconds and reaches speeds of up to 215 km/h on the motorway. The Golf III GTI's equipment is sporty

highlightsOptional EDITION 50 GTI Performance package for even greater driving dynamics GTI stands for driving pleasure, dynamic performance and sportiness – and has done so for almost 50 years now, with more than 2.5 million vehicles produced worldwide Volkswagen is celebrating the 50th anniversary of the GTI next year. An exclusive model is being launched in time for the anniversary: the Golf GTI EDITION 50. With an output of 239 kW (325 PS) and a torque of 420 Nm, it is the most powerful production GTI to date. The compact sports car reaches its top speed at 270 km/h. It accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in just 5.3 seconds. The anniversary model also impresses with outstanding driving dynamics and exclusive equipment details. The Golf GTI EDITION 50 can be

numerous design highlightsOptional GTI-Performance package with Performance chassis, 19-inch alloy wheels, Bridgestone Potenza Race semi-slick tyres and Akrapovič titanium exhaust system raises driving dynamics to a new levelGolf GTI EDITION 50 is the fastest Volkswagen production model on the Nordschleife trackWorld premiere for fans at the 24-hour race at the Nürburgring It’s the highlight before the highlight: Volkswagen is presenting the new Golf GTI EDITION 50 at the 24-hour race at the Nürburgring. In 2026, the Golf GTI(((Golf GTI - Combined energy consumption: 7.3–7

Saloon The second generation of the compact Volkswagen is eagerly awaited by customers and the media and is unveiled to the public in August 1983. The VW Golf II is the result of a careful analysis of its predecessor. This leads to a larger body with improved comfort dimensions and rationalisations in body construction as the basis for increased production profitability. The exterior impresses with its no-frills design, this time designed entirely in Wolfsburg. The emphasised straight lines of its predecessor are now contrasted by a significantly softer-looking vehicle. The high-mounted, compact rear lights are new design features that will also characterise future model generations. The new VW Golf offers much more space: it is now 17 centimetres longer and 5.5 centimetres wider, and the wheelbase has been increased by 7.5 centimetres. More volume and a larger fuel tank (55 litres) add approximately 95 kilograms to the weight of the Golf II. The Golf is the first vehicle in Wolfsburg to be