Volkswagen first introduced the VW GTI in 1976 and brought it to the U.S. in 1983. There are eight generations of the VW GTI so far, ranging from the MK1 to the present MK8. Learn all about the MK4-MK8 GTI including comparisons, tuning guides, and more.
We’ve written about supercar comparisons, such as the Audi R8 vs BMW i8, but haven’t done a comparison between VW and Audi small cars, until now. There is a common question if the Audi S3 is a more expensive Volkswagen Golf R. So, in this article we will be breaking down the many similarities and…
If you are in the market for a Volkswagen Golf, you’ve likely come across the sportier Golf models: the Golf R vs GTI. There is a lot in common between the hot hatch R and GTI. In this article, we will be breaking down the similarities and differences between the two to assist in which…
Disclosure: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. The Volkswagen MK4 GTI is an iconic VW project vehicle. It was first introduced in 1999 and ran through 2005. In 1999, the MK4 GTI featured a 2.0L engine that put down 114hp and…
Disclosure: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. A lowered MK4 GTI is truly an iconic Volkswagen. It was first introduced in 1999 and produced until 2005. When stanced with a low aggressive exhaust, it’s a real head-turner. The MK4 GTI featured…
When many car enthusiasts hear “R32”, the Volkswagen MK4 R32 probably isn’t the first thing that comes to mind. However, if you happen to be a Volkswagen enthusiast, then you know all about the iconic VW MK4 R32. However, if you are not an enthusiast and are looking at why the MK4 R32 has so…
If you are here, I’m sure you have seen a TDI badge on the back of a Volkswagen and wondered what it meant. You’ve come to the right place. In this article, we’ll be going over what TDI stands for, the history of TDI, different types of TDIs, what vehicles have a TDI, and more….
Disclosure: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. If you are a first-time reader, the MK5 GTI was where our love for Volkswagen’s started. A lowered MK5 GTI with a BOV is not only aesthetically pleasing to the eye, but also ear….
If you’ve been in the market for a Volkswagen or have seen a Volkswagen on the road, you’ve probably seen the 2.0T badge or heard a salesman mention 2.0T. It’s a simple explanation that we will go into more in this post. But first, let’s cover what Volkswagen’s “2.0T” can be found on or in….
Disclosure: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. The Volkswagen MK6 GTI was first introduced in October 2008, which essentially was a face-lifted MK5. It was produced until 2013 in Europe and 2014 in the United States. When stanced and with an…
If you have been interested in purchasing a Volkswagen Golf or have seen them on the road, you may have stumbled upon many different abbreviations and wondered what they mean. The Golf model has been one of Volkswagen’s best-selling vehicles for decades and doesn’t look like it will be slowing down anytime soon. The main…
Disclosure: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Volkswagen’s MK7 GTI was introduced in 2012 and production ran through 2021. It was the first European car to ever win the Car of the Year Japan Award. There was a first-generation (2015-2017) and…
Article Updated: January 26, 2023 Disclosure: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. For starters, there are many different VW/Audi 2.0 TDI versions ranging from 2003 – present. The 2.0 is the successor of the infamous 1.9 TDI engines, and is viewed…