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Understated Elegance with a load of Zip
macdawg, 05/23/2012
2009 Volkswagen GTI 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
8 of 8 people found this review helpful
I've owned a lot of cars, but none have captured my heart like my Red GTI, with the six-speed manual. Have had it for 5 months, and put on 9,000 miles, with not a single issue, other than too much fun. I have to keep myself from making up reasons to run errands. Versatile, balanced, beautiful, compact but solid, easy to park, it flies like a mother, and is equally composed when cruising in a 25 mph zone. More fun to drive than my old AUDI A4, comparable to the 3-series we had. I'm not sure I'll ever want to own another car than a GTI.
Great fun with utility and economy to boot
scottie3000, 07/17/2012
2009 Volkswagen GTI 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6AM)
12 of 14 people found this review helpful
I have owned this car since new and took delivery in Feb 09. I have had the computer re-flashed to make more power, and I think this is how the car should have come from the factory. It is a claimed 300 lb/ft and 250 hp. The torque is what is great about this car. Just push the pedal and it goes! No drama, just thrust. I average about 29 MPG overall through mixed driving. Issues: My brake pads in the front did not engage the rotor fully, replaced bythe dealer and now they're great. Random rattles in the dash and rear seat area. The transmission occasionally jerks when pulling away from a stop. No reliability issues and these have been very minor for an overall good car
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Wow fun in this pocket rocket!
Larry Orischak, 01/27/2010
2009 Volkswagen GTI 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I love this car! I looked at everything in it's class and just kept coming back to it! Have had for a year and it is still fantastic experience! Handling is superb and gas mileage is a real surprise and no On highway crossing Utah had cruise control set at 82mph and was getting 27 miles per gal. Around town 32 miles per gal.plus. Pick up is terrific and blows me away! and handling is tight and responsive! Seats are excellent for quick turns and no problems on long trips. Space in back is probably bigger than anything in it's class. Dash and controls are easy to read and to control. I have had some great cars in my 45 years of driving but this is the most fun yet! Love driving it!
Great Car, Very Problematic
VW EHHH :(, 07/03/2010
2009 Volkswagen GTI 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
I purchased this car and it seems I got unlucky with the buy vs other GTI owners who have never had any issues with the car. It has been one year, and already I have had about 3 major repairs done to the car. The car is great to drive, very fun, but I guess in my case very problematic and have been to the dealer with repairs in the last year over 7 times. From electrical issues, to an intake manifold being cracked from bad mold casting, to air conditioning falling apart and need replacement. However, I do recommend you purchase an extended warranty and VW has completed all repairs, but as far as satisfaction with the car. I am VERY VERY displeased and dissatisfied.
VW reliability ad makes me wan to scream
cla, 08/25/2010
2009 Volkswagen GTI 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
5 of 9 people found this review helpful
34,000 miles on my 2009 GTI and 2 intake manifold replacements - done under warranty - Time for car shopping!
Plan on replacing the DSG transmission at ~120k mi
Scooter, 06/14/2021
2009 Volkswagen GTI PZEV 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6AM)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
Mostly electrical niggling issues. Door locks are problematic. 3 door lock units have failed. The car seems to want to lock the doors 15-20 times when you start out driving the car. The sunroof seems to have a mind of its own. Opening on its own even after the key is removed and the car has been parked. I just remove the fuse and it stays put. Like the title says, I had a complete DSG trans failure at 120k miles. VW did provide a replacement but install cost me $6000-7000.
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Great Engine, Tranny and Suspension But.
Jack, 01/24/2009
2009 Volkswagen GTI 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6AM)
2 of 4 people found this review helpful
Engine is first rate with very little turbo lag and it has great torque throughout the RPM range. Handling is very good for FWD car and DSG transmission is awesome. Lightning quick shifts. Interior has nice materials and good ergonomics. Seats are great as is the steering wheel. VW got the big stuff right with the GTI. Unfortunately, the little details are what they missed. With only 1,000 miles on the clock my seat squeaks, my dash squeaks over every bump, my rear hatch rattles over bumps and there is an engine rattle between 2500 and 3000 RPM which is an issue with other MKV GTI's too. Unacceptable in a new car. I heard VW has terrible quality control and now I believe it.
King of Hot Hatches
Henry, 01/04/2009
2009 Volkswagen GTI PZEV 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Very fun to drive. Handles amazingly well on windy roads. Braking is good enough. Great engine noise. No turbo lag whatsoever. Has all the power you would ever need in a front wheel drive car. Love the horseshoe wheels, though I got the 17" ones since I parallel park so much (already have some marring). I had a 08 Rabbit before and all the little improvements are completely worth it. I'm nervous about the resale value and long term reliability being a VW, although I like this car so much I can't see parting with it while it still runs. Plan to have it for a long time. Very easy to park in the city being a small 2 door hatch.
Great MPG and Fun to Drive!
Campbell, 10/16/2008
2009 Volkswagen GTI 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6AM)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
We needed to upsize from my 2 seater to something our growing family. The VW can hold 5 for lunch or 2 adults and 2 kids comfortably. My commute is 35 miles each way, this thing is great for moving through traffic on the freeway. It has a quiet interior and solid feel. The ride is superb. While some of the competition is stiffer and rolls less, that is a very low percentage of the real world driving needs. It is fun to drive in a nicely composed package.
Awesome/Practical/Affordable car
Vaughan, 03/31/2009
2009 Volkswagen GTI 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I've had my GTI for about 7 months now, and I still get excited every time I get behind the wheel. It's got the style, performance, reliability and practicality covered, and it doesn't break the bank to own one. Great car!