The 1.8-litre turbocharged powerplant generates 110kW at 5700rpm and 210Nm between 1850 and 4600rpm

Power is relayed to the front wheels by a five-speed manual transmission

Suspension is by independent MacPherson struts and coil springs at the front and torsion beam axle, trailing arms and coil springs at the rear

The GTi uses four-wheel disc brakes with anti-lock and electronic brake force distribution

The steering wheel is adjustable for both height and reach

VW claims the GTi can accelerate to 100km/h in 8.5 seconds

GTi uses five-door Golf body rather than three-door of original model

Aerodynamic drag coefficient is a creditable 0.31

16-inch alloy wheels are standard on GTi

Interior trim features black myrtle wood highlights

The Golf GTi comes with dual front airbags and side airbags as standard

Recaro sports seats are fitted front and rear

Protective strips on the bumper bars can be unclipped for easy replacement if damaged

Typical Golf styling cues like the wide, upright C-pillar remain and headlight/grille treatment can be traced to the 1974 MK1

The split/fold rear seats feature three removable headrests

A 12-volt power outlet in the luggage compartment is standard

Golf's slush-technology dashboard, blue back-lit illumination and red instruments are also found in the Passat

Seatbelt pretensioners with belt force limiters and web-lock elements are standard