Boasting impressive power and performance in a hatchback,
the industrious yet trendy 2002 Volkswagen GTI Hatchback
not only packs a substantial engine but also a wide array
of comforts and conveniences that make it a practical choice.
Backed by quality and superior engineering, the comfortable
GTI Hatchback brings along plenty of spunk and personality.
Available Models
Two impressive models hit the market for 2002
- the Volkswagen GTI 1.8T Hatchback and the Volkswagen GTI
VR6 Hatchback. Each vehicle is built with two doors and
a handy hatchback door for easy loading and unloading of
groceries and other cargo.
Interior Features
Within the cabin of the trendy VW TDI Hatchback
are amenities that include speed adjustable cruise control,
valet key, two reading lights, power windows, chrome interior
handles, CFC-free air conditioning, front center armrest
with storage compartment, premium eight-speaker AM/FM stereo
with cassette player and available CD changer, and central
power door locks. The rear seat splits and folds conveniently
to accommodate surplus luggage or awkward cargo.
Among the available features are leather upholstery, three-spoke
leather-wrapped steering wheels, lumbar support for front
seats, electronic climate control, an upgraded audio system,
and molded door trim with leatherette inserts.
Exterior Features
Accenting the sophisticated design of the VW
GTI Hatchback are body color door handles, tinted green
glass, body color grille with center logo, three halogen
front fog lights, darkened tail light lenses, body color
mirror housing, heated dual power outside mirrors, body
color side moldings, and all-season tires. The 1.8T is equipped
with sixteen-inch alloy wheels, while the VR6 is fitted
with seventeen-inch alloy wheels. A power glass sunroof
with tilt and slide feature, tinted glass, and sunshade
is available on both models as an option.
Performance
Running under the hood of the VW GTI 1.8T Hatchback
is a 1.8-litre, four-cylinder turbo-charged engine that
cranks out 180 horsepower and 174 lb-ft of torque. Standard
equipment includes a five-speed manual transmission, power
assisted rack-and-pinion steering, front and rear gas shock
absorbers, front stabilizer bar, and a sport suspension
for precision handling. A five-speed automatic Tiptronic
automatic transmission is available as an option.
In the performance department for the VW GTI VR6 Hatchback
is an impressive 2.8-litre six-cylinder engine that produces
174 horsepower and 181 lb-ft of torque.
Safety and Security
Both of the GTI Hatchback models feature extensive
safety features that include electronic differential lock,
anti-slip regulation, protective padding inside side doors,
side impact door beams, hard shell box around the battery
for protection, driver air bag, passenger air bag, side
impact air bags, side curtain air bags, three-point seatbelts
at all seating positions, and child seat tethers and anchors.
Each vehicle is also equipped with ABS brakes.
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$18,910
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| Engine |
1.8L I4
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2.8L V6
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| Horsepower |
180 @ 5,500
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174 @ 5,800
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5-speed auto
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5-speed manual
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1.8L auto 22/29
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1.8L man. 24/31
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2.8L man. 20/28
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