8 MY24 GTI Hatchback 5dr DSG 7sp 2.0T The eighth-generation of Volkswagen's highly-acclaimed Golf is the safest, most tech-laden ever. Specifications for the front-drive and AWD four-variant range (Life, R-Line, GTI and R) include eight airbags, autonomous emergency braking with pedestrian and cyclist detection, self-parking, adaptive cruise control, three-zone climate-control and widespread touch-screen functions - with equipment levels heading upwards in mid and top-spec form. Base engine is Volkswagen's 110kW/250Nm 1.4-litre driving through a six-speed manual or a conventional eight-speed auto gearbox. The agile and punchy front-drive GTI uses a 200kW/370Nm 2.0-litre turbo driving through a seven-speed dual-clutch auto, while the hotshot Golf R has a 235kW/400Nm engine and an AWD drivetrain.