2006-2008 Volkswagen GTI: Year-to-Year Changes
Updated: 11/23/08
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Learn about the year-to-year changes of the 2006-2008 Volkswagen GTI/Rabbit. Get full details of the styling and performance changes throughout the history of the 2006-2008 Volkswagen GTI/Rabbit.
Year to Year Changes
2007 Volkswagen Jetta/Golf/GTI/Rabbit:
A four-door version of the sporty GTI joined the two-door for 2007. GTIs included an antiskid system that was optional for Rabbits. They also had a sport suspension, with slightly lower ride height for 2007. A new GTI Fahrenheit two-door joined the lineup, with even sportier suspension tuning, specific trim, and leather upholstery with heated front seats. Four-doors could get optional rear side airbags.
2008 Volkswagen Jetta/Golf/GTI/Rabbit:
The 2008 Volkswagen R32 marked the return of a super-high-performance hatchback to this automaker's lineup. The R32 was all-wheel drive, had a 250-hp 3.2-liter V6, and 6-speed automatic transmission. R32s have sportier suspension tuning and unique trim. The 2008 GTI also added a new option pacakage. The Autobahn Package included leather upholstery, heated front seats, and a sunroof.
2008 Volkswagen Jetta/Golf/GTI/Rabbit:
The 2008 Volkswagen Rabbit got more power. The sole engine was a 2.5-liter 5-cylinder, which had 170 hp for 2008, an increase of 20 from last year.
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