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Volkswagen Middle East has recently introduced the most powerful Jetta, the GLI, which breathes new passion and liveliness into the globally successful series.
This sports sedan adds to the Volkswagen ground-breaking performance line-up, offering enthusiasts a modern and dynamic sports sedan.
The Jetta GLI is powered by 200 hp/4 cylinder engine, develops a maximum torque of 207 Newton metres available from just 1,800 rpm all the way through to 5,000 rpm. The 1,497kg Jetta GLI leaps forward from 0-100 km/h in just 6.9 seconds making it not just a comfortable cruiser but a top quality sporty sedan as well.
The Jetta GLI is available with a six-speed automatic DSG transmission which utilises direct shift gear changes through manual and automatic settings. For automatic shifts, drivers can drop the selector into "Drive" and the transmission operates like an advanced six-speed automatic transmission. For manual shifts, a flick of a shift paddle on the steering wheel is all it takes.
Maximum power with minimal consumption has made the Volkswagen TSI four cylinders synonymous with a new generation of the most fuel-efficient and at the same time sporty Volkswagen engines. This is also true for the Jetta GLI, fuel economy in this vehicle is 12km per litre in motorway driving and 9km per litre in city with the DSG transmission making it one of the most economical sporty sedans of its class.
Distinguishing exterior styling cues on the Jetta GLI are subtle and include a honeycomb grille with a red pinstripe centered just below the auto-leveling and high intensity Xenon headlights. Lower side-body trim is blacked out and red calipers peer through the spokes of the alloy wheels performance tires.
In the rear, big round taillights wrapped in thin chrome accents show off inset white back-up lights and amber turn signals. Underneath, dual stainless exhaust tips poke out from just below the rear lower valance. Front and rear GLI badges add the finishing touch to this exhilarating exterior.
The Jetta GLI is also equipped with high end technologies that set new standards to its segment such as the advanced Electronic Stabilisation Programme (ESP) which is offered along with traction control. Additionally, the Servotronic electromechanical steering offers tight and sporty steering that provides excellent control.
