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Volkswagen
Golf GTI Mk2
Notes
Volkswagen Golf GTI Mk2 represents second-generation evolution of hot hatch pioneer, produced 1985-1992 featuring enlarged dimensions versus original Mk1, powered by 1.8-liter 8-valve or 16-valve inline-four engines producing 102-139 horsepower depending on specification creating refined hot hatch balancing increased comfort and practicality with maintained performance character establishing GTI as credible mainstream performance option rather than niche enthusiast product, with Mk2 achieving commercial success validating hot hatch concept's viability within broader market establishing template for future warm hatch segment development.
horsepower
139
WEIGHT KG
1,043
forced Induction
YES
Power to Weight
0.13
CURRENT VALUE
$25,000
Tire
OEM Specs
engine Description
1.8L NA I4 (PF 8v )
drive Type
FWD
0-60 MPH
8 SECs
TOP SPEED KPH
201
PRICE (MSRP) USD
$15,000
gearbox
5-SPEED MANUAL
torque
180 N.M
Model Years
1988
Compare to
Lap Times
| Time | Track | Car | Mod | Driver | Tire | Lap Date | Date Added | vs Predict | Pace |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1:32.0 | Croft Circuit | Race | 21 Apr, 2018 | 14 Jan, 2026 | — | — | |||
| 1:29.7 | Summit Point Motorsports Park (Jefferson Extended Circuit CCW) | Race | 29 May, 2025 | 29 Jul, 2025 | — | — | |||
| 2:11.0 | Pittsburgh International Race Complex - PittRace (Full Course) | Race | 18 Jul, 2025 | 29 Jul, 2025 | — | — | |||
| 1:52.4 | Homestead-Miami Speedway (Road Course) | Race | 15 Jun, 2025 | 21 Aug, 2025 | — | — |
Modified Cars
| Year | Driver Name | Mod | Horsepower | Tire | Tire Size | Vs Predict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 | Alastair Mowat | Race | — | 1 Slick | — | -3.81s |
| 1988 (JoshB/Race) | Josh Brown | Race | 139 | — | — | +11.17s |
| 1988 (MadA/R888) | MadAdventure | Race | 139 | 100 R888 | 205/40/17 | +15.3s |