The iconic Volkswagen Golf GTI was launched back in 1976 with each generation gaining more power and obviously more technology.
According to a new report from Auto Bild, the eighth-generation GTI could make as much as 300 hp (224 kW) making it more powerful than the current Golf R.
Now this could be a power output reserved for the GTI Performance version (most likely) but either way that is a big gain in grunt from the current GTI’s 220 hp (164 kW).
We can expect to see front-wheel-drive return, as has been the case with all previous GTI’s and the new hot hatch’s exterior styling will feature a narrow grille, larger lower intake, dual exhaust tips, and a roof spoiler.