Volkswagen up! 2022 (72) - Mark 1 Facelift 2 5Dr 2020 1.0 GTI

Insurance Group 17, The 2022 Volkswagen up! GTI proves that big fun can come in a small package. Inspired by the original Golf GTI, this pint-sized hot hatch brings a healthy dose of performance, character, and charm to the city car class - and does so with surprising refinement and everyday usability. Under the bonnet, the up! GTI is powered by a 1.0-litre turbocharged 3-cylinder petrol engine producing 115 PS and 200 Nm of torque. Paired with a 6-speed manual gearbox, the car delivers an engaging drive with a 0-62 mph time of around 8.8 seconds. While that figure doesn't scream performance on paper, the up! GTI feels nippy, responsive, and eager thanks to its low weight and short gearing. The exhaust note has a surprisingly throaty growl for a three-cylinder, and the throttle response is sharp enough to keep things entertaining on a twisty B-road. Despite its modest power, the up! GTI captures that classic GTI spirit - agile, fun, and unpretentious. On the road, the up! GTI is nimble and well-balanced. The steering is light but accurate, and body roll is kept in check thanks to a sportier suspension setup. Around town, the compact dimensions make it incredibly easy to park and manoeuvre, while on country roads, it's genuinely fun to throw around. The ride is firmer than the standard up!, but not overly harsh - it strikes a decent balance between sportiness and comfort, although you'll feel sharper bumps at lower speeds. Inside, the GTI treatment includes tartan 'Jacara' cloth seats, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, and red accents that pay homage to its heritage. The cabin design is simple and functional, with solid build quality for the price point. There's decent space in the front, but rear legroom is tight for adults. The boot is small at 251 litres, but fine for everyday use. While tech is fairly minimal - with no built-in sat nav or advanced driver aids - smartphone integration via the docking cradle works well for most needs. Exterior Features, Solid paint, Paint - Solid, Solid - Tornado red, Trim - Cloth, Jacara red cloth - Titan black Exterior Features, Electric front windows, Heated rear window, Rear tinted glass from B pillar backwards, approx 65% tinted, Rear wash/wipe, Windscreen wipers intermittent wipe, Body lowered sports suspension, Galvanished body, Antenna, Black decals above door sill, Black radiator grille, Body colour door handles, Body coloured bumpers, Door sill protectors in stainless steel with black honeycomb pattern inset and GTI logo, GTI badge, Left side chrome exhaust tailpipe, Rear side wing doors, Rear tailgate spoiler in gloss black, Red Stripe on lower tailgate, Red stripe with chrome detailing on lower radiator grille, Unique GTI badging on front wings, rear tailgate and front radiator grille, Chrome trimmed surround on light, Halogen clear headlights with integrated indicators and range adjustable, High level 3rd brake light, LED rear number plate lights, Rear fog lights, Safety, Anti-lock braking system with EDL, EBD + TCS, Engine drag torque control, Front disc brakes, Hill hold control, Hydraulic Brake Assist (HBA), Rear drum brakes, Red brake calipers, Volkswagen roadside assistance, Lane assist, Speed sensitive power steering, Manually dimming rear view mirror, 3 point front seatbelts with pre-tensioners, Curtain airbags for front and rear passengers, Driver and front passenger airbag with front passenger airbag deactivation, Driver/front passenger side airbags, High tone horn, Manual child lock in rear doors, Two 3 point rear seatbelts, Tyre pressure loss indicator, Warning buzzer and light for front and rear seat belts if unfastened, Interior Features, Front and rear carpet mats with contrast stitching in red and grey, Heating/ventilation unit with 4 speed fan, 12V accessory power point in centre console, 2 cup holders in the front and rear centre console, Black roof lining, Cooled glovebox, GTI logo and red contrast stitching on steering wheel, Height adjustable steering wheel, Jacara red cloth upholstery, Jack and tool kit, Luggage compartment cover, Multifunction leather trimmed three-spoke steering wheel, gear knob and handbrake grip, Storage compartment in front doors, Variable boot floor, Ambient lighting red below upper dashpad, Interior light delay, Luggage compartment lighting, Drivers and front passengers sun visors with vanity mirrors, Audio / Communications, E-call, Composition colour system with 5" screen, DAB, AUX in socket, SD card, MP3/WMA/AAC, 4 X 20W, bluetooth, audio connection and USB connectivity, Smartphone answering button on multifunction steering wheel with audio over the vehicle speaker system, Smartphone interface navigation system, Driver Convenience, One touch indicators, Miscellaneous, Digital clock, Multifunction computer, Rev counter, Speedometer, electronic odometer and fuel gauge, Start/stop function with battery regeneration, Trim, Chrome surrounds to the air vents, radio controls and air conditioning, Matt chrome trim on