[{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BlogPosting","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/hot-hatch-cars\/vw-up-gti-available-order-february\/#BlogPosting","mainEntityOfPage":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/hot-hatch-cars\/vw-up-gti-available-order-february\/","headline":"VW Up GTI available to order from February","name":"VW Up GTI available to order from February","description":"The Volkswagen Golf GTI of today isn\u2019t quite what it was when it first arrived in the UK in 1985. Granted, a lot of us have changed over the course of more than three decades and that\u2019s the case for VW\u2019s small family car supermini too, which has become progressively larger and heavier with each iteration. As such, the original Golf GTI\u2019s ethos of being a compact, lightweight pocket rocket isn\u2019t what it was. These days, the Up is the […]","datePublished":"2018-01-22","dateModified":"2018-12-05","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/matthew-collett\/#Person","name":"Matthew Collett","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/matthew-collett\/","identifier":5,"description":"Max Wheeler is a leading motoring journalist and classic car specialist at Smart Motoring, renowned for his sharp insight and infectious passion for all things automotive. With years of experience covering motoring news, supercars, and the enduring legacy of classic cars, Max brings stories to life with style and authority. Whether it\u2019s the roar of a Lamborghini, the elegance of an Aston Martin DB5, or the cultural impact of vintage motoring icons, he delivers expert commentary that inspires enthusiasts and collectors alike. Dedicated to celebrating the heritage and future of driving, Max Wheeler is your trusted voice for classic car news and beyond.","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/64eca1152247aa111ace79ff1c03782b175df9dc21d2092364ff21e1cf5e38fa?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/64eca1152247aa111ace79ff1c03782b175df9dc21d2092364ff21e1cf5e38fa?s=96&d=mm&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Smart Motoring","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/smart-motoring_news_logo_g-e1765846726493.webp","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/smart-motoring_news_logo_g-e1765846726493.webp","width":600,"height":60}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/VW-Up-GTI-feature-1.jpg","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/VW-Up-GTI-feature-1.jpg","height":520,"width":1200},"url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/hot-hatch-cars\/vw-up-gti-available-order-february\/","about":["HOT HATCH","Volkswagen"],"wordCount":358,"keywords":["city car","hot hatch","VW Golf GTI","VW Up","VW Up GTI"],"articleBody":"The Volkswagen Golf GTI of today isn\u2019t quite what it was when it first arrived in the UK in 1985.Granted, a lot of us have changed over the course of more than three decades and that\u2019s the case for VW\u2019s small family car supermini too, which has become progressively larger and heavier with each iteration.As such, the original Golf GTI\u2019s ethos of being a compact, lightweight pocket rocket isn\u2019t what it was. These days, the Up is the dinkiest model in the VW range, which makes it perfect for reviving those original intentions.So say hi to the VW Up GTI, which has just been priced ahead of its February arrival.For those already clued-up and sold on the idea, we\u2019ll tell you now that you can have one for the surprisingly low fee of \u00a313,750, or \u00a314,150 if you fancy the five-door model.That\u2019s much less than most would have expected considering direct rivals such as the Fiat 500 Abarth and Vauxhall Adam S cost upwards of \u00a315,510 and \u00a318,720 respectively.It won\u2019t be breaking any land speed records, playing with just 113bhp from a single-litre three-cylinder petrol engine. However, it is designed to be an homage to the original Golf GTI, with similar dimensions, weight and performance.\u2018How similar\u2019 you ask? Well, the Golf GTI mk1 produced 108bhp from a 1.6-litre four-pot petrol engine and weighed 810kg, while the 113bhp Up GTI tips the scales at 997kg.Mated to a six-speed manual gearbox, the Up GTI\u2019s one-litre TSI can whip the car from zero to 62mph in 8.8 seconds with a 122mph top speed, which is quicker than the nine-second sprint that was possible in the 113mph Golf GTI.The standard Up is a decent looking city car but to reflect its sharper performance, VW has equipped it with some styling upgrades, such as 17-inch Brands Hatch alloy wheels, red front brake callipers, a new front bumper with additional cooling vents, round fog lamps, a plastic honeycomb grille insert and a flurry of GTI badges, not to mention the traditional tartan seat coverings.You can order the Up GTI from February 6th."},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Latest News","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"Hot Hatch Cars","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/\/hot-hatch-cars\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":3,"name":"VW Up GTI available to order from February","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/hot-hatch-cars\/vw-up-gti-available-order-february\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]