VW's new GTI TCR is a seriously hot hatch

Prepare to see these angry hatchbacks terrorizing the streets of Europe by the end of 2018.

Kyle Hyatt May 10, 2018, 6:25 a.m. PT

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The GTI TCR is the highest-performing GTI ever, with a delimited top speed of 164 miles per hour.

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Maximum torque from the 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine occurs at just 1,600 rpm.

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The optional electronic suspension offers sport chassis settings that are adjustable on the fly.

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The car won't be available in the USA, unfortunately, but maybe VW will change its mind if we complain loudly enough.

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This marks one of the first times a Wörthersee concept has made it to production.

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