2010 Volkswagen Golf

Car & Diver Overview:
Redesigned this year, both the base model—which readopts the Golf name after a few years as the Rabbit—and the hotted-up GTI are roomy, practical, solid, and fun to drive. Neither changed much mechanically, but the cabin materials are even better and there’s now a diesel option

Highs
Solidly built, high-mileage diesel engine, everything about the GTI, great interior.

Lows
No manual with 2.5-liter five ( 4door), pricier than some rivals, can get even pricier with options.

What's New
Redesigned for 2010.

Behind The Wheel
Others outgun the 10Best-winning GTI in the power department, but the original hot hatch is one of the best cars to drive extant. The base model offers responsive handling and tactile steering, too.