2011 Volkswagen GTI 2.0T PZEV Trim Overview

The 2011 Volkswagen GTI 2.0T PZEV takes the formidable base GTI trim and makes it a bit more responsible, being a certified Partial Zero-Emissions Vehicle. This means the car emits zero evaporative emissions from its fuel system and meets the Super Ultra Low Emissions Vehicle tailpipe emissions standards. In addition, in order to qualify as a PZEV vehicle, it must have a 15-year or at least a 150,000-mile warranty on its emissions equipment. This augments the turbocharged, 2.0-liter engine, but not the 6-speed manual or automated manual dual-clutch transmissions. Additional features of the vehicle remain untouched. That means heated cloth front bucket seats with power, power windows, door locks and heated power mirrors with signals. A leather-wrapped tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel sits in front of the driver, and a satellite-ready CD/MP3 player with digital media connection and Bluetooth stands ready for entertainment duty. You’ll also get air conditioning, cruise control and remote keyless entry. 18-inch alloy wheels are stopped at all four corners by antilock discs aided by assist, and the front bumper is graced by fog and daytime running lights. Six standard airbags protect in an accident, and traction and stability control hope to prevent one.