What it looks like

Better looking than the Mitsubishi Evolution or the Subaru WRX, the 2007 Volkswagen Golf R32 doesn’t have any boy-racer wings or hood scoops, resulting in a more mature appearance. Instead of tacky tack-ons, Volkswagen goes upscale and incorporates body color trim and bumpers as well as discreet badges. The VW R32 rolls on 18-inch lightweight alloy wheels revealing painted brake calipers and serious 17-inch front brake discs. Europeans get this handy five-door hatchback version of the new R32, while Americans are likely to be restricted to the sportier three-door.