Having used to own a MK4 2.0 before the MK5 I can confirm they are DOG SLOW, jnufcuk how you can say "wasnt the quickest but still had some go" I don't quite get, it was terrible in terms of performance.
It was badged up as a highline model in Europe as that's exactly what it is. You get all the spec and looks of a GTI, just without the power. It was badged as a GTI in the UK so mugs like me would buy it. It was however a lovely car and I cant moan about it, just don't fool yourself into thinking its anything other than slow and thirsty.