• BMW South Africa launched its 128ti model this week.
• The performance hatchback is powered by a 2.0-litre turbopetrol motor with 180kW and 380Nm.
• Immediate comparisons were drawn between the 128ti and Volkswagen's upcoming eighth-generation Golf GTI.
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