a lot of mod heads are missing the point.
direct injection offers better emisions and decent torque for the way its tuned from the factory.
It is a six speed. so the light switch torque should be easily available. theres a lot of cars that can produce lots of torque way above its redline. but who wants to drive around bouncing off the rev limiter. Its not a drag race car. its a FWD sporty 5 door hatch.
I really cant talk. ive been seriously considering one, but havent had the oportunity to test drive one. yet.