Volkswagen Golf GTI

Pros & Cons of Volkswagen Golf GTI

• What we admire in this car

  • Goes like a bullet. 0 to 100 km/h in 5.9 seconds.
  • It hits 267 km/h in just 5th gear.
  • Equipped with electronic front differential lock.
  • Spacious 5 seater with 380L of boot space that expands upto 1237L.
  • Level 2 ADAS with 20 autonomous features.
  • Driver focused cabin.
  • Twin chrome exhausts create a beautiful symphony of sound that’s pleasing to the ears.

• What could have been better

  • Available in single variant.
  • Misses on manual gearbox.
  • Being a CBU and that too with limited units.
  • The front seats are great for spirited driving but don’t offer adjustability.
  • VW offers heated but not cooled seats - something more essential for a country like India.

Volkswagen Golf GTI Detailed Review

Serious Performance Looks that capture your attention. 9

• Volkswagen Golf GTI is a big premium hatchback with a low-slug wide body that even from a distance reminds you of its performance DNA. Be it front, side or rear profile, it appears massive and very low to ground. Plus, GTI badging with red inserts speaks of its racing DNA.
• The front profile is lit up with sleek and sharp LED headlights, an illuminated VW logo, LED DRLs and X-shaped fog lights. Also, the grille features GTI badging with thin red stripe, sending a clear message that this is not a regular Golf variant.
• It features 5-spoke 18-inch diamond-cut wheels, paired with red brake calipers. Also, the tyre section is 225/40/R18. Plus, below the ORVMs, the “GTI" badge with red accents looks ecstatic.
•  At the rear, the tail-lights get a smoked-out treatment, giving them a sporty yet premium appearance. From this angle, you also get a clear sense of the car's impressive width. Adding to the visual appeal are the twin chrome exhausts, a bold VW logo, and the GTI badging - some of the key highlights of this profile.
• One major drawback of this vehicle is its 136 mm ground clearance, which is not ideal for Indian roads, as our roads are often unpredictable and there's a high chance of the underbody getting damaged easily.
•  Lastly, Golf GTI is available in four colour options - Red, White, Grey, and Black. 

Golf GTI body specifications:

Wheel Size	R18
Seating Capacity	5 seaters
Ground Clearance	136 mm
Boot Space	380 liters

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265 hp in a hatchback, Imagine that 10

• 2.0L TSI producing 265 hp and 370 Nm of torque is sent to the front wheels via a 7-speed DSG, and it shoots off the line like a bullet out of a sniper. 0 to 100 km/h is achieved in just 5.9 seconds, and while the top speed is not officially disclosed, it can easily reach up to 270 km/h.
• The weight of this car is 1,454 kg and the power to weight ratio is approximately 182.26 hp per ton. So, just imagine how quick this car really is.
• Talking about suspension - both front and rear ones are independent but the front ones are McPherson Struct, while the rear ones are four-link axle. Lastly, the turning radius is 5.45 meters.
  

Golf GTI engine specifications:

Transmission	Automatic (DSG)
Engine	1984 cc
Power	265 bhp @ 5250 - 6500 rpm
Torque	370 Nm @ 1600-4500 rpm
Drive Train	FWD

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A plethora of features - some of which might never be used 9

• The dashboard is similar to what we saw in the Tiguan R-Line, but focused towards the driver. Center of attention is a 12.9 inch infotainment display with wireless connectivity and host of other features. Plus, there is 10.25 Inch fully customizable MID that appears striking and is fully HD.

• The steering wheel is fully leather wrapped and also features GTI clasp.

• Dashboard is finished in gloss black trims that look scintillating but the finger touch marks leaves on them, which looks odd.

• Panoramic sunroof is there - Indian’s favourite feature and it open ups the interior with natural light. Other features include three-zone automatic climate control, wireless charger, seven speakers sound system, 4 USB ports, IDA voice control and voice enhancer.

• The 7-speed gear selector is finished in aluminum, and pedals are in stainless steel,

• Seats used here are different, a single bucket seat, and VW is calling them - Scalepaper Plaid seats with red accents: Old-school cool. So, they aren’t ventilated or electrically adjustable, but they’re perfect and align with the character of this car.

Golf GTI features:

360 Degree Camera	No
TPMS	Yes
Sunroof	Yes
Wireless Charger	Yes
Ventilated Seats	No

High On Safety Too 10

• Golf GTI features 7 airbags, which is quite rare in the Indian ocean of cars.
• Other safety features include - All four wheels get disc brakes, hill start assist, TPMS, automatic lights, rear-view camera, electronic parking brake with auto hold, electronic stability control and electromechanical brake booster and electronic front brake differential.
• Level 2 ADAS with 20 autonomous features
  

Golf GTI safety specifications:

Airbag	7 airbags
Parking Sensor	Yes

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Volkswagen Golf GTI Colours

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• Moonstone Grey Black
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