KEY HIGHLIGHTS
- Comes in 4 colour options.
- Launch on May 26th.
- Photos clicked at NATRAX, Madhya Pardesh.
- World famous hatchback in India.
Volkswagen Golf GTI - a nameplate that gives goosebumps to those who live to drive - is finally launching in India on May 26th. On top of that, we at 91Wheels got to experience this magical piece of automotive brilliance at NATRAX, the high-speed test track in Madhya Pradesh. While you'll have to wait for our test drive review - we can definitely talk about how it looks - and for real, it's too hot to handle. So, let's start our first look review and also join 91Wheels WhatsApp Channel to never miss out on automotive updates.
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Volkswagen Golf GTI
This is the Volkswagen Golf GTI eigth generation, code name Mk8.5, built on the MQB platform, featuring a 2.0L TSI making 265 HP and 370 Nm of torque, sending all that to front wheels via 7-speed DSG gearbox. Result? 0 to 100 km/h in 5.9 seconds, and it can do 260 plus km/h in its 5th gear only. Now, these are the basic details about it - here begins the first look review.
Front Profile
The face of Golf GTI speaks volumes about its rich history, performance DNA and purpose. The most visible part is its large hexagon-shaped Clubsport bumper, which allows airflow in the mid, and flanking each side are 5 LED fog lights arranged in an X, and why, because VW says, round ones are boring. Now, the second most visible feature here is the massive - Volkswagen logo - and not just a regular one, but illuminated, then there's a thin illuminated grille connecting to the very sleek but very sharp LED headlamps. Following the tradition, the iconic GTI badge sits just to the right of the logo, highlighted by red signature accents that proudly declare: this is no ordinary hatchback.
Side Profile
As soon as you glance at it from the side, one thing that hits your conscious is this is a long car. Yes, the dimensions say that the length of the Golf GTI is 4289 mm. The star of the moment is these 5-spoke 18-inch diamond cut wheels, paired with red brake calipers. Also, the tyre section is 225/40/R18. Just below the ORVMs, you'll spot the "GTI" badge with red accents, adding a special touch. The doors are large and feel solid, and since this is a CBU unit, its build quality is far superior to most cars manufactured locally. Also, this car sits very low to the ground, offering just 136 mm of ground clearance.
Rear Profile
The rear section is delightful and sporty - with very strong aesthetics reminiscent of a sports car. From this angle, you'll see its wide body that sits low and has a very Volkswagen-ness to shape to it. The twin chrome exhaust, a big VW logo and GTI badging are some of its feature highlights - while the LED tail-lights appears perfectly placed here. Overall, this is seriously an alluring side of Golf GTI.
Dimensions
| Length | 4,289 mm |
| Width | 1,789 mm |
| Height | 1,471 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,627 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 136 mm |
| Boot Space | 380L |
| Boot Space Expandable Upto | 1237L |
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Verdict
So, this is image - based review article of the Volkswagen Golf GTI with a complete focus on its exterior. The car will offically launch on May 26th, when we'll get its pricing and even better shots of interior - which will be updated here shortly. For now, these photos speaks for themselves and truly look breathtaking. This is definitely a one of a kind vehicle. Stay tuned for the drive review and keep following 91Wheels.
