Compare 2021 Volkswagen Golf GTI specifications by trim levels
Golf GTI is a 5-seat Hatchback from Volkswagen, which first hit the market back in 2015.
With the price tag ranging from $28,695 to $36,945, the Volkswagen Golf GTI faces the stiff competition with the same-class rivals like Acura RSX, Ford Focus ST, Ford Mustang.
The Volkswagen Golf GTI has a maximum towing capacity of 1800 lbs, but double check that this applies to the configuration you want.
The Volkswagen Golf GTI boasts the average fuel economy anywhere of 30 mpg, depending on the petrol type and engine capacity.
The maximum width and height is 70.80mm x 168.00mm respectively and can vary on the basis of model.
Key Specs of 2021 Volkswagen Golf GTI
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Fuel Tank: 13.2 gal
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Wheelbase: 103.6 in
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MPG: 23 city/30 hwy
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0-60 mph: 5.6 sec
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Ground clearance: 5.1 in
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Engine: 2.0L I-4
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Towing capacity: 1800 lbs
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Curb: 3133 lbs
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Passenger capacity: 5
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Dimensions(LxWxH): 168 x 70.8 x 57.8
2021 Volkswagen Golf GTI Price, Review, Ratings and Pictures
The Volkswagen Golf GTI is offered in 3 trim levels. Compare the trim levels to ensure you will have the desired features and will not pay for the unnecessary upgrades
Our comprehensive charts with interior and exterior specs are also designed to give you thorough details about Volkswagen Golf GTI safety features and entertainment system, technical aspects, and so on.
Compare the Volkswagen Golf GTI specifications & features by choosing the necessary trim level & year of manufacture.
Specs
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Main Info
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Body Style Hatchback
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Doors 4
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Engine
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Engine 2.0L I-4 DOHC
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Horsepower 228 hp @ 1952
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Torque 258 lb-ft. @ 1,500
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Charge system intercooled turbo
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Transmission 6-spd man w/OD
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0-60mph / 0-100kmh 5.6 sec
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1/4 mile time 14.3 sec
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Dimensions
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Length 168 in
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Width 70.8 in
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Height 57.8 in
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Wheelbase 103.6 in
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Curb Weight 3133 lbs
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GVWR 4255 lbs
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Towing capacity 1800 lbs
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Ground clearance 5.1 in
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Turning radius 17.9 ft
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CAPACITY
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Luggage capacity 17.4 ft
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Cargo capacity 53.7 cu.ft
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Seats 5
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FUEL
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Fuel tank 13.2 gal
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City 23 mpg
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Combined 27 mpg
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Highway 30 mpg
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Highway range 396 mi
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WARRANTY
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Basic Warranty 48/50,000 mths/miles
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Specifications 
2.0T S 4dr Hatchback |
2.0T SE 4dr Hatchback |
2.0T Autobahn 4dr Hatchback |
| Exterior length | ||
| 168.0 in | 168.0 in | 168.0 in |
| Exterior body width | ||
| 70.8 in | 70.8 in | 70.8 in |
| Exterior height | ||
| 57.8 in | 57.8 in | 57.8 in |
| Horsepower | ||
| 228 hp | 228 hp | 228 hp |
| Torque | ||
| 258 lb-ft. | 258 lb-ft. | 258 lb-ft. |
| Curb weight | ||
| 3133 lbs | 3133 lbs | 3133 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) | ||
| 4255 lbs | 4255 lbs | 4255 lbs |
| Wheelbase | ||
| 103.6 in | 103.6 in | 103.6 in |
| Turning radius | ||
| 17.9 '' | 17.9 '' | 17.9 '' |
| Ground clearance | ||
| 5.1 in | 5.1 in | 5.1 in |
| Front legroom | ||
| 41.2 in | 41.2 in | 41.2 in |
| Rear legroom | ||
| 35.6 in | 35.6 in | 35.6 in |
| Front headroom | ||
| 38 in | 38 in | 38 in |
| Rear headroom | ||
| 38 in | 38 in | 38 in |
| Front shoulder room | ||
| 56 in | 56 in | 56 in |
| Rear shoulder room | ||
| 54 in | 54 in | 54 in |
| Fuel tank | ||
| 13.2 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 13.2 gal. |
| Payload | ||
| 915 lbs. | 915 lbs. | 915 lbs. |
Interior Features
2.0T S 4dr Hatchback |
2.0T SE 4dr Hatchback |
2.0T Autobahn 4dr Hatchback |
| Air conditioning, front | ||
| Climatic manual | Climatic manual | dual zone Climatronic automatic |
| Clock | ||
| in-dash | in-dash | in-dash |
| Cupholders | ||
| front and rear | front and rear | front and rear |
| Gear shift knob trim | ||
| leather/aluminum | leather/aluminum | leather/aluminum |
| 12V DC power outlet | ||
| 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Overhead console | ||
| mini with storage | mini with storage | mini with storage |
| Floor console | ||
| full | full | full |
| Floor mats | ||
| carpeted front and rear | carpeted front and rear | carpeted front and rear |
| Front windows | ||
| power | power | power |
| Rear windows | ||
| power | power | power |
| 1-touch window up | ||
| front and rear | front and rear | front and rear |
| 1-touch window down | ||
| front and rear | front and rear | front and rear |
| Instrumentation | ||
| analog | analog | analog |
| Illuminated vanity mirrors | ||
| driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
| Rear view mirror | ||
| day-night | day-night | auto-dimming day-night |
| Fuel door release | ||
| power | power | power |
| Seatback storage pockets | ||
| 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Steering wheel material | ||
| leather/aluminum | leather/aluminum | leather/aluminum |
Exterior Features
2.0T S 4dr Hatchback |
2.0T SE 4dr Hatchback |
2.0T Autobahn 4dr Hatchback |
| Antenna | ||
| integrated roof | integrated roof | integrated roof |
| Body material | ||
| fully galvanized steel | fully galvanized steel | fully galvanized steel |
| Paint | ||
| clearcoat monotone | clearcoat monotone | clearcoat monotone |
| Grille trim | ||
| black | black | black |
| Fog/driving lights | ||
| front | front | front |
| Door count | ||
| 4 doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Rear cargo door | ||
| liftgate | liftgate | liftgate |
| Tinted windows | ||
| light | light | light |
| Rear window type | ||
| fixed | fixed | fixed |
| Mirrors | ||
| dual power remote | dual power remote | dual power remote |
| Sunroof | ||
| 1st row exterior express open/close sliding and tilting glass | 1st row exterior express open/close sliding and tilting glass | – |
| Spoiler | ||
| lip | lip | lip |
| Wheels | ||
| 18 machined w/painted accents aluminum | 18 black aluminum | 18 machined w/painted accents aluminum |
| Spare tire and wheel | ||
| compact steel | compact steel | compact steel |
| Rear window wipers | ||
| fixed interval | fixed interval | fixed interval |
Seats
2.0T S 4dr Hatchback |
2.0T SE 4dr Hatchback |
2.0T Autobahn 4dr Hatchback |
| Front seat type | ||
| sport bucket | sport bucket | sport bucket |
| Standard seating | ||
| 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Front driver seat direction controls | ||
| 2-way power | 2-way power | 8-way power |
| Front passenger seat direction controls | ||
| 2-way power | 2-way power | 2-way power |
| Lumbar support | ||
| driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
| Front armrests | ||
| center | center | center |
| Front head restraints | ||
| adjustable | adjustable | adjustable |
| Heated front seats | ||
| driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback | driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback | driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback |
| Rear seats | ||
| 60-40 bench | 60-40 bench | 60-40 bench |
| Rear armrest | ||
| with pass-thru | with pass-thru | with pass-thru |
| Rear head restraints | ||
| 3 - adjustable | 3 - adjustable | 3 - adjustable |
| Seat trim | ||
| premium cloth | leather | leather |
Entertainment System
2.0T S 4dr Hatchback |
2.0T SE 4dr Hatchback |
2.0T Autobahn 4dr Hatchback |
| Radio | ||
| AM/FM stereo, seek-scan | SiriusXM with 360L AM/FM/HD/Satellite, seek-scan | SiriusXM with 360L AM/FM/HD/Satellite, seek-scan |
| Speakers | ||
| 6 | 6 | 9 Fender |
| Navigation system | ||
| yes with voice activation | yes with voice activation | – |
| 1st row LCD screen | ||
| 1 | 1 | 1 |
Safety and Security Features
2.0T S 4dr Hatchback |
2.0T SE 4dr Hatchback |
2.0T Autobahn 4dr Hatchback |
| Airbags, frontal | ||
| driver and front passenger | driver and front passenger | driver and front passenger |
| Airbags, side impact | ||
| seat mounted, driver and passenger | seat mounted, driver and passenger | seat mounted, driver and passenger |
| Airbags, side curtain | ||
| Side Curtain Protection | Side Curtain Protection | Side Curtain Protection |
| Traction control | ||
| ABS and driveline | ABS and driveline | ABS and driveline |
| Seatbelt pre-tensioners | ||
| front | front | front |
| Headlights | ||
| halogen | LED low/high beam | LED low/high beam |
| Exterior light control | ||
| fully automatic | fully automatic | fully automatic |
| Remote keyless entry | ||
| keyfob (all doors) | keyfob (all doors) | keyfob (all doors) |
| Door locks | ||
| power with 2 stage unlock | power with 2 stage unlock | power with 2 stage unlock |
| Parking assist | ||
| Park Distance Control w/Park Assist | – | – |
| Lane departure warning | ||
| Lane Assist (Lane Keeping System) | – | – |
| In-Vehicle Assistance Service | ||
| VW Car-Net services (capabilities require enrollment or subscription) | VW Car-Net services (capabilities require enrollment or subscription) | VW Car-Net services (capabilities require enrollment or subscription) |
Mechanical Features
2.0T S 4dr Hatchback |
2.0T SE 4dr Hatchback |
2.0T Autobahn 4dr Hatchback |
| Engine | ||
| 2.0L I-4 | 2.0L I-4 | 2.0L I-4 |
| Brakes | ||
| 4-wheel disc | 4-wheel disc | 4-wheel disc |
| Anti-lock braking system (ABS) | ||
| 4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel |
| Drive type | ||
| front-wheel | front-wheel | front-wheel |
| Exhaust | ||
| stainless steel | stainless steel | stainless steel |
| Steering | ||
| rack and pinion | rack and pinion | rack and pinion |
| Speed sensitive steering | ||
| Servotronic | Servotronic | Servotronic |
| Suspension tuning | ||
| sport | sport | sport |
| Front suspension type | ||
| strut | strut | strut |
| Front shocks | ||
| gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized |
| Front springs | ||
| coil | coil | coil |
| Rear suspension type | ||
| multi-link | multi-link | multi-link |
| Rear shocks | ||
| gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized |
| Rear springs | ||
| coil | coil | coil |
| Sequential shift control | ||
| Tiptronic | Tiptronic | Tiptronic |
| Transmission | ||
| 6-spd man w/OD | 6-spd man w/OD | 6-spd man w/OD |
| Axle ratio | ||
| 3.24 | 3.24 | 3.24 |
| Turbocharger | ||
| intercooled turbo | intercooled turbo | intercooled turbo |
| Ride control | ||
| Dynamic Chassis Control (DCC) | – | – |
Other Specs
2.0T S 4dr Hatchback |
2.0T SE 4dr Hatchback |
2.0T Autobahn 4dr Hatchback |
| Luggage capacity | ||
| 17.4 cu.ft. | 17.4 cu.ft. | 17.4 cu.ft. |
| Maximum cargo capacity | ||
| 53.7 cu.ft. | 53.7 cu.ft. | 53.7 cu.ft. |
| Base engine size | ||
| 2.0 liters | 2.0 liters | 2.0 liters |
| Base engine type | ||
| I-4 | I-4 | I-4 |
| Horsepower rpm | ||
| 4,700 | 4,700 | 4,700 |
| Torque rpm | ||
| 1,500 | 1,500 | 1,500 |
| EPA mileage estimates | ||
| 23 City / 30 Hwy | 23 City / 30 Hwy | 23 City / 30 Hwy |
| Lighting - map lights | ||
| front and rear | front and rear | front and rear |
| Lighting - dome light | ||
| fade | fade | fade |
| Mirrors - visor vanity mirrors | ||
| driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
| Height adjustable safety belts | ||
| front | front | front |
| Engine - valvetrain | ||
| DOHC | DOHC | DOHC |
| Warranty - Basic (mths/miles) | ||
| 48/50,000 | 48/50,000 | 48/50,000 |
| Warrranty - Powertrain (mths/miles) | ||
| 48/50,000 | 48/50,000 | 48/50,000 |
| Warranty - Corrosion perforation (mths/miles) | ||
| 84/100,000 | 84/100,000 | 84/100,000 |
| Warranty - Roadside assistance (mths/miles) | ||
| 36/36,000 | 36/36,000 | 36/36,000 |
| Warranty - Maintenance (mths/miles) | ||
| 24/20,000 | 24/20,000 | 24/20,000 |
| Tires | ||
| P225/40HR18.0 BSW AS | P225/40HR18.0 BSW AS | P225/40HR18.0 BSW summer performance |
| Windshield wipers - front | ||
| variable intermittent | variable intermittent | variable intermittent |