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Compare 2003 Volkswagen GTI specifications by trim levels

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GTI is a 5-seat Hatchback from Volkswagen, which first hit the market back in 1999.

With the price tag ranging from $19,065 to $23,225, the Volkswagen GTI faces the stiff competition with the same-class rivals like Acura RSX, BMW 128, Dodge Dart, FIAT 500c.

Overview

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Bulb Size

The Volkswagen GTI has a maximum towing capacity of 1000 lbs, but double check that this applies to the configuration you want.

The Volkswagen GTI boasts the average fuel economy anywhere from 30 to 31 mpg, depending on the petrol type and engine capacity.

The maximum width and height is 68.30mm x 164.90mm respectively and can vary on the basis of model.

Key Specs of 2003 Volkswagen GTI

  • Fuel Tank: 14.5 gal

  • Wheelbase: 98.9 in

  • MPG: 24 city/31 hwy

  • 0-60 mph: 8.4 sec

  • Towing capacity: 1000 lbs

  • Curb: 2932 lbs

  • Tires: P205/55HR16.0 BSW AS

  • Cargo: 18 cu.ft

  • Passenger capacity: 5

  • Dimensions(LxWxH): 164.9 x 68.3 x 56.7



2003 Volkswagen GTI Price, Review, Ratings and Pictures

The Volkswagen 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 GTI safety features and entertainment system, technical aspects, and so on.

Compare the Volkswagen GTI specifications & features by choosing the necessary trim level & year of manufacture.

Specs

    • Main Info

    • Body Style Hatchback

    • Doors 2

    • Engine

    • Horsepower 180 hp @ 5500 –
      200 hp @ 6200

    • Torque 173 lb-ft. –
      195 lb-ft.

    • 0-60mph / 0-100kmh 8 - 8.4 sec

    • 1/4 mile time 15 - 16 sec

    • Dimensions

    • Length 164.9 in

    • Width 68.3 in

    • Height 56.7 in

    • Wheelbase 98.9 in

    • Curb Weight 2932 lbs

    • Towing capacity 1000 lbs

    • Turning radius 17.9 ft

    • CAPACITY

    • Seats 5

    • Passenger volume 88

    • FUEL

    • Fuel tank 14.5 gal

    • City 23 - 24 mpg

    • Combined 27 - 28 mpg

    • Highway 30 - 31 mpg

    • Highway range 435 - 449.5 mi



Specifications

1.8T 2dr Hatchback

VR6 2dr Hatchback

20th Anniversary Edition 2dr Hatchback
Exterior length
164.90 in 164.90 in 164.90 in
Exterior body width
68.30 in 68.30 in 68.30 in
Exterior height
56.70 in 56.70 in 56.70 in
Horsepower
180 200 180
Torque
173 195 173
Fuel economy - city
24 mpg 23 mpg 23 mpg
Fuel economy - highway
31 mpg 30 mpg 30 mpg
0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s)
8.40 seconds 8.40 seconds 8.00 seconds
1/4 mile time
16.00 seconds 15.70 seconds 15.00 seconds
1/4 mile speed
88 mph 88 mph 87 mph
Lateral acceleration (g)
0.90 0.90 0.90
Slalom speed
61 mph 62 mph 63 mph
Bore-and-Stroke
3.19/3.40 " 3.19/3.56 " 3.19/3.40 "
Curb weight
2932.00 lbs 3036.00 lbs 2916.00 lbs
Wheelbase
98.90 in 98.90 in 98.90 in
Front track
59.60 " 59.60 " 59.60 "
Rear track
58.80 " 58.80 " 58.80 "
Turning radius
17.90 17.90 17.90
Front legroom
41.50 in 41.50 in 41.50 in
Rear legroom
33.50 in 33.50 in 33.50 in
Front headroom
38.60 in 38.60 in 37.40 in
Rear headroom
37.40 in 37.40 in 36.50 in
Front shoulder room
53.70 in 53.70 in 53.70 in
Rear shoulder room
52.70 in 52.70 in 52.70 in
Luggage volume
18.00 cu.ft. 18.00 cu.ft. 18.00 cu.ft.
Luggage volume (max)
41.80 cu.ft. 41.80 cu.ft. 41.80 cu.ft.
Passenger volume
88 cu.ft. 88 cu.ft. 86 cu.ft.
Fuel tank
14.50 gal. 14.50 gal. 14.50 gal.
Payload
902 lbs. 893 lbs. 979 lbs.
Drag coefficient
0.31 0.31 0.31

Interior Features

1.8T 2dr Hatchback

VR6 2dr Hatchback

20th Anniversary Edition 2dr Hatchback
12V DC power outlet
2 2 2
Seatback storage pockets
2 2 2
Trip computer
2918 – –
Exterior temperature display
2927 – –

Exterior Features

1.8T 2dr Hatchback

VR6 2dr Hatchback

20th Anniversary Edition 2dr Hatchback
Door count
2 doors 2 doors 2 doors
Sunroof
1st row regular express open/close sliding and tilting glass 1st row regular express open/close sliding and tilting glass 1st row regular express open/close sliding and tilting glass
Front tires
P205/55HR16.0 BSW AS P225/45HR17.0 BSW AS P225/40ZR18.0 BSW performance
Wheels
16" silver alloy 17" silver alloy 18" silver alloy
Mud flaps
3804 3804 –
Windshield wipers - rain sensing
3998 – –

Seats

1.8T 2dr Hatchback

VR6 2dr Hatchback

20th Anniversary Edition 2dr Hatchback
Standard seating
5 5 5
Front armrests
3021 3021 –
Heated front seats
3030 3030 –

Entertainment System

1.8T 2dr Hatchback

VR6 2dr Hatchback

20th Anniversary Edition 2dr Hatchback
Speakers
8 8 8

Safety and Security Features

1.8T 2dr Hatchback

VR6 2dr Hatchback

20th Anniversary Edition 2dr Hatchback
Door curb lights
2 2 2

Mechanical Features

1.8T 2dr Hatchback

VR6 2dr Hatchback

20th Anniversary Edition 2dr Hatchback
Axle ratio
3.65 3.94 3.88

Other Specs

1.8T 2dr Hatchback

VR6 2dr Hatchback

20th Anniversary Edition 2dr Hatchback
Maximum towing capacity
1000 lbs. 1000 lbs. 1000 lbs.