2016 Volkswagen Golf GTI Specs, Features & Options

Here's everything you need to know about each trim in the 2016 Volkswagen Golf GTI lineup. Compare pricing, specs, key features and more.

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	1 of 5 Golf GTI S Hatchback Coupe 2D	2 of 5 Golf GTI S Hatchback Sedan 4D	3 of 5 Golf GTI Autobahn Hatchback Sedan 4D	4 of 5 Golf GTI SE Hatchback Sedan 4D	5 of 5 Golf GTI SE Hatchback Coupe 2D
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Fair Market Price	$11,013	$12,188	$14,254	$14,376	$14,945
Fuel Economy	City 25/Hwy 34/Comb 28 MPG	City 25/Hwy 33/Comb 28 MPG	City 25/Hwy 33/Comb 28 MPG	City 25/Hwy 33/Comb 28 MPG	City 25/Hwy 34/Comb 28 MPG
Fuel Type	Gas	Gas	Gas	Gas	Gas
Horsepower	210 @ 4500 RPM	210 @ 4500 RPM	210 @ 4500 RPM	210 @ 4500 RPM	210 @ 4500 RPM
Engine	4-Cyl, Turbo, PZEV, 2.0 Liter	4-Cyl, Turbo, PZEV, 2.0 Liter	4-Cyl, Turbo, PZEV, 2.0 Liter	4-Cyl, Turbo, PZEV, 2.0 Liter	4-Cyl, Turbo, PZEV, 2.0 Liter
Cargo Volume	22.80 cu ft	22.80 cu ft	22.80 cu ft	22.80 cu ft	22.80 cu ft
Cylinders	4	4	4	4	4
Torque	258 lb-ft	258 lb-ft	258 lb-ft	258 lb-ft	258 lb-ft
Turning Circle	35.8 feet	35.8 feet	35.8 feet	35.8 feet	35.8 feet
Curb Weight	2,972 pounds	3,086 pounds	3,086 pounds	3,086 pounds	2,972 pounds

Blind-Spot Alert	Not Available	Not Available	Optional	Optional	Optional
Collision Warning System	Not Available	Not Available	Optional	Optional	Optional
Child Seat Anchors	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Child Door Locks	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

Bluetooth Wireless Technology	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Cruise Control	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Remote Keyless Entry	Not Available	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard
Smartphone Interface	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Internet Access	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Proximity Sensing Keyless Entry	Not Available	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard
Push-Button Engine Start	Not Available	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard
Navigation System	Not Available	Not Available	Standard	Not Available	Not Available
Voice Recognition System	Not Available	Not Available	Standard	Not Available	Not Available
Touch Screen Monitor	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Hands Free Phone	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

iPod Connector	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
iPod Interface	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Premium Radio	Not Available	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard
Bluetooth Streaming Audio	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Bluetooth Wireless Technology	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Satellite Radio	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

Remote Keyless Entry	Not Available	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard
Cruise Control	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Bluetooth Streaming Audio	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Heated Mirrors	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

Torque

258 @ 4500 RPM

Leather Seats	Not Available	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard
Folding Rear Seat	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Dual Power Front Seats	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard	Not Available
Power Driver's Seat	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard	Not Available

Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Power Outlet	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Power Windows	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Rear Window Defroster	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Steering Wheel Controls	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Tilt Steering Wheel	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Wheel	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

Adaptive Headlights	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional
Alloy Wheels	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Fog Lights	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Panorama Moon Roof	Not Available	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard
Rear Spoiler	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Rain Sensing Windshield Wipers	Not Available	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard

Drivetrain	FWD	FWD	FWD	FWD	FWD
Limited Slip Differential	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional
Recommended Fuel	Premium	Premium	Premium	Premium	Premium
Stability Control	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Transmission Type	Manual	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic	Manual

Curb Weight	2972 pounds	3086 pounds	3086 pounds	3086 pounds	2972 pounds
Fuel Capacity	13.2 gallons	13.2 gallons	13.2 gallons	13.2 gallons	13.2 gallons
Front Head Room	38.4 inches	38.4 inches	38.4 inches	38.4 inches	38.4 inches
Front Leg Room	41.2 inches	41.2 inches	41.2 inches	41.2 inches	41.2 inches
Minimum Ground Clearance	5 inches	5 inches	5 inches	5 inches	5 inches
Overall Length	168 inches	168 inches	168 inches	168 inches	168 inches
Payload Capacity	997 pounds	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available
Front Shoulder Room	55.9 inches	55.9 inches	55.9 inches	55.9 inches	55.9 inches
Turning Diameter	35.8 feet	35.8 feet	35.8 feet	35.8 feet	35.8 feet
Wheel Base	103.6 inches	103.6 inches	103.6 inches	103.6 inches	103.6 inches
Width with mirrors	70.5 inches	70.8 inches	70.8 inches	70.8 inches	70.5 inches

FAQs

Is the 2016 Volkswagen Golf GTI a powerful car?

It depends on your definition of powerful. All 2016 Golf GTI trim variations have 210 horsepower. For a more detailed look at the 2016 Golf GTI specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2016 Volkswagen Golf GTI specs page.

How fast is the 2016 Volkswagen Golf GTI?

All 2016 Golf GTI trim variations have 210 horsepower. For a more detailed look at the 2016 Golf GTI specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2016 Volkswagen Golf GTI specs page.

What are the levels of Volkswagen Golf GTIs?

The 2016 Volkswagen Golf GTI comes in 5 different trims, ranging from the S Hatchback Coupe 2D with a base MSRP of $11,013.00 to the SE Hatchback Coupe 2D with a base MSRP of $14,945.00. For an in-depth side-by-side breakdown of all the 2016 Golf GTI specs, features and options by trim level, check out Kelley Blue Book's 2016 Volkswagen Golf GTI specs page.

What features does the Volkswagen Golf GTI 2016 have?

2016 Volkswagen Golf GTI features include AM/FM Radio, Bluetooth Wireless Technology, and Child Door Locks. For a full list of All 2016 Golf GTI trims and their respective features and specs compared side-by-side, check out Kelley Blue Book's 2016 Volkswagen Golf GTI specs page.