2025 Volkswagen Golf GTI Overview
Overall 2025 Volkswagen Golf GTI Quality
User sentiment suggests the overall quality of the 2025 Volkswagen Golf GTI is above average for its class. Owners rated the 2025 Volkswagen Golf GTI quality a 5 out of 5.
2025 Volkswagen Golf GTI Reliability
The 2025 Volkswagen Golf GTI receives an average consumer rating of 5 overall and a 5 for reliability, which means owners consider its reliability to be above average.
Favorite 2025 Golf GTI Features
According to drivers of the 2025 Golf GTI, here are some of its best features:
- Acceleration, agile, fun factor
- Strong acceleration and driving experience.
2025 Volkswagen Golf GTI MPG by Trim
2025 Golf GTI S - city 24 MPG - hwy 33 MPG
2025 Golf GTI SE - city 24 MPG - hwy 33 MPG
2025 Golf GTI Autobahn - city 24 MPG - hwy 33 MPG
2025 Golf GTI Safety
2025 Volkswagen Golf GTI Safety Features
- Child Door Locks
- Child Seat Anchors
- Driver Airbag
- Passenger Airbag
- Stability Control
- Traction Control
- Blind-Spot Alert
- Collision Preparation
- Collision Warning System
- Collision Warning System with Auto Brake
- Emergency & Security Services
- Front & Rear Parking Sensors
- Front Head Curtain Airbag
- Front Side Airbag
- Lane Departure Warning System
- Lane Departure Warning System with Auto Brake
- Rear Head Curtain Airbag
- Rear View Camera
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2025 Volkswagen Golf GTI
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2025 Volkswagen Golf GTI Cost to Own
$54,033
A 2025 Volkswagen Golf GTI has a 5-year cost-to-own of $54,033. After 5 years a 2025 Golf GTI will depreciate $18,670 and have a residual value of $15,000. During this time out-of-pocket expenses are expected to total $35,363.
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Lower Costs than Most
The 2025 Volkswagen Golf GTI is in the top 11-25% for Cost to Own among all Compact Cars.
2025 Volkswagen Golf GTI 5-Year Depreciation: $18,670
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5-Year Out of Pocket Expenses:$35,363
Fuel:
$8,096
Insurance:
$15,900
Financing:
$4,241
State Fees:
$2,573
Maintenance:
$2,972
Repairs:
$1,581
Total: $35,363
See New Car Incentives2025 Volkswagen Golf GTI Cost to Own
5-Year Cost to Own includes out of pocket expenses like fuel, insurance, service & financing, plus the car's loss in value over time (depreciation).
5-Year Depreciation:$18,670
5-Year Out of Pocket Expenses:$35,363
5-Year Cost To Own$54,033
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Specifications
Dimensions, Weights & Capacities
Curb Weight | 3188 lbs. | ||
|---|---|---|---|
EPA Passenger | 91.9 cu.ft. | ||
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gallons | ||
Front Head Room | 38.5 inches | ||
Front Leg Room | 41.2 inches | ||
Max Seating Capacity | 5 | ||
Minimum Ground Clearance | 4.7 inches | ||
Overall Length | 168.8 inches | ||
Front Shoulder Room | 55.9 inches | ||
Trunk or Cargo Capacity | 34.5 cu.ft. | ||
Turning Diameter | 38.1 feet | ||
Wheel Base | 103.6 inches | ||
Width with mirrors | 70.4 inches |
Exterior
Alloy Wheels | Available | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Fog Lights | Available | ||
Number of Doors | 4 doors | ||
LED Headlights | Available | ||
Rear Spoiler | Available |
Fuel Economy
City | 24 mpg | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Highway | 33 mpg | ||
Combined | 27 mpg |
Mechanical
Drivetrain | FWD | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Transmission Type | Automatic | ||
7 speed | Available | ||
Recommended Fuel | Regular | ||
Hill Start Assist | Available | ||
Limited Slip Differential | Available |
Performance
Horsepower | 241 @ 5000 RPM | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Torque | 273 @ 1750 rpm | ||
Engine | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter |
Warranty
Basic | 4 years / 50000 miles | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Powertrain | 4 years / 50000 miles | ||
Corrosion | 7 years / 100000 miles |
Comfort & Convenience
- Climate Control Air Conditioning
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Interior Ambient Lighting
Entertainment
- Bluetooth Streaming Audio
Interior
- Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel
- Power Windows
- Rear Window Defroster
- Steering Wheel Controls
- Tilt Steering Wheel
- Tilt/Telescoping Steering Wheel
Seating
- Folding Rear Seat
- Cloth Seats
- Heated Seats
- Dual Power Front Seats
- Power Driver's Seat
Security
- Alarm System
Technology
- Bluetooth Wireless Technology
- Cruise Control
- Hands Free Phone
- Push-Button Engine Start
- Smartphone Interface
- Touch Screen Monitor
- USB Port
2025 Volkswagen Golf GTI Safety
2025 Volkswagen Golf GTI Safety Technology
- Child Door Locks
- Child Seat Anchors
- Driver Airbag
- Passenger Airbag
- Stability Control
- Traction Control
- Blind-Spot Alert
- Collision Preparation
- Collision Warning System
- Collision Warning System with Auto Brake
- Emergency & Security Services
- Front & Rear Parking Sensors
- Front Head Curtain Airbag
- Front Side Airbag
- Lane Departure Warning System
- Lane Departure Warning System with Auto Brake
- Rear Head Curtain Airbag
- Rear View Camera
Compare to Similar Vehicles
New 2025 Volkswagen Golf GTI | New 2024 Toyota Prius | New 2024 Toyota Prius Prime | New 2025 Honda Civic | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $33,670 | $29,045 | $34,070 | $28,600 | |
| KBB.com Rating | N/A | 4.8 | 4.8 | 4.7 | |
| Consumer Rating | 5.0 | 4.0 | 5.0 | 3.8 | |
| Fuel Economy | City 24/Hwy 33/Comb 27 MPG | City 57/Hwy 56/Comb 57 MPG | City 0/Hwy 0/Comb 52 MPG | City 0/Hwy 0/Comb 127 MPGe | City 30/Hwy 38/Comb 34 MPG | |
| Fuel Type | Gas | N/A | N/A | N/A | |
5 Year Cost To Own 5-Year Cost to Own includes out of pocket expenses like fuel and insurance, plus the car’s loss in value over time (depreciation). | $54,033 | $49,144 | $53,893 | N/A | |
| Safety Rating | N/A | N/A | N/A | 5.0 | |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | |
| Basic Warranty | 4 years or 50000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | |
| Horsepower | 241 @ 5000 RPM | 150 @ 6000 RPM | 220 @ 6000 RPM | 150 @ 6400 RPM | |
| Engine | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Hybrid, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Hybrid, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, i-VTEC, 2.0 Liter | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
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