2026 Volkswagen Golf GTI
2026 Volkswagen
Golf GTI
The Golf GTI has remained the quintessential hot hatch – even a cult favorite – for decades, thanks to its everyday versatility and a side of performance. For 2026, the Golf GTI carries over the stylistic and mechanical attributes from its 2025 model-year refresh, which equipped it with a new front end, redesigned lights, and an updated infotainment suite while dropping the manual transmission. The 2026 Golf GTI retains its track-inspired edge, driven by the same inline-four TSI engine, sitting atop a sport-tuned suspension, and equipped with a limited-slip front differential. Inside, standard heated sport seats are joined by a heated leather-wrapped steering wheel and wireless phone charger, making the GTI as comfortable and practical as it is sporty.
How we describe this model: legendary, stylish, sport-oriented, performance-inspired
Shop this vehicle against: Toyota GR Corolla, Honda Civic Si, Mazda3 Hatchback, Subaru BRZ, Subaru Impreza
Golf GTI Highlights
- standard wireless smartphone charging
- 12.9-inch infotainment system with onboard navigation
- Volkswagen IQ.DRIVE driver-assist suite
- available Harmon Kardon audio
Golf GTI Powertrain
- turbocharged 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine (output: 241 hp and 273 lb.-ft. of torque)
- fuel efficiency: EPA-estimated 24 mpg city/32 mpg highway
- front-wheel drivetrain (FWD)
- 7-speed DSG automatic transmission (Tiptronic with paddle shifters)
- individual drive mode selector
- limited front slip differential lock and sport-tuned suspension
- available Multimode DCC adaptive chassis control (Autobahn trim)
S Interior
Cloth upholstery with Scalepaper Plaid inserts, sport front seats, manually adjustable front seats with power recline, heated front seats, Climatronic Touch single-zone automatic climate control, heated leather-wrapped sport steering wheel, 10.25-inch Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Pro configurable instrument cluster, ventilated 15-watt wireless smartphone charging pad, push-button start, auto-dimming rearview mirror, four USB-C ports (two front data, two rear charging), stainless-steel pedal caps, multi-color adjustable ambient interior lighting, 60/40-split folding rear seat with center armrest and pass-through
S Exterior
LED automatic headlights (Adaptive Front Lighting System, Dynamic Cornering Lights, Coming/Leaving Home feature), LED daytime running lights, LED fog lights (low-speed cornering lights), LED taillights, side-view mirrors (power-folding, heated, power-adjustable, position memory, passenger-side auto-tilt), grille-integrated light bar, illuminated VW logo, side-view mirror-mounted puddle lights, illuminated door handle recesses, 18-inch alloy wheels
S Safety
Volkswagen IQ.DRIVE driver-assist technology suite (adaptive cruise control, forward collision warning with autonomous emergency braking and pedestrian/cyclist monitoring, active blind-spot monitor, rear traffic alert, lane assist, Travel Assist, Emergency Assist), front and rear park distance control, dynamic road sign display, rearview camera
S Infotainment
12.9-inch Discover Pro touchscreen display, navigation, App-Connect smartphone integration with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, myVW+ Connected Services, SiriusXM satellite radio, HD Radio, seven speakers
SE
Contents of S plus:
- GTI Clubsport ArtVelours upholstery
- power-tilting/sliding panoramic sunroof
- KESSY keyless access
- Light Assist automatic high beam control
- Harmon Kardon premium audio
Autobahn
Contents of SE plus:
- Climatronic Touch tri-zone automatic climate control
- leather upholstery
- ventilated front seats
- 12-way power-adjustable driver’s seat
- heated rear outboard seats
- head-up display
- Park Assist Plus with front and rear park distance control
- 19-inch alloy wheels with performance tires
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