Body style: Hatchback
Segment: Compact
Production years: 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013
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Volkswagen introduced the sixth generation of the Golf in 2008 and, along with it, unveiled the GTI version as well, continuing the long history of the most famous hot-hatch in the world.
The world was struggling with a world financial crisis, and Volkswagen had to make a decision regarding the Golf range. The fifth-generation was already on the market for seven years, but it wasn't the perfect time to launch a completely new model. In the end, the carmaker took the middle road by using the same PQ35 platform from the Golf V, re-draw the bodywork and install a new interior.
From the outside, the Golf VI GTI featured two distinct red stripes across the honeycomb grille. It visually connected the new, angular headlights that made the car looks more aggressive. At the back, the car featured two side exhausts with chromed tips.
Inside, the fifth Golf generation was criticized for its low-quality materials, but the carmaker fixed that along with the 2008 generation. There was a soft-touch material on the dashboard that improved the premium feel. Like any other GTI, the 2008 model featured sport bucket-seats with high-bolstering to keep their occupants in place during high-speed cornering.
Under the hood, Volkswagen installed a 2.0-liter turbocharged engine that provided 200 hp. It sent the power to the front wheels only via a six-speed manual or a six-speed automatic gearbox. There were other two special editions for the Golf GTI: the 235 hp 35th anniversary and the 210 hp GTI Worthersee.
VOLKSWAGEN Golf GTI 3 Doors 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013
- 2.0L T-FSI 6AT FWD (200 HP)
- 2.0L T-FSI 6MT FWD (200 HP)
- 2.0L TSI 6AT FWD (210 HP)
- 2.0L TSI 6MT FWD (210 HP)
- Edition 35 - 2.0L TSI 6AT FWD (235 HP)
- Edition 35 - 2.0L TSI 6MT FWD (235 HP)
VOLKSWAGEN Golf GTI 3 Doors
2.0L T-FSI 6AT FWD (200 HP)
ENGINE SPECS - 2.0L T-FSI 6AT FWD (200 HP) | |
|---|---|
| Cylinders: | L4 |
| Displacement: | 1984 cm3 |
| Power: | 147 KW @ 5100 RPM 200 HP @ 5100 RPM 197 BHP @ 5100 RPM |
| Torque: | 207 lb-ft @ 1800 RPM 281 Nm @ 1800 RPM |
| Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
| Fuel: | Gasoline |
| Fuel capacity: | 14.5 gallons (54.9 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Top Speed: | 146 mph (235 km/h) |
| Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 7.2 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
| Gearbox: | 6-speed automatic DSG |
BRAKES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Front: | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Tire Size: | 225/45 R17 |
DIMENSIONS | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 165.9 in (4214 mm) |
| Width: | 69.2 in (1758 mm) |
| Height: | 57.8 in (1468 mm) |
| Wheelbase: | 101.4 in (2576 mm) |
| Cargo Volume: | 12.3 cuFT (348 L) |
| Turning circle: | 35.8 ft (10.9 m) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
|---|---|
| City: | 25.7 mpg US (9.2 L/100Km) |
| Highway: | 45.6 mpg US (5.2 L/100Km) |
| Combined: | 35.8 mpg US (6.6 L/100Km) |
| CO2 Emissions: | 189 g/km |
VOLKSWAGEN Golf GTI 3 Doors
2.0L T-FSI 6MT FWD (200 HP)
ENGINE SPECS - 2.0L T-FSI 6MT FWD (200 HP) | |
|---|---|
| Cylinders: | L4 |
| Displacement: | 1984 cm3 |
| Power: | 147 KW @ 5100 RPM 200 HP @ 5100 RPM 197 BHP @ 5100 RPM |
| Torque: | 207 lb-ft @ 1800 RPM 281 Nm @ 1800 RPM |
| Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
| Fuel: | Gasoline |
| Fuel capacity: | 14.5 gallons (54.9 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Top Speed: | 146 mph (235 km/h) |
| Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 7.2 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
| Gearbox: | 6-speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Front: | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Tire Size: | 225/45 R17 |
DIMENSIONS | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 165.9 in (4214 mm) |
| Width: | 69.2 in (1758 mm) |
| Height: | 57.8 in (1468 mm) |
| Wheelbase: | 101.4 in (2576 mm) |
| Cargo Volume: | 12.3 cuFT (348 L) |
| Turning circle: | 35.8 ft (10.9 m) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
|---|---|
| City: | 25.7 mpg US (9.2 L/100Km) |
| Highway: | 45.6 mpg US (5.2 L/100Km) |
| Combined: | 35.8 mpg US (6.6 L/100Km) |
| CO2 Emissions: | 189 g/km |
VOLKSWAGEN Golf GTI 3 Doors
2.0L TSI 6AT FWD (210 HP)
ENGINE SPECS - 2.0L TSI 6AT FWD (210 HP) | |
|---|---|
| Cylinders: | L4 |
| Displacement: | 1984 cm3 |
| Power: | 155 KW @ 5300-6200 RPM 211 HP @ 5300-6200 RPM 208 BHP @ 5300-6200 RPM |
| Torque: | 207 lb-ft @ 1700-5200 RPM 281 Nm @ 1700-5200 RPM |
| Fuel System: | Direct Injection |
| Fuel: | Gasoline |
| Fuel capacity: | 14.5 gallons (54.9 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Top Speed: | 148 mph (238 km/h) |
| Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 6.9 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
| Gearbox: | 6-speed automatic DSG |
BRAKES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Front: | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Tire Size: | 225/45 R17 |
DIMENSIONS | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 165.9 in (4214 mm) |
| Width: | 70.3 in (1786 mm) |
| Height: | 57.8 in (1468 mm) |
| Front/rear Track: | 60.4/59.6 in (1,534/1,514 mm) |
| Wheelbase: | 101.5 in (2578 mm) |
| Cargo Volume: | 12.4 cuFT (351 L) |
| Turning circle: | 35.8 ft (10.9 m) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Unladen Weight: | 3117 lbs (1414 kg) |
| Gross Weight Limit: | 4167 lbs (1890 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
|---|---|
| City: | 23.5 mpg US (10 L/100Km) |
| Highway: | 39.9 mpg US (5.9 L/100Km) |
| Combined: | 31.8 mpg US (7.4 L/100Km) |
| CO2 Emissions: | 170 g/km |
VOLKSWAGEN Golf GTI 3 Doors
2.0L TSI 6MT FWD (210 HP)
ENGINE SPECS - 2.0L TSI 6MT FWD (210 HP) | |
|---|---|
| Cylinders: | L4 |
| Displacement: | 1984 cm3 |
| Power: | 155 KW @ 5300-6200 RPM 211 HP @ 5300-6200 RPM 208 BHP @ 5300-6200 RPM |
| Torque: | 207 lb-ft @ 1700-5200 RPM 281 Nm @ 1700-5200 RPM |
| Fuel System: | Direct Injection |
| Fuel: | Gasoline |
| Fuel capacity: | 14.5 gallons (54.9 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Top Speed: | 149 mph (240 km/h) |
| Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 6.9 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
| Gearbox: | 6 speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Front: | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Tire Size: | 225/45 R17 |
DIMENSIONS | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 165.9 in (4214 mm) |
| Width: | 70.3 in (1786 mm) |
| Height: | 57.8 in (1468 mm) |
| Front/rear Track: | 60.4/59.6 in (1,534/1,514 mm) |
| Wheelbase: | 101.5 in (2578 mm) |
| Cargo Volume: | 12.4 cuFT (351 L) |
| Turning circle: | 35.8 ft (10.9 m) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Unladen Weight: | 3071 lbs (1393 kg) |
| Gross Weight Limit: | 4123 lbs (1870 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
|---|---|
| City: | 23.5 mpg US (10 L/100Km) |
| Highway: | 40.6 mpg US (5.8 L/100Km) |
| Combined: | 32.2 mpg US (7.3 L/100Km) |
| CO2 Emissions: | 170 g/km |
VOLKSWAGEN Golf GTI 3 Doors
Edition 35 - 2.0L TSI 6AT FWD (235 HP)
ENGINE SPECS - Edition 35 - 2.0L TSI 6AT FWD (235 HP) | |
|---|---|
| Cylinders: | L4 |
| Displacement: | 1984 cm3 |
| Power: | 173 KW @ 5500 RPM 235 HP @ 5500 RPM 232 BHP @ 5500 RPM |
| Torque: | 221 lb-ft @ 2200 RPM 300 Nm @ 2200 RPM |
| Fuel System: | Direct Injection |
| Fuel: | Gasoline |
| Fuel capacity: | 14.5 gallons (54.9 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Top Speed: | 153 mph (246 km/h) |
| Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 6.9 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
| Gearbox: | 6 speed automatic DSG |
BRAKES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Front: | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Tire Size: | 225/40 R18 |
DIMENSIONS | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 165.9 in (4214 mm) |
| Width: | 70.3 in (1786 mm) |
| Height: | 57.8 in (1468 mm) |
| Front/rear Track: | 60.4/59.6 in (1,534/1,514 mm) |
| Wheelbase: | 101.5 in (2578 mm) |
| Cargo Volume: | 12.4 cuFT (351 L) |
| Turning circle: | 35.8 ft (10.9 m) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Unladen Weight: | 3117 lbs (1414 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
|---|---|
| City: | 22 mpg US (10.7 L/100Km) |
| Highway: | 36.8 mpg US (6.4 L/100Km) |
| Combined: | 29.4 mpg US (8 L/100Km) |
| CO2 Emissions: | 185 g/km |
VOLKSWAGEN Golf GTI 3 Doors
Edition 35 - 2.0L TSI 6MT FWD (235 HP)
ENGINE SPECS - Edition 35 - 2.0L TSI 6MT FWD (235 HP) | |
|---|---|
| Cylinders: | L4 |
| Displacement: | 1984 cm3 |
| Power: | 173 KW @ 5500 RPM 235 HP @ 5500 RPM 232 BHP @ 5500 RPM |
| Torque: | 221 lb-ft @ 2200 RPM 300 Nm @ 2200 RPM |
| Fuel System: | Direct Injection |
| Fuel: | Gasoline |
| Fuel capacity: | 14.5 gallons (54.9 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Top Speed: | 153 mph (246 km/h) |
| Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 6.6 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
| Gearbox: | 6 speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Front: | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Tire Size: | 225/40 R18 |
DIMENSIONS | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 165.9 in (4214 mm) |
| Width: | 70.3 in (1786 mm) |
| Height: | 57.8 in (1468 mm) |
| Front/rear Track: | 60.4/59.6 in (1,534/1,514 mm) |
| Wheelbase: | 101.5 in (2578 mm) |
| Cargo Volume: | 12.4 cuFT (351 L) |
| Turning circle: | 35.8 ft (10.9 m) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Unladen Weight: | 3071 lbs (1393 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
|---|---|
| City: | 21.6 mpg US (10.9 L/100Km) |
| Highway: | 36.8 mpg US (6.4 L/100Km) |
| Combined: | 29 mpg US (8.1 L/100Km) |
| CO2 Emissions: | 189 g/km |