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2026 Volkswagen Golf Overview
Overall 2026 Volkswagen Golf GTI Quality
User sentiment suggests the overall quality of the 2026 Volkswagen Golf GTI is above average for its class. Owners rated the 2026 Volkswagen Golf GTI quality a 5 out of 5.
2026 Volkswagen Golf GTI Reliability
The 2026 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 2026 Golf GTI Features
According to drivers of the 2026 Golf GTI, here are some of its best features:
- Acceleration, agile, fun factor
- Strong acceleration and driving experience.
2026 Volkswagen Golf GTI MPG by Trim
2026 Golf GTI SE - city 24 MPG - hwy 32 MPG
2026 Golf GTI Autobahn - city 24 MPG - hwy 32 MPG
2026 Golf GTI S - city 24 MPG - hwy 32 MPG
2026 Golf GTI Safety
2026 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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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
Adaptive Headlights | Available | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Alloy Wheels | Available | ||
Fog Lights | Available | ||
Number of Doors | 4 doors | ||
LED Headlights | Available | ||
Rear Spoiler | Available |
Fuel Economy
City | 24 mpg | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Highway | 32 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 |
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