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2021 Volkswagen Golf GTI - Specs, Features, 0-60 and Top Speed

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2021 Volkswagen Golf GTI

MSRP$36,945

Specs

  • origin countryMexico
  • engine2 L
  • horsepower228 hp @ 4700 rpm
  • torque258 lb.-ft. @ 1500 rpm
  • transmission6-Speed Manual
  • 0-60 time5.9 sec
  • combined fuel economy26 mpg

Trims

performance

zero to 60 mph5.9 sec
top speed155 mph

engines

valvetrainDouble Overhead Cam (DOHC)
transmission6-Speed Manual
engine typeTurbo Inline 4
compression ratio9.60 to 1
valves16
engine displacement121 cu.in.
engine bore x stroke3.2 x 3.7
engine size2 L
engine horsepower228 hp @ 4700 rpm
engine torque258 lb.-ft. @ 1500 rpm
engine orientationtransverse
engine oil cooler1
valve timing1
intake manifoldStandard
cylinder headAluminum

MPGs

fuel economy city23 mpg
fuel economy highway30 mpg
fuel economy combined26 mpg
fuel tank capacity13.2 gal.
range in miles303.6/396 mi.
fuel typePremium Unleaded

interiors

cargo capacity all seats in place17.4 cu.ft.
front headroom38.4 in.
front hiproom59.9 in.
front legroom41.2 in.
front shoulder room55.9 in.
cargo capacity all seats folded53.7 cu.ft.
maximum cargo capacity53.7 cu.ft.
passenger capacity5
passenger volume93.5 cu.ft.
2nd row headroom38.1 in.
2nd row hiproom59.7 in.
2nd row legroom35.6 in.
2nd row shoulder room53.9 in.

exterior dimensions

axle ratio3.24
curb weight3133 lbs.
front tread60.6 in.
gross weight4255 lbs.
ground clearance5.1 in.
height57.8 in.
length168 in.
payload915 lbs.
rear tread59.7 in.
turning radius17.9 in.
wheelbase103.6 in.
width70.8 in.

towing

fixed tow barNo

brake

brake assistEmergency braking assist
brake dryingNo
electronic brakeforce distributionNo
abs and driveline traction control4-Wheel ABS
emergency braking preparationemergency braking preparation
power regenerationNo
front brakeFront And Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes
rear brakeRear Ventilated Disc Brakes
rear brake rotor diam x thickness12.2
front brake rotor diam x thickness13.4

transmission

drivetrainFront Wheel Drive
front differentialFront Limited Slip Differential
optional transmission7-Speed Auto-Shift Manual
overdriveYes
rear differentialMechanical Limited Slip Differential
standard transmission6-Speed Manual
transmission electronic controlNo
transmission oil coolerNo
paddle shiftersNo

warranty

basic warranty4 yr. / 50000 mi.
drivetrain warranty4 yr. / 50000 mi.
roadside assistanceYes
roadside warranty3 yr. / 36000 mi.
free maintenance2 yr. / 20000 mi.
rust warranty7 yr. / 100000 mi.
corrosion perforation warranty7 yr. / 100000 mi.