India-spec Volkswagen Golf GTI Top Features Revealed, Pre-launch Bookings To Open On May 05

Modified On May 02, 2025 05:55 PM By Bikramjit

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Pre-launch bookings for the Golf GTI will open on May 5 and deliveries are set to begin June onwards

Volkswagen India has revealed the top features that will be offered with the upcoming Volkswagen Golf GTI. The performance hatchback is expected to make an entry to India later this month, and its unofficial bookings have already been underway for a while. Its official pre-bookings are set to open on May 5.

The Golf GTI will be brought to India as a fully imported unit and will be available in limited quantities. If you're lucky enough to book one for yourself, you can expect deliveries to begin in June.

Let’s take a look at all the top features the India-spec Golf GTI gets.

Features And Safety

The Volkswagen Golf GTI is confirmed to get all of these features in India, upon its launch.

Exterior	18-inch alloy wheels LED headlights LED DRLs with welcome and goodbye effect Illuminated logo X-shaped fog lights
Interior	Tartan seat upholstery with red accents Leather-wrapped steering wheel Paddle shifters Panoramic sunroof 30-colour ambient lighting
Comfort Convenience	Three-zone auto AC with rear vents Keyless start Wireless phone charger Cruise control (adaptive)
Infotainment	12.9-inch infotainment 10.25-inch digital driver’s display 7-speaker sound system Wireless Apple CarPlay/ Android Auto
Safety	Seven airbags Rear-view parking camera ADAS features like lane assist emergency braking assist Front and rear parking sensors Electronic stability control (ESC)

Powertrain

The specifications of the India-spec Golf GTI have also been revealed. It gets the same single powertrain option as its international variant.

Engine	2-litre turbo petrol engine
Power	265 PS
Torque	370 Nm
Transmission	7-speed DCT
Acceleration (0 to 100 kmph)	5.9 seconds
Drivetrain	Front-wheel drive

Expected Price Rivals

The Golf GTI will be Volkswagen’s second performance hatchback on our shores following the iconic Polo GTI. It will likely be priced around Rs 52 lakh (ex-showroom) and will be sold in limited quantities. It will rival the Mini Cooper S.

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