Volkswagen Golf GTI Will Be Launched In India On May 26, 2025

The Volkswagen Golf GTI will get a 2-litre turbo-petrol engine that produces a hefty 265 PS and 370 Nm

• Exterior design features include twin-pod LED headlights, X-shaped LED fog lamps, illuminated VW logo and 18-inch alloy wheels.

• Inside, the cabin will get an all-black theme, a black and grey seat upholstery with sport seat for the front passengers.

• Amenities include a 12.9-inch touchscreen, a 10.25-inch digital driver’s display, 7-speaker sound system and a panoramic sunroof.

• Its safety suite includes 7 airbags, front and rear parking sensors and ADAS.

• Prices are expected to start from Rs 52 lakh (ex-showroom).

The Volkswagen Golf GTI is going to be the carmaker's second GTI model in India after the Polo GTI. Now, it is being said that the hot hatchback will be launched in India on May 26, 2025. Ore-bookings of the Golf GTI were closed a few weeks ago as the first lot of cars that have been brought to India are sold out. Let us take a brief look at everything the Golf GTI will have on offer:

Volkswagen Golf GTI: An Overview

The Volkswagen Golf GTI will get an aggressive-looking twin-pod LED headlight design and multiple pixel-like LED fog lamps arranged in a ‘X’ pattern. Moreover, it will feature an illuminated VW logo and the honey-comb detailing on the front bumper makes it look aggressive. 

The Golf GTI sits on 18-inch dual-tone alloy wheels and the lowered ride height gives it a sporty stance. Unlike modern-day offerings, it will not get connected tail lights, but will feature wraparound units. However, to underline its sportiness, it will come with twin exhaust tips. One can also find red GTI badges on the grille, front fenders and tailgate to differentiate it from the regular variants that are available internationally. 

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The cabin will have an equally sporty look, especially with the inclusion of an all-black cabin theme, with red accents on the steering wheel and the seats. The driver and co-driver will get sport seats with a black and grey finish as well as Tartan upholstery. 

Not only will it be sporty, but it will be a feature rich offering as seen with the other cars from the carmaker. Highlights include a 12.9-inch touchscreen infotainment system, a 10.25-inch digital driver’s display with navigation support and a 7-speaker sound system. It will also feature a panoramic sunroof, a wireless phone charger, 3-zone auto AC, paddle shifters and 30 colour ambient lighting.

The safety suite will also be robust, as the Golf GTI will be equipped with 7 airbags, front and rear parking sensors, a rear parking camera and some advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) suite with features like lane keep assist and adaptive cruise control.

Volkswagen Golf GTI: Powertrain Options

The Volkswagen Golf GTI will come with a 2-litre turbo-petrol engine, the details of which are as follows:

*DCT = Dual-clutch automatic transmission

As is expected with a GTI model, the Golf GTI sprints from  0-100 kmph in 5.9 seconds and clocks a top speed of 250 kmph. Not only this, but the Golf GTI gets some mechanical enhancements from the regular model. It includes a stiffer suspension setup for better high-speed stability and cornering, a quicker steering rack for precise handling and sharper brakes to anchor you down from serious three-digit speeds. It also gets an electronic front differential lock, which provides more grip to the front wheels with more grip for better cornering exit.

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Volkswagen Golf GTI: Expected Price And Rivals

Volkswagen is expected to price the Golf GTI at around Rs 52 lakh (ex-showroom). It will rival the Mini Cooper S in India after its launch.

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