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4.7

Overall Consumer Review Rating
for the Volkswagen Golf GTI

99 mph in the 1/4 mile, 39 MPG real world economy

By Ray Warns written on 12-03-2015

I got a 2016 GTI S manual optioned exactly as desired with performance pack and lighting group. It replaces my much loved 2010 GTI which had 120,000 trouble free miles. At 3000 miles, I am beginning to understand how it compares. In short, it is better in most every way. The brakes are outstanding. The electronically controlled limited slip differential is best appreciated on cold wet days here in the Pacific Northwest. We are blessed with many drivers roads. On a favorite downhill decreasing radius turn, which my 10 GTI was limted on a wet day to feathering the throttle on exit to avoid wheel spin, the 16 GTI accepts full throttle mid corner and pulls through without drama nearly as if it has AWD. The doors "thunk " shut like a fine German car, road noise is less than the mark 6, the ride is better, and fuel economy exceeds the mark 6 by 4 to 6 mpg. Best tank was 39 mpg at 68 mph highway. Who needs a diesel or hybrid when a car is as fast as a "muscle car" and nears the rated economy of some diesels and hybrids. Worst tank so far was 29. The lighting package is great. The base sound system with CarPlay sounds better, to my ears, than the Dynaudio in the mark 6. Every detail of this car was well thought through by VW engineers. UPDATE- At 12,000 miles I have had zero issues aside from a VW promoted reboot of the MIB II sound system done at a regular service interval. I replaced the Bridgestone all seasons with Continental DWS and am well pleased with improvements in wet weather and all around traction/ ride quality. In total, it remains a refined and fun package. Zero rattles, high mpg and fast as stink.

GTI--What took me so long?

By rpstell@gmail.com written on 07-15-2016

If you are looking for a practical car for a family and something that is a blast as a daily driver, this is your car! I've never owned a VW. It's always been Toyota or Honda. They are great cars and have treated me well. I can also say that I've never actually looked forward to driving them as automobiles. I look for reasons to drive this car. I haven't driven a standard in 20 yrs...not a problem. Great feel on the controls. This feels great on the highway at speeds north of 75 ( I use the tollway daily) and it is a pleasure to drive on surface roads. If you want to enjoy driving again look no further. If you are worried about fitting the wife and two kids into the car, stop worrying. If you don't think you can fit luggage or groceries into the space provided, you'd be wrong. Now, don't kid yourself...this is not a suburban or an SUV. This is not a crossover. This is a compact hatchback that can get 99.9% of your daily needs taken car of with ease and a bit of fun. If that sounds like what you are looking for then look no further.

Das Review

By Isaac Coard written on 04-04-2016

I went into the dealership wanting a 2016 GLI but I could not take my eyes off the red GTI sitting out front. Before I knew it, I was test driving it. From the moment I stepped into the vehicle, I knew I had to have it. There is something oddly satisfying about the look and feel of the cloth interior (as well as the leather). The simple touches that VW added to the GTI (even in the "base model") make this vehicle leaps and bounds more valuable and desirable than any "similar" vehicle. In the GTI S (base model) you get the same quality that you'd expect out of a BMW 5 series. The ride is very comfortable. With one tap of the gas peddle, you hear the guttural growl of the 2.0L TSI engine, and you basically feel as if you're riding a steed into battle. Its an exhilarating drive. I took it home and had my neighbor take it for a spin. He has a 2016 Porsche 911 and when he got back with my car, he voiced his displeasure with the fact that my GTI rivals his Porsche in overall get-up and feel. I call that a win my friends. Get yourself a GTI.

Value for Money

By Guy Incognito written on 12-17-2015

I recently traded in a 2007 Audi A4 for a 2016 GTI Autobahn with LP/PP/DCC and have been very happy thus far. I am astonished at how capable and flexible the GTI is in every respect. The car has two different personalities with DCC, in sport mode with the paddle shifters you can stand on it and the car is a rocket. Not sure what more someone could ask for on public roads. Put DCC in comfort and the car softens and shift points become a bit sleepy, not a bad thing for winters in the Midwest. I think the car looks much better with the lighting package and recommend that option. I did test drive the manual as well and it at was fantastic. Buttery smooth and easy engagement point but I was not as fast as the DSG in sport mode. Yes it was a more pure experience but not worth the convenience trade off if you commute in traffic often imo. The only negatives I can think of are minor (to me). The fuel tank is small so I have to fill the car up often. Also I am a big guy and the seats are very snug with the bolstering. Once I am in them they are very supportive and not uncomfortable on long drives, though I would love extended thigh supports. I'm happy I waited for the 2016's, the infotainment seems much improved and it's a buyers market on VW lots these days.

GTI is "aufregend" (exciting)!!

By Eric Rubery written on 01-28-2016

Just ask my wife - I looked and looked and looked and looked to find the perfect four door hatch for me. My previous daily-driver was a 2004 Jeep Rubicon (short wheelbase, lifted & gets about 11 mpg around town). Was looking for a four-door so we can have some extra room and actually drive every once in a while when we go out to dinner with friends. I only have about 250 miles on the GTI, but so far - great car, great to drive, lots of fun. Interior is very comfortable! Love the front seats & my wife approves of the rear seats as well. First thing she does when we go car shopping is sit in the back seat to see how "uncomfortable" our friends will be when we drive anywhere - she was pleasantly surprised with the rear seats in the GTI. Very comfortable! For the front - I love the driving position and the visibility is truly amazing! Never had a rear-view camera before & figured it was a bit of a gimmick, but having to back into my driveway at night, I've realized how amazingly easy it is now! Storage is adequate for what my wife and I need. I really like the "dual level" floor in the rear cargo area. Don't know if I simply missed it, but in all the research I did on the car, I never saw that function. Makes it much easier to carry taller items, as the rear deck drops down about 6" or so to rest directly on the spare tire. The acceleration is a blast! Granted I'm coming from an overloaded brick wall of a Jeep, but once the turbo spools up you get an extra kick in the seat of your pants - lots of fun on the twists! The suspension is great too - not too soft, not too firm. Can feel the road without needing a kidney belt on rougher roads. Only "option" I added was the Lighting Package. Really wanted the xenon lighting - makes a big difference (at least to me) on dark nights. The high-beams are nearly as bright as the off-road racing driving lights I have on my Jeep! Like I said earlier, I've only had the car a little over a week & have only put about 250 miles on her (mixed city and highway) & I've found the DSG transmission a dream - looked at the manual, but just couldn't justify having to shift several thousand times per day in So Cal traffic. Paddle shifting is fun on the more spirited drives & shifts while in "Drive" are very quick and predictable.

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Features: Alarm , Audio and cruise controls on steering wheel , Aux Audio Inputs , Bluetooth , Fold Flat Rear Seats , Heated seats , Post-collision safety system , Rear Bench Seats , Stability Control , Tire Pressure Warning , Trip Computer , Power Driver Seat , Back-up camera , Keyless Entry/Start , Leather Seats , Sunroof/Moonroof , Upgraded Headlights , Auto Climate Control , Multi-Zone Climate Control , Navigation , USB Inputs , Apple Carplay/Android Auto , Parking sensors .

Engine/Mechanics: 4 cylinders .

Transmission: Automated Manual , Manual .

Fuel Type: premium unleaded (recommended) .

Drivetrain: front wheel drive .

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