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2016 Highlights

For 2016, the Volkswagen GTI gets a major upgrade in cabin technology. An all-new infotainment system provides a standard 6.5-inch touchscreen interface, rearview camera, universal USB input and, for compatible phones, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay integration. VW has also added new features to the optional Driver Assistance package, including adaptive cruise control, an emergency brake assist feature, lane departure warnings, blind spot monitoring and automated parallel parking.

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Pros

  • Turbocharged engine provides quick acceleration and good fuel economy
  • sporty handling makes it fun to drive around turns
  • versatile and roomy hatchback design
  • high-quality interior materials that look and feel great.

Cons

  • Automated transmission's lack of responsiveness in slow-moving traffic
  • optional summer tires produce a moderately stiff ride quality.
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Volkswagen Golf GTI 2016 Autobahn w/Performance Package 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6AM) Pure White Titan Black leather16,574 miles
Used 2016Volkswagen Golf GTIAutobahn w/Performance Package
List:$24,998
Est.Loan: $455/mo
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Volkswagen Golf GTI 2016 Autobahn w/Performance Package 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6AM) Deep Black Pearl Titan Black leather26,427 miles
Used 2016Volkswagen Golf GTIAutobahn w/Performance Package
List:$25,503
Est.Loan: $464/mo
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CARFAX One-Owner. Clean CARFAX. Deep Black Pearl 2016 Volkswagen Golf GTI Autobahn w/Performance Package FWD 6-Speed DSG Automatic with Tiptronic 2.0L TSI BALANCE OF FACTORY WARRANTY, ONE OWNER CLEAN CARFAX NO DAMAGE REPORTED, CLEAN AUTO CHECK REPORT, CLEAN AUTO CHECK REPORT ONE OWNER, FACTORY NAVIGATION, LEATHER, LOCAL TRADE-IN, ONE OWNER, POWER SUNROOF/MOONROOF, ABS brakes, Alloy wheels, Compass, Electronic Stability Control, Emergency communication system, Front dual zone A/C, Heated door mirrors, Heated front seats, Heated Top Sport Front Seats, Illuminated entry, Low tire pressure warning, Navigation System, Power moonroof, Remote keyless entry, Traction control. Look at this 1 OWNER Local trade in with. Recent Arrival! 33/25 Highway/City MPG Farrish of Fairfax, Stop Clicking and come see us Today!!! Reviews: * Turbocharged engine provides quick acceleration and good fuel economy sporty handling makes it fun to drive around turns versatile and roomy hatchback design high-quality interior materials that look and feel great. Source: Edmunds

Volkswagen Golf GTI 2016 S 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6AM) Deep Black Pearl Titan Black w/Clark Plaid cloth17,926 miles
Used 2016Volkswagen Golf GTIS
List:$18,988
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Features & Specs

SE 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M)S 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M)SE w/Performance Package 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6AM)
MPG282828
Seating555
Transmission6-speed manual6-speed manual6-speed automated manual
Fuelgasgasgas
Horsepower210 hp @ 4500 rpm210 hp @ 4500 rpm220 hp @ 4700 rpm
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Safety

NHTSA Overall Rating

The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.

  • Frontal Barrier Crash Rating

    Overall4/5
    Driver4/5
    Passenger5/5

  • Side Crash Rating

    Overall5/5

  • Side Barrier Rating

    Overall5/5
    Driver5/5
    Passenger5/5

  • Combined Side Barrier & Pole Ratings

    Front Seat5/5
    Back Seat5/5

  • Rollover

    Rollover4/5
    Dynamic Test ResultNo Tip
    Risk Of Rollover11.1%

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Many things to love, but a couple of weird quirks
As the owner of a Mk VI VW “clean” diesel Golf, I was deeply ambivalent about doing business again with VW, but I swallowed my pride and gave the Mk VII GTI a spin. With one drive, I was reminded of all of the virtues that made the GTI a classic. The car just does so much so very well at such a reasonable price. There’s ample room for four real adults, and with the rear seats folded down, I can haul almost anything I’d care to stuff into a car. Fit and finish are superb, rivaling many entry level luxury cars. The doors close with a “thunk” and road noise is admirably dampened. The GTI is a blast to drive The GTI perfectly docile in daily commuting, but wind it past 2500 RPM and it pulls enthusiastically all the way to the redline. The manual shifter is direct and precise and the handling is outstanding. The ride is firm but not punishing, and when I behave myself, I average about 28 MPG in mixed driving. With an engine that willing, I frequently don't behave myself. The 2016’s new MiB infotainment system with Apple AirPlay, while not best in class, is a huge upgrade from VW’s dated infotainment system. Finally I can access and manage my iPhone’s maps, music, and podcasts without fiddling with the phone and risking my life. Wonder of wonders, there’s finally a USB port. No car is perfect, and the Mk VII GTI has some issues. My biggest gripe has been the front seats. I'm 5'11" and 165 lbs, and while I'm athletically built, nobody would mistake me for Captain America. Even so, the very aggressively bolstered seats pinch my upper back (lats) uncomfortably. After a 30 minute drive, I emerge with chafing marks on my upper back. If I can't fit these seats, the average 200 pounder doesn't have a chance. The center console is wider than in the Mk VI and protrudes into the footwell. I find resting my right knee against the hard plastic rather uncomfortable on long drives. The speedometer is unnecessarily "busy" making it difficult to read MPH at a glance. Instead, I project MPH digitally on the center infotainment screen. Finally, the interior of the car is quite dark (even the headliner is black) which is a bit oppressive and makes the car a greenhouse on sunny days. If you live in a warm or sunny climate, tinted windows are a must. Eager to regain customers after the diesel debacle, VW is offering big discounts on GTIs. I got mine for $23,500 out the door, which is just an amazing deal for a car with this many virtues. If I can just figure out how to widen the upper bolsters on the damn driver's seat, I'm set.
As good as everyone said it was
I picked up a 2016 Autobahn with Performance Package, Lighting Package, and DCC a couple of weeks ago. I watched every YouTube video I could find on the car and read all the reviews for the 2015 model and I had high expectations and have not been disappointed so far. The only thing I have found to complain about is the Owners Manual and the fact that VW does not offer a downloadable .PDF version of it. I did not buy the car for its gas mileage and have no clue what it has been so far - I keep the display set to vehicle speed because my old tired eyes have trouble reading low contrast images. The DCC works as advertised and in Comfort mode makes for a nice smooth ride on bumpy roads. When you switch to Sport mode it really becomes a beast on the start and can is a bit much for in town driving but it is sure fun! The infotainment system is good but when it comes to VR the Ford MyTouch system cannot be beat - I have owned two different Ford vehicles with the system and got spoiled a bit by being able to not only control my music selections by voice but even the HVAC system as well. I hope VW is able to weather the diesel storm and brings us more cars like the GTI and R. 04/05/2016: So far I have not had a single problem with my GTI and driving it is the most fun you can have without getting naked first! 04/05/2017: Still enjoying my GTI every time I get behind the wheel! No problems/repairs to date (other than the recall on the fuel system). I have started to shop for my next vehicle but so far I have not found anything that does not come up short when compared to my GTI and after seeing the VW video of the 2018 Golf line I have decided to wait for a new 2018 GTI or Golf R.
The Swiss Army knife of sporty cars
I'm a 50 something male who has owned just about every make of car over the last 35 years. While I've always liked VW cars, this is the first one I've owned. I was considering a Passat, but passed because found it to be too dull. I wanted car that had enough room to haul two teenagers, but was also small enough to be convenient in the city. It had to be comfortable enough for 200 mile round trips which I do periodically. I looked at the a diverse crop of vehicles including a standard Golf, a Kia Soul, a Jeep Renegade, a slightly used Audi A3 and a GTI. After driving all of them the GTI was of course the most fun. So when VW started deeply discounting the GTI in December, I decided to buy one. If you are buying a car for simple transportation to work, the regular Golf is a better choice. It's rides softer and is cheaper. That being said, in its category of powerful sporty cars the GTI is probably the most livable, practical of the bunch. The interior is quiet on the highway, yet still has a bit of a growl when you hit the pedal. On smoother roads the ride is acceptable. On bumpy roads (which are plentiful where I live) the ride is borderline uncomfortable for me. I would prefer a softer ride, but I realize that is the tradeoff for the the excellent handling, power and 18 inch wheels. I sometimes think the suspension of the regular Golf would be a better compromise for me. The interior quality and functionality are remarkable for this price point. I'm a big fan of the clean, crisp, sporty styling both inside and out. It's distinctive without being garish or cartoonish. At 50 I don't feel silly driving the GTI like I might in some other sporty cars that seem geared toward teenagers. It's just about the perfect combination of fun and practicality. It is the Swiss Army knife of cars. In 6000 miles I have not had one thing go wrong or need to be addressed by the dealer. The only part of the car that I'm not 100% keen on is the DSG transmission. It can be a bit jerky with some low speed drivetrain bucking if you're not smooth with the pedal, similar to a manual transmission. The regular Golf with torque converter transmission smooths out these sensations, but also dulls the responsiveness.
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    2016 Volkswagen Golf GTI Gas Mileage

    2016 Volkswagen Golf GTI SE 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M), 6-speed manual, premium unleaded (recommended)
    28 compined MPG,
    25 city MPG/34 highway MPG

    2016 Volkswagen Golf GTI S 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M), 6-speed manual, premium unleaded (recommended)
    28 compined MPG,
    25 city MPG/34 highway MPG

    2016 Volkswagen Golf GTI SE w/Performance Package 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6AM), 6-speed automated manual, premium unleaded (recommended)
    28 compined MPG,
    25 city MPG/33 highway MPG

    EPA Est. MPG28
    Transmission6-speed manual
    Drive Trainfront wheel drive
    Displacement2.0 L
    Passenger Volume116.3 cu.ft.
    Wheelbase103.6 in.
    Length168.0 in.
    Width70.5 in.
    Height56.8 in.
    Curb Weight2972 lbs.