Used 2016 Volkswagen Golf GTI Hatchback Consumer Reviews
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99 mph in the 1/4 mile, 39 MPG real world economy
Ray Warns, 12/04/2015
updated 06/06/2016
2016 Volkswagen Golf GTI S w/Performance Package 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
10 of 10 people found this review helpful
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.
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Isaac Coard, 04/04/2016
2016 Volkswagen Golf GTI S 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
10 of 10 people found this review helpful
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.
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A plesant suprise to something different
Drew, 07/19/2016
2016 Volkswagen Golf GTI SE w/Performance Package 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6AM)
21 of 23 people found this review helpful
So I have had well in excess of 20 cars, I used to race cars professionally 20 years ago and since then I drive 750 miles per week on average as a senior account executive. So.....the car....much better than the 2014 Mazda 3s GT manual hatchback I was driving. Turbo lag....it's there but if you keep it in the rev band (3300RPM and above) no issues. Mazda I did actually like the no lag ever I mean ever with that car. Comfort, more important to me the older I get. Yes this car Is easier to get into, the seats are better and my back is not sore after a typicall 200 mile day. The Mazda I can't say the same, you had to squat to get in, and the seats were just not as supportive. Speed/power, this car will move if you are in the power rev range as aforementioned. Handling, very very good as well, mind you I raced race cars years ago and my son now races professional go karts, so I see flaws in everything else. Stability control. Hmmmmmmmm this is where I may have an issue mine has the DCC Dynamic Chasis Control as well and even turing off traction control setting everything in sport, the car STILLL TRIES TO DRIVE YOU, breaking when you don't want to, breaking a single wheel to supposedly get more speed around the corner, but it defeats the purpose if "you know how to drive a car fast" sure for a novice they are great aids for non novice users such as myself.....off should mean off, if I want no assistance don't assist me. i.e. why I bought a manual in the first place. Am I happy with the car, yes. Could the tweak a few things, sure, all car manufacturerers can. Question is with me is can I get 200K miles out of it like I do with their Japanese competitors. (1st VW, have had 11 Japanese cars over 200k from new with no real major issues)
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From a Camaro ss to a GTI
George, 06/07/2016
2016 Volkswagen Golf GTI SE w/Performance Package 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6AM)
8 of 8 people found this review helpful
I wanted a car that handled great had great acceleration and stupendous handling so i bought a 2016 Camaro SS...I'm not a young guy so the things i had to give up for the Camaro performance ( visibility, mpg, insurance cost, cargo room, passenger room) started to grate on my nerves and after about 4 months the honeymoon was over. I cross-shopped the BMW 228i, Mazda3, Mustang GT,Subaru WRX, Golf R for a replacement...out of all these cars the GTI proved to IMO to be the best bang for the buck. I ended up purchasing a 2016 Golf GTI with DCC, DSG, PP and Light Package. What a great car. Quiet ride of a quality comfort focused vehicle and the control and handling of a sports car. Great seats and over all interior. Great visibility and usable storage. The only thing I miss from my Camaro is the neck snapping acceleration at any speed. The Golf is plenty fast and accelerates very well for a small engined car though so don't worry about it being slow in anyway shape or form. All in all i am very happy with my purchase. VW could have done a better job with the media phone interface...but its livable.
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Guy Incognito, 12/17/2015
2016 Volkswagen Golf GTI Autobahn w/Performance Package 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6AM)
8 of 8 people found this review helpful
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.
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