Used 2017 Volkswagen Golf GTI Sport 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M) Consumer Reviews
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GTI for an old guy
gdub, Rancho Cucamonga, CA, 07/17/2017
updated 01/17/2019
Volkswagen Golf GTI Sport 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
14 of 15 people found this review helpful
2017 VW GTI Sport 6 spd manual. 20 months and 31K miles into the car that changed from a weekend driver to a commuter car. 4 oil changes at approx 8K mile interval and she is ready for new tires. The OEM Contis are not very good. However, if you want to smile when driving again, this little GTI does not disappoint. Can get up to 40 plus mpgs if you are not pushing the turbo, or if you are driving spirited you get about 25 mpgs. Flawless so far. Not one mechanical issue. Info system with Android Auto works great! I had the 30K service done this past weekend. Brakes are great, just oil and tires. Would I purchase again? Hell yeah!! When I am stopped and I meet another GTI owner, they always say positive things about the GTI. Choose wisely grasshopper. This GTI is a fun car! 01/17/19 42,000 miles in the GTI and she still kicks butt. Oil changes, new tires, air filters that's it for service. Runs awesome and just a fun car to drive.
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The perfect balance.
James, Aurora, OH, 01/03/2017
updated 01/07/2019
Volkswagen Golf GTI Sport 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
16 of 19 people found this review helpful
The Sport trim offers you the best value in your GTI I feel. It is almost like the Autobahn compared to the SE, just spend the $1500 or so more, you won't regret it. I got a great deal on my GTI Sport. I will get the negatives out of the way now since the list is still really short after 1 month of ownership. There are no fog lamps on this trim level. This was quite troublsome the other night in a white-out snow. THe road holding wasn't the issue, visibility was, and fog lamps would've been really nice to have. You get the lighting package, however, which gives you the lovely and aggressive looking xenon headlights and LED DRL lights. Ties the front together nicely, every GTI should have these. The adaptive lighting when turning at slower speeds is also much better than in was on my 2012 Golf TDI. Quicker to respond, quicker to turn off, and better at throwing the light. Second negative, rides a bit harsh I feel for normal driving, the last generation of GTI was a bit more comfy in a straight line or during casual driving, however, it also didn't turn like the Mk7. This car's new MQB platform from Audi is a MAJOR improvement in the Golf/GTI lineup, and handling is bliss in a corner when you throw it around a bit. Sharp, direct, and almost like an extension of your arms when you hold at 3 & 9'o clocks. Also, you could teach someone with getting comfortable with a manual transmission, or at least the principles of it. Super easy clutch, almost too easy, I plan to do some aftermarket work in there anyways but for the masses, it is decent. I have had one defect so far, a piece of cloth that forms the backing of the rear armrest fell off, and the armrest is back-ordered, minor detail. Can't even see it unless you look in from the rear. I am not concerned with it right now. The positives go on and on and on. But, I will let you find out for yourself! Update: One thing I have noticed in the almost 10k miles of owning the vehicles, is that the paint is far too delicate. The piano black decorative trim on the door B-pillars is liquid and even fingers leave marks that require abrasives to remove. If you are very picky about your vehicle upkeep and like it perfect, like me, be prepared to work hard for it! 1/5/2019: Recently, at 34,000 miles, the water pump began to leak. As a wrench at a VW dealer 5 years ago, these were a fairly common issue on some models with the 2.0L TSI engines. I was sorta disappointed to see they are still an occurrence at such low mileage, and even more so that I got stuck with one. But repair was fast and done neatly by the dealership. I have also replaced all 4 tires at 34,000 miles. The Golf/GTI platforms seem to devour rear tires, even with a 5,000 mile rotation frequency. I have owned two Golfs/GTIs now, and both had significant tire noise by 30,000 miles, even with 5/32 tread left. The front tires seem to wear just fine, until they spend some time in the back. Alignment specs are perfect(per OEM), trust me. But again, this is an issue I have lived with as a VW owner for 7 years now. I sorta expect it before the buy, so I can't really hold it against the car, however I will be fair and honest and update the review as such. I plan to hold onto the vehicle for at least the life of the front brakes, at which time the loan and my checking account will hopefully be ready to climb the Golf family tree further. Being Golf R brakes, OEM parts will run me around $500. Would rather put that towards a new GTI or possibly even a Golf R.
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A Brilliant, Sport Hatch
John, Santa Fe, NM, 08/11/2018
updated 02/21/2020
Volkswagen Golf GTI Sport 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
7 of 9 people found this review helpful
The GTI Sport, 6 speed manual, is extremely docile yet responsive in city traffic and a beast on the back roads. Rarely have I driven a car on a daily basis that is as sorted out as this one. I have plenty of space for four adult passengers, great visibility, room for all my stuff, a delightful engine and transmission, strong brakes and solid, timeless styling. I could put down the rear seat, crawl into the back and curl up to sleep through night if I needed to. It is a solid vehicle that drives way above it's class. It's a breeze to park, reliable, and I will say it again, quick in real world conditions. The OEM tires leave something to be desired and I look forward to replacing them in due time for a set that is more tactile. VWs depreciate faster than Toyota and Honda. The only way to offset this is to drive the car for many years---which I plan to do because I do not see anything else on the market or coming to the market at its price range that comes close to the current GTI. Update 2/19: Now two years into ownership and the VW GTI continues to be a solid, problem-free performer. I am very pleased with the car. Update 2/20 Three years into ownership the GTI remains rock solid. No issues and my mechanic reports very little wear and tear on the car. My tires and brakes for example are holding up exceedingly well. Car is a delight to drive. Solid and safe. Nothing compares with it if you like small cars and dislike SUVs as your daily driver. When I bought it, the GTI was considered one of the ten best cars in the world. Three years into it I agree.
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GTI Sport - Perfect Drivers Car
Glenn Migliorino, Lake Hiawatha, NJ, 10/04/2017
Volkswagen Golf GTI Sport 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
My 1st experience with a VW, and I'm pretty impressed with the quality of the interior/exterior. Car is reasonably quick and handles extremely well. In addition I'm getting over 30mpg, pleasantly surprised especially since more of my driving is not highways . Its a fairly small car but is bigger inside than you would expect - plenty of room for 4 passengers - 5 in a pinch. Trunk is a little small but works well since it's a hatchback. It's certainly hard to find a "drivers car" anymore, especially one that is practical and reasonably priced - if that's what you like this is about the only game in town.
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My pocket rocket is awesome
AMrith Anand, Chantilly, VA, 09/19/2017
Volkswagen Golf GTI Sport 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I've been driving it only for 20 days. I should have bought this years ago.
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