The new Volkswagen GTI isn't a dramatically different machine than the one it replaces. Instead of rethinking the GTI, Volkswagen's engineers have finely polished what made the GTI so good to begin with. It's fun to drive all the time thanks to a stout engine and sharp handling. It's comfortable and offers plenty of cargo space too. Frustrating controls and a high base price are its biggest flaws. But as a whole, the new GTI is as charming as ever.
More than 40 years ago, the GTI essentially created the hot hatch segment, combining practicality and performance in an attractive package at an affordable price. Over several decades and seven generations, Volkswagen has built on the original GTI's success. The new eighth-generation Volkswagen Golf GTI makes its debut for 2022, with a fresh, aggressive new face, an all-new interior, new tech and a slight bump in performance.
Elevate your driving experience with this captivating 2022 Volkswagen Golf GTI 2.0T SE. Boasting a sleek black exterior and a host of premium features...
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28 Combined MPG (25 City/34 Highway)
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AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
28 Combined MPG (25 City/34 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: WVW987CD4NW124235 Stock: B10028 Certified Pre-Owned: No
Powering the GTI is a new version of the car's turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that has appeared in VW products for more than a decade. In the 2022 GTI, it produces 241 horsepower and 273 lb-ft of torque — a bump up from the previous engine's 228 hp and 258 lb-ft. You can still get it with a manual transmission or a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic. A revised suspension tuning and a standard limited-slip differential mean the GTI drives better than ever, and the interior benefits from a fresh design and a new infotainment system.
Overall, we're impressed with the new GTI's combination of speed, practicality and technology. But the 2022 model year is shaping up to be a good one for driving enthusiasts, with new versions of the Honda Civic and Subaru BRZ/Toyota 86 twins also making their debuts. There's also the 275-hp Hyundai Veloster N to consider. What to get? Check out our Expert Rating of the 2022 GTI below to help you decide.
Edmunds Expert Rating
edmunds TESTED
by the Edmunds Experts
Great
8.2
out of 10
We drove the 2022 Volkswagen Golf GTI on our test track and on real roads. Our Edmunds team conducts rigorous independent vehicle testing, driving 500,000 miles a year.
Performance
8.5/10
How does the Golf GTI drive? It should be no surprise that the new GTI drives a lot like the old one. It might look different, but the engine, transmission and much of the suspension carry over. That said, it's not totally the same. Base GTIs get a slight bump in power, and all come standard with an electronically controlled limited-slip differential that helps you quickly put down the power when exiting turns.
With the available dual-clutch automatic transmission, our test GTI covered 0-60 mph in just 5.9 seconds. That's about half a second off the more powerful Hyundai Elantra N with the dual-clutch. The manual transmission car was a bit slower at 6.5 seconds to 60, a tenth off the Elantra N manual and half a second off the Subaru WRX. Both transmissions are excellent. The manual transmission has a precise shifter and light clutch with an easy engagement point, so it's easy to drive either around town or on a winding road.
Our summer-tire-shod GTI stopped from 60 mph in just 103 feet, which is impressively short for an affordably priced performance car like this. Steering feel and overall handling have been improved too. Overall, this one of the best-handling front-wheel-drive cars on the road.
Comfort
8/10
How comfortable is the Golf GTI? The GTI has always excelled at balancing performance with comfort. The seatback may look different, but these seats feel familiar to anyone who's driven a GTI before. The fixed side and thigh bolsters are pronounced but not overly tight. Volkswagen has found a nice Goldilocks setting. And, yes, the GTI's iconic red, white and black tartan cloth seats carry over. Ride comfort has been improved thanks to a revised suspension tuning. Our loaded test vehicle was equipped with an adaptive suspension that can be set to a compliant Comfort mode or a firm Sport setting. There's a noticeable difference, but the GTI never feels too soft or overly harsh.
Not everything has been improved. While we appreciate the available three-zone climate control, the capacitive touch controls for the temperature are cumbersome and occasionally infuriating to use. Rather than buttons or knobs, the GTI uses touch points on the dash. They're difficult to see and use without taking your eyes off the road.
Interior
7.5/10
How’s the interior? The GTI's interior may look different than before, but it doesn't take long behind the wheel for everything to feel a bit familiar. The seating position is excellent, with lots of adjustments and good visibility in all directions. It's easy to find a comfortable driving position, and there's plenty of room up front and a decent amount in the rear, though taller passengers might find rear legroom lacking. The brake pedal does sit a bit high off the floor, making heel-toe downshifts with the six-speed manual a bit awkward but not impossible. The GTI's compact size and wide doors make getting in and out a breeze, even with the sporty seat bolsters.
It's not all grand. The capacitive touch controls that plague the climate control system are present everywhere, from the headlight switch to the steering wheel controls. They're all too sensitive and provide too little feedback. We accidently turned on the heated steering wheel on multiple occasions when a palm grazed the button on a tight turn. It's frustrating and one of the few areas in which the new GTI is worse than its predecessor. We really don't get what Volkswagen was going for here.
Technology
9/10
How’s the tech? Volkswagen has heavily updated the GTI's tech. It features a new infotainment system with a new interface and lots of new features, though the system isn't perfect in practice. It's laggy at times, and it's not always clear where certain functions are located. The voice controls are excellent, with a robust list of commands and functions. You can say your feet are cold, and the GTI will start blowing warm air at the bottom vents. The GTI features wireless connectivity for the standard Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration system. There's a wireless charging pad too, and USB-C ports for both front and rear passengers.
The GTI's advanced driver aids are equally impressive. The adaptive cruise control works smoothly, maintaining a tight gap in traffic and holding speed up- and downhill. It's even available with the GTI's manual transmission. Blind-spot monitoring, lane keeping assist and other aids all work about as well as we expect from a car at this price.
Storage
8.5/10
How’s the storage? Performance and style might be what draws your eye to the GTI, but its hatchback utility is part of what's made it so popular over the years. The GTI's cargo space is huge, eclipsing cargo room in nearly every other hatchback on sale today. The cargo area is wide and tall, and the rear seats fold nearly flat in a 60/40 split for even more space. Storage up front is also impressive thanks to large door pockets and plenty of small bins for phone, sunglasses and more. The small and awkwardly placed cupholders are one of the few drawbacks.
There's a reasonable amount of space in the rear for child safety seats. Isofix anchors are easily located, though the front seats may need to be scooted up a hair to accommodate larger rear-facing seats.
Fuel Economy
8/10
How’s the fuel economy? EPA-estimated fuel economy for the GTI is 28 mpg combined whether you opt for the six-speed manual or seven-speed dual-clutch automatic. The dual-clutch does return slight better city fuel ecnomy, 25 mpg versus 24 mpg, but highway estimates are the same at 34 mpg. We saw 30.8 mpg on our 115-mile real-world evaluation route driving a dual-clutch-equipped model, which is a good showing and a promising indication the EPA estimates are accurate.
Value
7.5/10
Is the Golf GTI a good value? The Volkswagen GTI has always been one of the most expensive vehicles in its class, but it's also generally felt a cut above most of its rivals. A well-equipped GTI crosses over $40,000, significantly more than most of its rivals. The interior looks and feels premium, with a clean design and lots of nice materials. The performance gap to other more powerful cars has narrowed thanks to the GTI's updates, but the Volkswagen is less of a performance bargain than the quickest hatchbacks in its class.
Volkswagen includes a four-year/50,000-mile basic and powertrain warranty, which is average for the class. The GTI's three years/36,000 miles of roadside assistance is better than most, as is the scheduled maintenance coverage of two years/24,000 miles.
Wildcard
9/10
The GTI has always been one of the more subtle hot hatches around. While cars like the Civic Type R are adorned with big wings and wide fenders, the GTI has remained cool and clean, even if that new face is a bit more brash than before. Whether it's the tartan seats, red accents or new LED foglights, it's the small details that make the GTI charming.
And that's all before you get behind the wheel. The GTI is fun at any speed. The turbocharged engine offers lots of low-end power, so you can zip through traffic without having to work too hard. Then, when you escape the city and head out to a twisty road, the GTI rewards you with predictable handling and an engaging character.
2022 Volkswagen Golf GTI trim level differences
The 2022 Golf GTI is available as a four-door hatchback and comes in three trim levels: S, SE and Autobahn. Power comes from a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine (241 hp, 273 lb-ft of torque) that drives the front wheels through either a six-speed manual transmission or an optional seven-speed dual-clutch automatic. Standard feature highlights include: Compare the 2022 Volkswagen Golf GTI trim levels in-depth.
Which Golf GTI trim does Edmunds recommend?
There's nothing wrong with getting a base GTI S. It comes well stocked with convenience and safety-related features. The Autobahn trim is tempting because of its exclusive adaptive suspension and summer performance tires, but a large part of the GTI's appeal is affordability. Stick with the S and use your considerable savings to buy a set of summer tires and some high-performance track-day entries.
I had the MK7 and now the MK8 GTI and I am really impressed with the performance of this car, also the touch screen and haptic controls are really easy to use once you know where everything is.
I’ll really like everything about the car’s chassis, engine, motor, and interior. I dislike the overly complex infotainment system with no mobs for radio or HVAC. It’s hard to concentrate on driving with this system. Hopefully they will add some physical knobs since it seems to be universally abhorred.
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I have owned many cars in my 30+ years of driving. Many Volkswagens and many luxury cars. This is my first GTI. I have owned it for nearly a year and I look forward to driving it everyday. I also look forward to maybe buying another, next time a Golf R. But for now it is a tremendous car. There have been a few negatives but the positives way outweigh the negatives. I have the Autobahn … Pomelo Yellow. Yes there have been some electronic bugs and quirks but they all have been under warranty and taken care. I have had couple of flat tires, one warrantied. I think it's because the roads here in Southern California suck and the tires and suspension really rock when going over potholes and road hazards. The stereo radio would go off and stop working for like ten minute intervals when i first got the car but probably due to software updates, those are not a issue anymore. I do now have a sensor issue within the parking brakes but no problem; its under recall and it will be fixed. This care is tremendously fun to drive, and the quality and craftsmanship is beyond expected. Long Live GTIs!
The criticism this car gets from journalists and supposed owners (mainly infotainment related) is massively overblown. This is my second Golf GTI, the first being the MK6, and the improvements are massive. The new GTI drives MUCH sharper, with crisper steering, a much more rigid platform, and with the adaptive dampers, has a much broader bandwidth for driving dynamics. All the hate the … car gets for the haptic switchgear and infotainment system is unfounded. I love how clean the interior design is, and the infotainment system is super intuitive after a few uses. Android Auto works flawlessly and the system is quick to load with no lag. Also, the new GTI is both more powerful than older models, more fuel efficient, and gets full power on 87 octane. What's not to love?
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