2026 Volkswagen Golf GTI Autobahn
The 2026 Volkswagen Golf GTI Autobahn is a 241-hp 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-4 with a 7-speed dsg dual clutch automatic and front-wheel drive. It starts at $42,480 MSRP and is rated at 27 mpg combined.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Price | |
| MSRP | $42,480 |
| MSRP with Destination | $43,755 |
| Destination Charge | $1,275 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 2.0L turbocharged/intercooled inline 4-cylinder, 16V TSI (EA888evo4) |
| Displacement | 1.984 L |
| Horsepower | 241 hp @ 5,000 rpm |
| Torque | 273 lb-ft @ 1600-4500 rpm |
| Valvetrain | DOHC chain-driven 4-valve, variable intake and exhaust timing, variable exhaust-valve lift |
| Bore and Stroke | 82.5 x 92.8 |
| Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 |
| Injection Type | Direct fuel injection (TSI) |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | FWD |
| Differential Type | VAQ limited-slip front differential lock; XDS cross differential system |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 7-speed DSG dual clutch automatic (Tiptronic) |
| 1st Gear | 3.4 |
| 2nd Gear | 2.75 |
| 3rd Gear | 1.77 |
| 4th Gear | 0.93 |
| 5th Gear | 0.71 |
| 6th Gear | 0.76 |
| 7th Gear | 0.64 |
| Reverse | 2.9 |
| Final Drive | 4.17 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 24 MPG |
| Highway | 32 MPG |
| Combined | 27 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular unleaded (recommended) |
| Tank Capacity | 13.2 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Strut-type with lower control arms, coil springs, telescopic dampers, anti-roll bar |
| Rear Suspension | Multilink with coil springs, telescopic dampers, anti-roll bar |
| Turning Diameter | 38.1 ft |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | 13.4 x 1.2 in (approx. 340 x 30 mm) vented |
| Rear Brake Disc | 12.2 x 0.9 in (approx. 310 x 23 mm) vented |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 19 x 8J |
| Wheels Rear | 19 x 8J |
| Tires Front | 235/35 R19 summer performance |
| Tires Rear | 235/35 R19 summer performance |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 168.9 in |
| Width | 70.4 in |
| Height | 57.7 in |
| Wheelbase | 103.6 in |
| Front Track | 60.4 in |
| Rear Track | 59.6 in |
| Ground Clearance | 4.7 in |
| Approach Angle | 13.1° |
| Departure Angle | 19.7° |
| Cargo Volume | 19.9 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 3,183 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 38.5 in |
| Headroom Rear | 38.1 in |
| Legroom Front | 41.2 in |
| Legroom Rear | 35 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 55.9 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 53.9 in |
| Hip Room Front | 53.4 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 46.3 in |