Compare 2016 Volkswagen Golf GTI - Details
| Pricing | |||
| MSRP | $29,520 | $25,645 | $27,395 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Invoice | $28,338 | $24,490 | $26,019 |
| Destination | $820 | $900 | $795 |
| Interior Edit | |||
| Air Conditioning, Front | Climatic Manual | Manual | Dual Zone Automatic |
| Air Filter | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Underseat Ducts | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Cargo Concealed Storage | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Cargo Net | Optional | N/A | N/A |
| Cargo Tie Downs | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Clock | In-dash | In-radio Display | In-dash |
| Compass | Standard | Standard | Optional |
| Cruise Control | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Optional | N/A | N/A |
| Cupholders | Front And Rear | Front | Front |
| Gear Shift Knob Trim | Leather/aluminum | Leather/aluminum | Leather/aluminum |
| 12V DC Power Outlet | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Lighter Elements | N/A | Front | Front |
| Ashtray | N/A | Optional | Optional |
| Overhead Console | Mini With Storage | Mini With Storage | N/A |
| Floor Console | Full | Full | Full |
| Floor Mats | Carpeted Front And Rear | Carpet Front | Carpet Front |
| Front Windows | Power | Power | Power |
| Rear Windows | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed |
| 1-touch Window Up | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| 1-touch Window Down | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| Programmable Garage Door Opener | N/A | N/A | Optional |
| Instrumentation | Analog | Analog | Analog |
| Oil Pressure Gauge | N/A | Optional | N/A |
| Driver Information Centre | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Tachometer | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Trip Computer | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Water Temp Gauge | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Voltage Gauge | N/A | Standard | N/A |
| Low Fuel Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Service Interval Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Exterior Temperature Display | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Lighting - Glovebox | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Lighting - Map Lights | Front And Rear | Front | Front |
| Lighting - Dome Light | Fade | Fade | Delay |
| Lighting - Cargo Light | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Illuminated Vanity Mirrors | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| Rear Window Defogger | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Rear View Mirror | Day-night | Auto-dimming Day-night | Day-night |
| Mirrors - Visor Vanity Mirrors | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| Fuel Door Release | Power | N/A | Mechanical |
| Remote Trunk Release | N/A | Power | Power |
| Retained Accessory Power | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Seatback Storage Pockets | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Tilt-Wheel Adjustable Steering Column | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Material | Leather | Leather/aluminum | Leather/metal-look |
| Air Compressor | N/A | Standard | N/A |
| Seats Edit | |||
| Front Seat Type | Sport Bucket | Bucket | Sport Bucket |
| Standard Seating | 5 Passengers | 4 Passengers | 4 Passengers |
| Front Driver Seat Direction Controls | 6-way | 6-way Power | 6-way |
| Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls | 6-way | 6-way Power | 4-way |
| Lumbar Support | Driver And Passenger | Driver | N/A |
| Front Armrests | Center | Center | N/A |
| Front Head Restraints | Adjustable | Adjustable W/tilt | Adjustable |
| Heated Front Seats | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback | N/A | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback |
| Rear Seats | 60-40 Bench | 50-50 Bench | Full Bucket |
| Rear Armrest | With Pass-thru | N/A | N/A |
| Rear Head Restraints | 3 - Adjustable | 2 - Adjustable | 2 - Fixed |
| Seat Trim | Leather | Cloth | Alcantara Simulated Suede/leather |
| Entertainment Edit | |||
| Radio | SiriusXM AM/FM/HD/Satellite, Seek-scan | AM/FM/Satellite-prep, Seek-scan | SiriusXM AM/FM/HD/Satellite, Seek-scan |
| CD Player | In-dash Mounted Single | In-dash Mounted Single | In-dash Mounted Single |
| MP3 Capability | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Auxiliary Input Jack | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Voice Recognition | N/A | Standard | N/A |
| Speakers | 9 Fender | 6 | 8 |
| Amplifier | Standard | N/A | 196W |
| Equalizer | N/A | N/A | Automatic |
| Speed-Sensitive Volume | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| 1st Row LCD Screen | 1 | 2 | 1 |
| Bluetooth Compatibility | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Safety and Security Edit | |||
| Airbags, Frontal | Driver And Front Passenger | Driver And Front Passenger | Driver And Front Passenger |
| Airbags, Side Impact | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger |
| Airbags, Side Curtain | Side Curtain Protection | Curtain 1st And 2nd Row | Curtain 1st And 2nd Row |
| Airbags, Knee Protection | N/A | Driver And Passenger | N/A |
| Occupancy Sensor | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Traction Control | ABS And Driveline | ABS And Driveline | ABS And Driveline |
| In-Vehicle Assistance Service | VW Car-Net | 911 Assist | N/A |
| Height Adjustable Seatbelts | Front | N/A | N/A |
| Seatbelt Pre-tensioners | Front | Front | Front |
| Headlights | Halogen | High Intensity Low/high Beam | High Intensity Low/high Beam |
| Exterior Light Control | Auto On/off | Auto On/off | Auto On/off |
| Delay-off Headlamps | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Daytime Running Lights | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Directionally Adaptive Headlights | Optional | N/A | N/A |
| LED Taillights | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Illuminated Entry | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Parking Assist | Optional | Optional | N/A |
| Remote Keyless Entry | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob (all Doors) |
| Keyless Access System | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Panic Alarm | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Door Locks | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | Power With 2 Stage Unlock |
| Content Theft Deterrent Alarm System | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Ignition Disable | Immobilizer III | SecuriLock | Standard |
| Lane Departure Warning | Lane Assist | N/A | N/A |
| First Aid Kit | Optional | N/A | N/A |
| Theft Deterrent Radio | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Blind Spot Sensor | Optional | N/A | N/A |
| Low Tire Pressure Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Overview | |||
| Warranty Overview | Basic (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Powertrain (60 Month/60,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (144 Month/unlimited Mileage), Roadside Assistance (36 Month/36,000 Mileage) | Basic (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Powertrain (60 Month/60,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (60 Month/unlimited Mileage), Roadside Assistance (60 Month/60,000 Mileage) | Basic (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Powertrain (60 Month/60,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (60 Month/unlimited Mileage), Roadside Assistance (36 Month/36,000 Mileage) |
| Warranty Edit | |||
| Warranty - Basic | 36 Months/36,000 Miles | 36 Months/36,000 Miles | 36 Months/36,000 Miles |
| Warrranty - Powertrain | 60 Months/60,000 Miles | 60 Months/60,000 Miles | 60 Months/60,000 Miles |
| Warranty - Corrosion Perforation | 144 Months/unlimited Miles | 60 Months/unlimited Miles | 60 Months/unlimited Miles |
| Warranty - Roadside Assistance | 36 Months/36,000 Miles | 60 Months/60,000 Miles | 36 Months/36,000 Miles |
| Exterior Edit | |||
| Antenna | Integrated Roof | Fixed | Integrated Roof |
| Body Material | Fully Galvanized Steel | Galvanized Steel/aluminum | Galvanized Steel/aluminum |
| Paint | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone |
| Grille Trim | Black | Black | Black |
| Fog/driving Lights | Front | Front | Front |
| Door Count | 2 Doors | 2 Doors | 2 Doors |
| Rear Cargo Door | Liftgate | Trunk | Trunk |
| Tinted Windows | Light | Light | Light |
| Rear Window Type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed |
| Mirrors | Dual Power Remote | Dual Power Remote | Dual Power Remote |
| Heated Door Mirrors | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Sunroof | 1st Row Exterior Express Open/close Sliding And Tilting Glass | N/A | N/A |
| Spoiler | Lip | Lip | Wing |
| Front Tires | P225/40HR18.0 BSW Performance AS | P235/50WR18.0 BSW AS | P215/45WR17.0 BSW Summer Performance |
| Wheels | 18" Silver Aluminum | 18" Machined W/painted Accents Aluminum | 17" Machined W/painted Accents Aluminum |
| Spare Tire And Wheel | Compact Steel | Compact Steel | Compact Steel |
| Windshield Wipers - Front | Variable Intermittent | Variable Intermittent | Variable Intermittent |
| Windshield Wipers - Rain Sensing | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Rear Window Wipers | Fixed Interval | N/A | N/A |
| Mud Flaps | Optional | N/A | N/A |
| Mechanical Edit | |||
| Engine | 2.0L I-4 | 2.3L I-4 | 2.0L H-4 |
| Engine - Valvetrain | DOHC | DOHC | DOHC |
| Turbocharger | Intercooled Turbo | Intercooled Turbo | N/A |
| Brakes | 4-wheel Disc | 4-wheel Disc | 4-wheel Disc |
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) | 4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel |
| Brake Assist | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Drive Type | Front-wheel | Rear-wheel | Rear-wheel |
| Engine Block Heater | N/A | Optional | N/A |
| Exhaust | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel |
| Steering | Rack And Pinion | Rack And Pinion | Rack And Pinion |
| Speed Sensitive Steering | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Suspension Tuning | Sport | Regular | Regular |
| Ride Control | Optional | N/A | N/A |
| Adaptive Suspension | Optional | N/A | N/A |
| Front Suspension Type | Strut | Strut | Strut |
| Front Anti-roll Bar | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Front Shocks | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized |
| Front Springs | Coil | Coil | Coil |
| Rear Suspension Type | Multi-link | Multi-link | Double Wishbone |
| Rear Anti-roll Bar | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Rear Shocks | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized |
| Rear Springs | Coil | Coil | Coil |
| Electronic Stability System | Standard | AdvanceTrac | Standard |
| Sequential Shift Control | Tiptronic | SelectShift | Optional |
| Transmission | 6-spd Man W/OD | 6-spd Man W/OD | 6-spd Man W/OD |
| Axle Ratio | 3.24 | 3.31 | 4.10 |
| Locking/limited Slip Differential | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Remote Vehicle Starting System | N/A | Optional | N/A |
| Specifications Edit | |||
| Exterior Length | 168.0 " | 188.3 " | 166.7 " |
| Exterior Body Width | 70.5 " | 75.4 " | 69.9 " |
| Exterior Height | 56.8 " | 54.4 " | 50.6 " |
| Engine | 2.0L I-4 | 2.3L I-4 | 2.0L H-4 |
| Horsepower | 220 @ 4,700 Rpm | 310 @ 5,500 Rpm | 200 @ 7,000 Rpm |
| Torque | 258 @ 1,500 Rpm | 320 @ 2,500 Rpm | 151 @ 6,400 Rpm |
| Fuel Economy - City | 25 Mpg | 22 Mpg | 22 Mpg |
| Fuel Economy - Highway | 34 Mpg | 31 Mpg | 30 Mpg |
| 0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s) | 6.3 Seconds | 5.3 Seconds | 6.7 Seconds |
| 1/4 Mile Time | 15.1 Seconds | 14.0 Seconds | 15.3 Seconds |
| 1/4 Mile Speed | 89 Mph | 102 Mph | 91 Mph |
| Lateral Acceleration (g) | .9 | .9 | .9 |
| Slalom Speed | 62 Mph | 60 Mph | 62 Mph |
| Bore-and-Stroke | 3.25/3.65 " | 3.45/3.70 " | 3.39/3.39 " |
| Curb Weight | 2,972 Lbs. | 3,532 Lbs. | 2,778 Lbs. |
| Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) | 4,189 Lbs. | N/A | 3,682 Lbs. |
| Payload | 1,098 Lbs. | N/A | N/A |
| Wheelbase | 103.6 " | 107.1 " | 101.2 " |
| Front Track | 60.6 " | 62.3 " | 59.8 " |
| Rear Track | 59.7 " | 64.9 " | 60.6 " |
| Turning Radius | 17.9 '' | 18.3 '' | 17.7 '' |
| Drag Coefficient | .31 | N/A | .28 |
| Front Legroom | 41.2 " | 44.5 " | 41.9 " |
| Rear Legroom | 35.6 " | 30.6 " | 29.9 " |
| Front Headroom | 38.4 " | 37.6 " | 37.1 " |
| Rear Headroom | 38.1 " | 34.8 " | 35.0 " |
| Front Hip Room | N/A | 54.9 " | 53.1 " |
| Rear Hip Room | N/A | 47.4 " | 45.3 " |
| Front Shoulder Room | 55.9 " | 56.3 " | 54.5 " |
| Rear Shoulder Room | 53.9 " | 52.2 " | 51.7 " |
| Luggage Volume | 22.8 Cu.ft. | 13.5 Cu.ft. | 6.9 Cu.ft. |
| Luggage Volume (max) | 52.7 Cu.ft. | 13.5 Cu.ft. | 6.9 Cu.ft. |
| Passenger Volume | 93 Cu.ft. | 84 Cu.ft. | 77 Cu.ft. |
| Fuel Tank | 13.2 Gal. | 15.5 Gal. | 13.2 Gal. |
| Cost To Own Edit | |||
| Cost Rating | N/A | Average | Below Average |
| Cost Per Mile | N/A | $0.75 | $0.81 |
| Depreciation | N/A | $14,703 | $15,143 |
| Fees and Taxes | N/A | $1,789 | $1,926 |
| Fuel Cost | N/A | $5,615 | $6,943 |
| Insurance | N/A | $7,466 | $6,850 |
| Maintenance | N/A | $2,844 | $4,154 |
| Repairs | N/A | $1,799 | $1,684 |
| Opportunity Costs | N/A | $672 | $738 |
| Total Cost | N/A | $37,505 | $40,313 |
| NHTSA Frontal Crash Test Ratings Edit | |||
| Passenger's | 5 | 5 | 4 |
| Overall | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Overall Side | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Side Barrier Rating Driver | 5 | 5 | 3 |
| Driver's | 4 | 5 | 4 |
| Side - Pole | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Side - Pole Barrier combined (REAR) | 5 | 4 | 5 |
| Side Barrier Rating Passenger Rear Seat | 5 | 4 | 5 |
| Side - Barrier | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Side - Pole Barrier combined (FRONT) | 5 | 5 | 4 |
| Overall Rollover Rating | 4 | 5 | 5 |
| Overall Front | 4 | 5 | 4 |
| IIHS Frontal Offset Crash Test Ratings Edit | |||
| Overall Rear | N/A | good | good |
| Chest | N/A | good | good |
| Restraints and Dummy Kinematics | N/A | N/A | acceptable |
| Driver Torso | N/A | N/A | acceptable |
| Overall Evaluation | N/A | N/A | acceptable |
| Structure/safety cage | N/A | good | good |
| Rear Passenger Torso | N/A | N/A | good |
| Rear Passenger Pelvis/Leg | N/A | N/A | good |
| Hip/Thigh | N/A | N/A | good |
| Structure and Safety Cage | N/A | N/A | marginal |
| Lower Leg/Foot | N/A | N/A | acceptable |
| Overall Side | N/A | N/A | good |
| Roof Strength | N/A | N/A | good |
| Restraints | N/A | good | good |
| Right Leg/Foot | N/A | good | good |
| Driver Pelvis/Leg | N/A | N/A | good |
| Head/Neck | N/A | good | good |
| Dynamic Rating | N/A | good | good |
| Rear Passenger Head Protection | N/A | N/A | good |
| Rear Passenger Head and Neck | N/A | N/A | good |
| Driver Head and Neck | N/A | N/A | good |
| Overall Front | N/A | good | good |
| Left Leg/Foot | N/A | good | good |
| Seat Head/Restraint Geometry | N/A | good | good |
| Driver Head Protection | N/A | N/A | good |
