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2016 Volkswagen GTI

The 2016 Volkswagen GTI is a hatchback. It has a 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder engine, with a 6-speed automated manual and front-wheel drive. 0–60 mph takes 5.8 seconds and top speed is 130 mph (209 km/h).

2016 Volkswagen GTI
2016
Year
2,000 cc
Engine
Automatic (AM-S6)
Trans.
Petrol
Fuel

SPECS

Make Volkswagen Model GTI
Year 2016 Version / Trim Volkswagen 2016 GTI
Body Style Hatchback Doors 4
Seats 5 Ext. Colour Pure White, Black, Deep Black Pearl, Tornado Red, Reflex Silver Metallic, Carbon Steel Gray Metallic, Night Blue Metallic
Steering LHD / RHD Manufactured In Germany
Drive Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) Transmission Automatic (AM-S6)
Engine 2.0L 4-cyl Turbo Engine Size 2,000 cc
0–60 mph (0–97 km/h) 5.8 sec Top Speed 130 mph (209 km/h)
Fuel Economy 25 mpg city / 33 mpg hwy
Wheelbase 2,637 mm Kerb Weight 1,420 kg (3,131 lb)

HOW IT COMPARES WITH OTHER 2016 HATCHBACKS

Compared with other 2016 hatchbacks in our database, it reaches 60 mph 2.2 seconds quicker than average.

2016 Volkswagen GTIAverage 2016 hatchbacksDifference
0–60 mph 5.8 s 8.0 s (15 cars) -28%
Top speed 130 mph 123 mph (15 cars) +6%
Kerb weight 1,420 kg 1,358 kg (16 cars) +5%
Engine size 2,000 cc 1,814 cc (14 cars) +10%

Averages are calculated from all cars of the same model year and body type in the CarDetails.org database that have the figure listed. For 0–60 mph, a negative difference means quicker.

OTHER YEARS OF THE VOLKSWAGEN GTI

FEATURES

Air Conditioning
Dual-Zone Climate Control
Heated Front Seats
Leather Seats
Power Front Seats
Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
Wireless Phone Charging
Navigation System
Digital Instrument Cluster
Premium Audio
ABS
Electronic Stability Control
Traction Control
Airbags (Multiple)
Automatic Emergency Braking
Blind Spot Monitor
Lane Departure Warning
Adaptive Cruise Control
Reverse Camera
Rear Parking Sensors
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Alloy Wheels
LED Headlights
Fog Lights
Keyless Entry
Push-Button Start
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