A Breakdown of This Slick and Speedy Whip

Can you believe it’s been nearly 50 years since the first VW Golf originally released? Fast-forward to today and the VW Golf GTI is one of the most renowned vehicles in the entire Volkswagen stable. It’s small, slick, and speedy, making it one of the more fun drives that Volkswagen offers.

Offered in both a 2.0L Turbo 6-speed manual and 2.0L Turbo 7-speed DSG® automatic transmission with Tiptronic® and Sport mode, the VW Golf GTI provides drivers with 241 horsepower and 273 lb-ft of torque. With the exception of the VW Golf R, this is far and away one of speediest vehicles in the hatchback category. It also does well in the gas mileage department, providing drivers with 24 miles per gallon in the city and 34 miles per gallon on the highway.

With a starting MSRP of $29,880, the VW Golf GTI offers affordability on top of speed and style. However, shoppers for new cars for sale in Houston are encouraged to check out the highest level trim – aptly named the Autobahn trim. Although the Autobahn trim is roughly ten grand more, the most advanced version of the VW Golf GTI has one of the most generous feature packages and several other style upgrades.

Volkswagen Golf GTI Autobahn Trim Main Features and Specs

With a starting MSRP of $38,330, the VW Golf GTI Autobahn trim promises to be the definitive leader in the hot hatchback category. The following are the features included on the Autobahn trim that are not included on the entry level trim:

●     19″ diamond-turned surface alloy wheels

●     LED fog lights with low-speed corner-illuminating feature

●     LED light bar integrated in grille and Illuminated door handle recesses

●     Power tilting/sliding panoramic sunroof

●     Summer performance tires

●     12-way power-adjustable driver’s seat with memory

●     Climatronic® three-zone automatic climate control with Air Care and with controls in rear

●     Heated front and rear outboard seats

●     Leather seating surfaces

●     Ventilated front seats

●     DCC® adaptive chassis control with Driving Mode Selection

●     Electromechanical dynamic progressive power steering system

●     App-Connect with wireless capability

●     Discover Pro touchscreen navigation system with 10″ display, proximity sensor, AM/FM/HD radio and voice control

●     Dynamic Road Sign Display

●     Heads-up display

●     High Beam Control (Light Assist)

●     Keyless access with push-button start/stop

●     Park Distance Control, front and rear, Parking Steering Assistant (Park Assist)

●     SiriusXM® 360L with 3-month trial subscription

VW Golf GTI Safety Features and myVW App Features

The Volkswagen Golf GTI also comes with a wide array of advanced safety features. The following features are included with every trim level of the VW Golf GTI.

●     Travel Assist

●     Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)

●     Active Blind Spot Monitor

●     Rear Traffic Alert

●     Front Assist

●     Emergency Assist (automatic transmission only)

●     Lane Assist

●     Rear View Camera System

●     Safety Cage

●     Intelligent Crash Response System (ICRS)

●     Automatic Post-Collision Braking System

●     Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)

●     Six stability-enhancing systems

Also included on all trim levels of the Volkswagen Golf GTI is the recently updated my VW app which includes a full suite of remote commands and convenience features. This suite includes the following:

●     Vehicle service reminders⁠, scheduling⁠ & history

●     Maintenance schedules⁠

●     Roadside assistance requests⁠

●     Remote lock/unlock⁠

●     Vehicle alerts⁠

●     Last parked location⁠

Carefree Coverage – A Leading Warranty Included on All VW Golf GTI Trim Levels

No new vehicle purchase is complete without an airtight warranty to protect your investment. Included on all trim levels of the VW Golf GT I is carefree coverage, which is one of America’s leading vehicle warranties. It includes the following coverages:

●     2 yrs. Service – Scheduled Carefree Maintenance (2 years or 20,000 miles)

●     3 yrs. Help – Roadside Assistance (3 years or 36,000 miles)

●     4 yrs. Coverage – New Vehicle Limited Warranty (4 years or 50,000 miles)

●     5 yrs. Access – myVW Remote Access

In the event that you need to get routine maintenance or service performed on the vehicle, carefree coverage will appear in your records, which makes the process simple and easy.

How to Find a VW Golf GTI Near You

Considering that the VW Golf GTI is one of Volkswagen’s best-selling vehicles, finding one near you shouldn’t be a challenge. In fact, searching the phrase “Volkswagen dealership near me” or “VW Golf GTI near me” should bring up some results in your immediate vicinity.

From there, all you need to do is get in contact with the dealership to schedule a test drive. Although the feature package and warranty look great on paper, the test drive is what really sells the VW Golf GTI. Once you feel its speed and agility firsthand, you’ll be immediately sold on the fact that this is one of the best hatchbacks ever assembled.