VOLKSWAGEN GOLF GTI
1990–2026 · 256 trims available
At a Glance
GOLF GTI OVERVIEW
Year Range
1990–2026
Total Configurations
256
Best MyCar Score
70 / 100
Price Range (Used)
$18,910–$42,480
Trim Levels
2026 CONFIGURATIONS
Showing 2026 trims. Select a year above for full details.
Trim Guide
UNDERSTANDING GOLF GTI TRIMS
Averaged across all model years. Sorted entry-level to premium by price.
| Trim | Body | Avg MPG | Avg HP | Avg MSRP | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GLS 1.8T | Hatchback | 23 | 150 | $19,713 | 69 |
| 1.8T | Hatchback | 23 | 180 | $19,721 | 70 |
| VR6 | Hatchback | 20 | 183 | $21,693 | 68 |
| 337 | Hatchback | 23 | 180 | $22,225 | 69 |
| GLX VR6 | Hatchback | 21 | 174 | $22,900 | 68 |
| 20th Anniversary Edition | Hatchback | 23 | 180 | $23,225 | 69 |
| Wolfsburg Edition | Hatchback | 26 | 200 | $25,645 | 69 |
| Wolfsburg Edition PZEV | Hatchback | 26 | 200 | $25,645 | 69 |
| Base | Hatchback | 26 | 188 | $26,591 | 69 |
| PZEV | Hatchback | 26 | 200 | $26,591 | 69 |
| S w/Performance Package | Hatchback | 28 | 220 | $27,235 | 68 |
| S | Hatchback | 27 | 223 | $28,041 | 69 |
| Sport | Hatchback | 28 | 220 | $28,545 | 67 |
| Rabbit Edition | Hatchback | 27 | 228 | $29,445 | 69 |
| Driver's Edition | Hatchback | 26 | 200 | $30,245 | 68 |
| Driver's Edition PZEV | Hatchback | 26 | 200 | $30,245 | 68 |
| SE w/Performance Package | Hatchback | 28 | 220 | $30,250 | 67 |
| Autobahn PZEV | Hatchback | 26 | 200 | $30,722 | 68 |
| Autobahn w/Performance Package | Hatchback | 28 | 220 | $32,135 | 67 |
| SE | Hatchback | 27 | 225 | $32,236 | 68 |
| 380 S | Hatchback | 27 | 241 | $32,685 | 69 |
| 40th Anniversary Edition | Hatchback | 28 | 241 | $33,455 | 69 |
| Autobahn | Hatchback | 27 | 217 | $34,351 | 67 |
| 380 SE | Hatchback | 27 | 241 | $37,485 | 68 |
| 380 Autobahn | Hatchback | 27 | 241 | $40,825 | 68 |
| VR6 Driver's Edition | Hatchback | 19 | 172 | — | 68 |
| 16V | Hatchback | 22 | 134 | — | 68 |
| GLS (1999.5) | Hatchback | 24 | 115 | — | 67 |
| GLX VR6 (1999.5) | Hatchback | 21 | 174 | — | 68 |
| GLS | Hatchback | 24 | 115 | — | 67 |
Specs Summary
WHAT TO EXPECT FROM A GOLF GTI
| Spec | Entry Level | Top Spec |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $18,910 | $42,480 |
| MPG (combined) | 19 combined | 28 combined |
| Horsepower | 105 HP | 241 HP |
| Seating | 5 passengers | 5 passengers |
| Body Types | Hatchback | Hatchback |
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