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7-Speed AutomaticFWD28 MPG SE2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas241 hp @ 5000 rpm6-Speed Manual
7-Speed AutomaticFWD28 MPG Autobahn2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas241 hp @ 5000 rpm6-Speed Manual
7-Speed AutomaticFWD28 MPG
2022 Volkswagen Golf GTI Performance
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Volkswagen has never tried to claim that the GTI is the best performing hot hatchback on the market, and it still isn't, but you're guaranteed a driver's car of the highest order. That has always been the GTi's strong point: it offers one of the most balanced hot hatch driving experiences around. There's just enough power to entertain, and the ride isn't back-breaking, but the overall driving experience is communicative and engaging. The Mk8 feels much lighter on its feet, and despite only increasing outputs by 17 hp and 15 lb-ft of torque, it feels seriously peppy, to the extent that we wouldn't be surprised if VW is underquoting these figures. On paper, the GTI might be down on power, especially when comparing it to the mighty Civic Type R, but independent testing has shown that the GTI can still get from 0 to 60 mph in an impressive 5.1 seconds. As is the standard for German cars, the top speed is electronically capped at 155 mph.2022 Golf GTI Performance Photos
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For 2022 you still get a turbocharged 2.0-liter engine powering the front wheels through a six-speed manual transmission, or a quick-shifting seven-speed dual-clutch transmission and an electronically controlled limited-slip differential. But, this is the new generation of VW's EA888 four-cylinder, which now makes 241 hp and 273 lb-ft of torque, up 13 hp and 15 lb-ft over the Mk7 GTI. We spent most of our time in the manual GTI, where the stickshift feels a little wayward. It's not vague, per se, but it's not as precise as we'd like. It all felt really slick and easy, but there isn't any feedback in the middle. It's not as fun as we expected to rip through all six. But as for overall fun, the GTI is a great partner. There might be a little bit of initial lag on take-off, but once we were at speed and jumping between second, third, and fourth, it feels like the GTI never leaves the meat of the powerband. And we like the gentle pops and cracks from the exhaust; they weren't obscenely loud, just loud enough.2022 Volkswagen Golf GTI Performance Specs
Volkswagen Golf GTI TrimsVolkswagen Golf GTI EnginesVolkswagen Golf GTI HorsepowerVolkswagen Golf GTI TransmissionsVolkswagen Golf GTI DrivetrainsVolkswagen Golf GTI MPG/MPGE S2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas241 hp @ 5000 rpm6-Speed Manual7-Speed AutomaticFWD28 MPG SE2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas241 hp @ 5000 rpm6-Speed Manual
7-Speed AutomaticFWD28 MPG Autobahn2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas241 hp @ 5000 rpm6-Speed Manual
7-Speed AutomaticFWD28 MPG