After the Tiguan R Line, Volkswagen is now gearing up to launch its second model for this year, the Golf GTI, which is slated to arrive in May 2025. It will brought to our shores via the full import routes and will be offered in limited numbers.
Volkswagen Golf GTI – Exterior Design
The upcoming Volkswagen Golf GTI embodies the brand’s sporty yet subtle design philosophy. It features a sharp, aerodynamic silhouette with signature GTI elements like the red stripe running above the LED light bar and the GTI badge on the grille. Furthermore, the honeycomb air intakes and aggressive front bumpers sweeten its sporty appearance.
There are also the sleek LED matrix headlamps with dynamic turn indicators that give it a modern touch, while the GTI-specific 18-inch alloy wheels and red brake callipers on all four wheels add to its performance appeal.
At the rear, the circular dual chrome exhausts (one on each side), roof spoiler, and LED wraparound tail lamps complete its hot hatch persona, making it both stylish and instantly recognizable on the road.
Interior and Features
Inside, the Golf GTI gets an all-black cabin theme with contrasting red stitching and signature GTI tartan-patterned sports seats that offer both comfort and visual flair. Adding to it is a flat-bottom steering wheel with red stitchings, ambient lighting and aluminium pedals, enhancing the sporty vibe. The dashboard is clean and tech-forward, dominated by a large 12.9-inch touchscreen infotainment system and a fully digital 10.25-inch instrument cluster.
It also comes equipped with features like multi-zone climate control, wireless Apple Carplay and Android Auto, a heads-up display (HUD), 6-speaker sound system, 30-colour ambient lighting, heated front seats, six airbags, TPMS, ESC and level-2 ADAS suite, comprising driver assist features like travel assist, Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), active blind spot monitor, rear traffic alert, emergency assist, lane assist and much more.
Engine and Performance
Powering the global-spec Gold GTI is a 2-litre turbocharged petrol engine (265PS/370Nm) that comes paired with a 7-speed DCT automatic transmission. It has a top speed of 250 kmph and can hit the 0 to 100 kmph mark in just 5.9 seconds. VW also offers this hot hatch with Dynamic Chassis Control (DCC) which allows the driver to adjust the suspension stiffness depending on the drive mode.
Expected Price and Rivals
Expect Volkswagen to price the Golf GTI somewhere between Rs 40 – 45 lakh (ex-showroom), placing it against the Mini Cooper S.