The new Golf GTI clearly shows that this Volkswagen is also at home on the race track. The 2025 Golf GTI continues to deliver the driving experience customers expect, but with a fresh look and enhanced technology. Exterior changes include new headlights and front bumper, an illuminated logo, and a standard lightbar. Two new colors, Alpine Silver Metallic and Slate Blue Metallic, join the palette, complemented by a bold new 19-inch aluminum-alloy wheel design for the top-trim Golf GTI Autobahn.
The interior gets a significant upgrade, featuring a new, freestanding 12.9-inch touchscreen. The system boasts the latest operating functions, shared with the ID. Buzz and 2024 ID.4, offering faster software and a more intuitive layout. Additionally, hard buttons replace the haptic switchgear on the steering wheel for improved functionality.
The 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder TSI® engine produces 241 horsepower and is now mated only with a 7-speed DSG® dual-clutch automatic transmission.
Features include standard navigation, Dynamic Road Sign Display, and wireless App-Connect. IQ.DRIVE driver assistance technology remains standard across the board, consisting of Travel Assist (semi-automated driving assistance); Front Assist (Forward Collision Warning and Automatic Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Monitoring); Active Side Assist (Blind Spot Monitor); Rear Traffic Alert; Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Stop and Go; Lane Assist (Lane Keeping System); and Emergency Assist (semi-automated vehicle assistance in a medical emergency). We will see what comes to India.
“Volkswagen brand has been known for the performance, driving dynamics, build quality and safety of its products, offering a wide product portfolio to millions of customers across the world. Our made-in-India, made-for-the world, Volkswagen Taigun and Virtus, have carried forward these global credentials in India as well. Taking our performance legacy forward, we are elated to bring our global icons to customers in India – the all-new Volkswagen Tiguan R-line and the legendary Golf GTI. We strongly believe these icons are truly aspirational and will permeate excitement among customers and fans of the brand. The two new carlines will be introduced in early Q2’2025 and will progressively strengthen the brands’ presence in India. Volkswagen India has had a fast start to 2025 with 3% growth in sales volumes YTD Feb’25 (vs. last year). We stay true to our commitment of delivering German – engineered, safe and fun-to-drive cars to the Indian market.”
