2023 Volkswagen Golf GTI Highlights
40th Anniversary Edition
New for 2023, is the Volkswagen Golf GTI 40th
Anniversary Edition. While the eighth generation 40th Anniversary
Edition fits in the lineup between the Golf S and Golf SE, it includes some top-of-the-line
features found in the Autobahn trim including adaptive dampers and speed-sensitive
steering. Decked out in celebratory 40th Anniversary badging, this
special edition is also available in two new, exclusive colors: Tornado Red and
Urano Gray.
Fast and Powerful
The 2023 Golf GTI's 2-liter turbo 4 puts out 241 horsepower
and 273 pound-feet of torque as it leaps from 0 to 60 in only 5.1 seconds. The Golf
was redesigned just last year (2022), inside and out, gaining more power and
even better handling than its predecessor. For true driving enthusiasts, the
Golf GTI comes standard with a six-speed manual transmission (although you can
opt for a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic). Car and Driver testers were quite
taken with the drive - praising the Golf's "expertly tuned chassis" and
extolling its electronically controlled limited-slip differential and brake-based
torque vectoring as major contributors to a fun driving experience on curvy
back roads.
Where Tech Meets the Road
With the Golf's DCC Active chassis control system, you have
an onboard sensor that reacts to road surface conditions up to 200 times per
second, adjusting suspension in each individual wheel to improve both comfort
and control.
Fun and Fuel Efficient!
Official government EPA estimates for the 2023 VW GTI 2.0 L,
4cyl, Automatic model are 24/34 mpg city/highway and 23/32 for the manual
transmission. That said, the Car and Driver 2023 Golf GTI review reports the Golf
GTI with the automatic transmission delivered 38 mpg on their 75mph highway
test drive, outperforming the EPA estimate.
Golf GTI Safety
The 22/23 Golf GTI earned a Top Safety Pick award from the
Insurance Institute for Highway Safety which performs crash tests that form the
basis of its widely consulted vehicle ratings. In addition to performing well
in crash tests, the Golf GTI has many onboard systems to help prevent crashes,
such as standard automated emergency braking with pedestrian detection and standard
lane-departure warning and lane-keeping assist.
2023 Volkswagen Golf GTI Frequently Asked Questions
What does GTI stand for?
GTI stands for Grand Tour Injection, which is Volkswagen's name for direct fuel injection.
What's the difference between the Volkswagen Golf GTI and Golf R?
The 241 hp Golf GTI is a "hot-hatch," which just means it's a performance model, while the 315 hp Golf R (the R stands for Racing), is a level up from that and can accelerate from 0-60 mph in 3.9 seconds (as recorded by Car and Driver).
How much does the Golf GTI cost?
The base trim 2023 Golf GTI starting MSRP is $30,180. MSRP does not include dealer destination fees, other dealer fees, added options, license fees, taxes etc.
Is the Golf GTI a good everyday car?
Absolutely. The Golf GTI isn't just a sporty, fun to drive vehicle, it also gets good gas mileage (24/34 mpg city/highway with the automatic), has a comfortable ride, has plenty of legroom and cargo space and offers the versatility of a hatchback.
What's new for the 2023 VW Golf GTI?
The 2023 Golf GTI is primarily unchanged from the 2022 model (which was a redesign year), except for an added 40th Anniversary Edition model with special badging, two new unique color options, and some top-level features adopted from the Autobahn trim.
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