Volkswagen Golf GTI Launch On 26 May: Will Lock Horns With Mini Cooper
Volkswagen is preparing to introduce the Golf GTI to the Indian market. The German automaker debuted the Tiguan R Line in India earlier this month, with an ex-showroom price of Rs 48.90 lakh. The Golf GTI will be offered as a fully-imported CBU vehicle, just as the Tiguan R Line. Let’s examine what to anticipate from the German hot hatch before it launches.
Advanced Matrix LED headlights surround the Golf GTI’s streamlined top grille, which has an illuminated VW symbol and a GTI variation badge. Its eye-catching X-shaped fog lights and a large honeycomb-patterned air dam are characteristics of its aggressive front bumper. Its aggressive side appearance is enhanced by sporty red GTI insignia and red brake calipers that are visible behind 18-inch alloy wheels.
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The rear has a roof spoiler, smoked (but unlinked) LED taillights, twin chrome exhaust outlets, and a GTI insignia mounted on the tailgate. Four color options will be offered for the model: Moonstone Grey, Oryx White, Grenadilla Black, and Kings Red.
The inside of the Golf GTI is dual-toned in black and grey and revolves around a 12.9-inch infotainment screen. A 3-zone climate control system, USB-C connections with 45W rapid charging capacity, and a wireless phone charger are some of the main features. Additionally, it has a multifunction steering wheel with tactile push buttons, ventilated front seats, a 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster, and adjustable ambient lighting. Sustainability is emphasized by the all-black upholstery, which is composed completely of recycled polyester and PET bottles.
Advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) including as adaptive cruise control, a 360-degree camera, emergency assist, emergency braking help, lane keeping assist, and automatic high/low beam capabilities are all included in the Golf GTI’s safety package.
The Volkswagen Golf GTI’s 2.0-liter turbocharged petrol engine generates 261 horsepower between 5,250 and 6,500 rpm and 370 Nm of torque between 1,600 and 4,500 rpm. A seven-speed dual-clutch automatic gearbox is paired to this engine. According to Volkswagen, the Golf GTI can reach 100 kmph from 0 in 5.9 seconds.
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Based on the Tiguan R-Line’s pricing, we estimate the Golf GTI’s ex-showroom price to be about Rs 45 lakh. Volkswagen has acknowledged, meanwhile, that the first 150 Golf GTI cars had already been reserved. Nevertheless, the business intends to release 100 more hot hatch units in the second batch shortly.
