Comparison
Golf Trendline (2013) (Pure White) vs Golf GTI (2017) (Deep Black Pearl)
Head-to-head across 1 brand(s). Differing rows are highlighted; ▲ marks the best value in a row.
| Specification |  Volkswagen · 2013 Golf Trendline (2013) Pure White Remove |  Volkswagen · 2017 Golf GTI (2017) Deep Black Pearl Remove |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Brand | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf | Golf |
| Variant / Trim | Trendline | GTI |
| Body type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Vehicle class | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Model year | 2013 | 2017▲ best |
| Powertrain | ICE | ICE |
| Segment | C | C |
| Seating capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Country of origin | Germany | Germany |
| Availability | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Colors | ||
| Exterior colors | Pure White | Deep Black Pearl |
| Powertrain & Performance | ||
| Engine type | 1.2 TSI | 2.0 TSI |
| Displacement | 1,197 cc | 1,984 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Aspiration | Turbo | Turbo |
| Fuel type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Max power | 85 hp | 230 hp▲ best |
| Max torque | 160 Nm | 350 Nm▲ best |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 7-speed DSG |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| 0–100 km/h | 11.6 s | 6.4 s▲ best |
| Top speed | 181 km/h | 250 km/h▲ best |
| Fuel consumption | 5 L/100km▲ best | 6.6 L/100km |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Length | 4,255 mm | 4,258 mm |
| Width | 1,799 mm | 1,799 mm |
| Height | 1,452 mm | 1,452 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,637 mm | 2,637 mm |
| Ground clearance | 130 mm | 130 mm |
| Kerb weight | 1,179 kg | 1,395 kg |
| Boot capacity | 380 L | 380 L |
| Fuel tank | 50 L | 50 L |
| Chassis, Wheels & Brakes | ||
| Front suspension | MacPherson strut | MacPherson strut |
| Rear suspension | Torsion beam | Multi-link |
| Front brakes | Ventilated disc | Ventilated disc |
| Rear brakes | Drum | Solid disc |
| Wheel size | 15 in | 18 in |
| Tyre size | 195/65 R15 | 225/40 R18 |
| Interior & Comfort | ||
| Upholstery | Fabric | Synthetic leather |
| Climate control | — | ✓ |
| Panoramic roof | — | — |
| Wireless charging | — | — |
| Infotainment & Connectivity | ||
| Central screen | 5.8 in | 8 in▲ best |
| Apple CarPlay | No | Wired |
| Android Auto | No | Wired |
| Speakers | 4 | 8▲ best |
| Safety & ADAS | ||
| Airbags | 6 | 7▲ best |
| ADAS level | None | L1 |
| Adaptive cruise control | — | ✓ |
| Auto emergency braking | — | ✓ |
| 360° camera | — | — |
| Parking sensors | None | Rear |
| ISOFIX points | 2 | 2 |
| Tyre-pressure monitoring | ✓ | ✓ |
| Warranty & Ownership | ||
| Vehicle warranty (years) | 2 yr | 2 yr |
| Vehicle warranty (distance) | 100,000 km | 100,000 km |