Comparison
Golf GTI (2017) (Deep Black Pearl) vs Golf R (Kings Red)
Head-to-head across 1 brand(s). Differing rows are highlighted; ▲ marks the best value in a row.
| Specification |  Volkswagen · 2017 Golf GTI (2017) Deep Black Pearl Remove |  Volkswagen · 2026 Golf R Kings Red Remove |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Brand | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf | Golf |
| Variant / Trim | GTI | R |
| Body type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Vehicle class | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Model year | 2017 | 2026▲ best |
| Powertrain | ICE | ICE |
| Segment | C | C |
| Seating capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Country of origin | Germany | Germany |
| Availability | Discontinued | On sale |
| Colors | ||
| Exterior colors | Deep Black Pearl | Kings Red |
| Powertrain & Performance | ||
| Engine type | 2.0 TSI | 2.0 TSI |
| Displacement | 1,984 cc | 1,984 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Aspiration | Turbo | Turbo |
| Fuel type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Max power | 230 hp | 333 hp▲ best |
| Max torque | 350 Nm | 420 Nm▲ best |
| Transmission | 7-speed DSG | 7-speed DSG |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
| 0–100 km/h | 6.4 s | 4.6 s▲ best |
| Top speed | 250 km/h | 267 km/h▲ best |
| Fuel consumption | 6.6 L/100km▲ best | 8.5 L/100km |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Length | 4,258 mm | 4,284 mm |
| Width | 1,799 mm | 1,789 mm |
| Height | 1,452 mm | 1,456 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,637 mm▲ best | 2,636 mm |
| Ground clearance | 130 mm | 132 mm▲ best |
| Kerb weight | 1,395 kg | 1,587 kg |
| Boot capacity | 380 L▲ best | 374 L |
| Fuel tank | 50 L | 50 L |
| Chassis, Wheels & Brakes | ||
| Front suspension | MacPherson strut | MacPherson strut |
| Rear suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front brakes | Ventilated disc | Ventilated disc |
| Rear brakes | Solid disc | Disc |
| Wheel size | 18 in | 19 in |
| Tyre size | 225/40 R18 | 235/35 R19 |
| Interior & Comfort | ||
| Upholstery | Synthetic leather | Leather |
| Climate control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Panoramic roof | — | — |
| Wireless charging | — | ✓ |
| Infotainment & Connectivity | ||
| Central screen | 8 in | 12.9 in▲ best |
| Apple CarPlay | Wired | Wireless |
| Android Auto | Wired | Wireless |
| Speakers | 8 | 8 |
| Safety & ADAS | ||
| Airbags | 7 | 7 |
| ADAS level | L1 | L2 |
| Adaptive cruise control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto emergency braking | ✓ | ✓ |
| 360° camera | — | ✓ |
| Parking sensors | Rear | Front & 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 |