Comparison
Golf GTI (Deep Black Pearl) vs Golf GTI (Reflex Silver)
Color comparison — same car, two colors. Differing rows are highlighted; ▲ marks the best value in a row.
| Specification |  Volkswagen · 2026 Golf GTI Deep Black Pearl Remove | Volkswagen · 2026 Golf GTI Reflex Silver Remove |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Brand | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf | Golf |
| Variant / Trim | GTI | GTI |
| Body type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Vehicle class | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Model year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Powertrain | ICE | ICE |
| Segment | C | C |
| Seating capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Country of origin | Germany | Germany |
| Availability | On sale | On sale |
| Colors | ||
| Exterior colors | Deep Black Pearl | Reflex Silver |
| 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 | 265 hp | 265 hp |
| Max torque | 370 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Transmission | 7-speed DSG | 7-speed DSG |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| 0–100 km/h | 5.9 s | 5.9 s |
| Top speed | 250 km/h | 250 km/h |
| Fuel consumption | 7.9 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Length | 4,284 mm | 4,284 mm |
| Width | 1,789 mm | 1,789 mm |
| Height | 1,456 mm | 1,456 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,636 mm | 2,636 mm |
| Ground clearance | 132 mm | 132 mm |
| Kerb weight | 1,478 kg | 1,478 kg |
| Boot capacity | 374 L | 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 | Disc | Disc |
| Wheel size | 18 in | 18 in |
| Tyre size | 225/40 R18 | 225/40 R18 |
| Interior & Comfort | ||
| Upholstery | Fabric | Fabric |
| Climate control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Panoramic roof | — | — |
| Wireless charging | ✓ | ✓ |
| Infotainment & Connectivity | ||
| Central screen | 12.9 in | 12.9 in |
| Apple CarPlay | Wireless | Wireless |
| Android Auto | Wireless | Wireless |
| Speakers | 8 | 8 |
| Safety & ADAS | ||
| Airbags | 7 | 7 |
| ADAS level | L2 | L2 |
| Adaptive cruise control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto emergency braking | ✓ | ✓ |
| 360° camera | ✓ | ✓ |
| Parking sensors | Front & 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 |