Comparison
Golf Style 1.5 TSI (Zenith Blue) vs Golf GTI (2017)
Head-to-head across 1 brand(s). Differing rows are highlighted; ▲ marks the best value in a row.
| Specification |  Volkswagen · 2026 Golf Style 1.5 TSI Zenith Blue Remove |  Volkswagen · 2017 Golf GTI (2017) Remove |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Brand | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf | Golf |
| Variant / Trim | Style 1.5 TSI | GTI |
| Body type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Vehicle class | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Model year | 2026▲ best | 2017 |
| Powertrain | ICE | ICE |
| Segment | C | C |
| Seating capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Country of origin | Germany | Germany |
| Availability | On sale | Discontinued |
| Colors | ||
| Exterior colors | Zenith Blue | Pure White, Deep Black Pearl, Reflex Silver, Tornado Red |
| Powertrain & Performance | ||
| Engine type | 1.5 TSI | 2.0 TSI |
| Displacement | 1,498 cc | 1,984 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Aspiration | Turbo | Turbo |
| Fuel type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Max power | 150 hp | 230 hp▲ best |
| Max torque | 250 Nm | 350 Nm▲ best |
| Transmission | 7-speed DSG | 7-speed DSG |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| 0–100 km/h | 8.5 s | 6.4 s▲ best |
| Top speed | 224 km/h | 250 km/h▲ best |
| Fuel consumption | 6 L/100km▲ best | 6.6 L/100km |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Length | 4,284 mm | 4,258 mm |
| Width | 1,789 mm | 1,799 mm |
| Height | 1,456 mm | 1,452 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,636 mm | 2,637 mm▲ best |
| Ground clearance | 132 mm▲ best | 130 mm |
| Kerb weight | 1,367 kg | 1,395 kg |
| Boot capacity | 374 L | 380 L▲ best |
| 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 | Solid disc |
| Wheel size | 17 in | 18 in |
| Tyre size | 205/55 R17 | 225/40 R18 |
| Interior & Comfort | ||
| Upholstery | Synthetic leather | Synthetic leather |
| Climate control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Panoramic roof | — | — |
| Wireless charging | ✓ | — |
| Infotainment & Connectivity | ||
| Central screen | 10 in▲ best | 8 in |
| Apple CarPlay | Wireless | Wired |
| Android Auto | Wireless | Wired |
| Speakers | 8 | 8 |
| Safety & ADAS | ||
| Airbags | 6 | 7▲ best |
| ADAS level | L2 | L1 |
| Adaptive cruise control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto emergency braking | ✓ | ✓ |
| 360° camera | — | — |
| Parking sensors | Front & rear | 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 |