2016 Volkswagen GTI SE

Hatchback · 210 hp · 28 mpg combined

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$28,025Factory MSRP, base configuration

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Which GTI is right for you?

Six trims, $24,995 to $31,630. Tap one to open it.

$24,995−$3,030S210 hp $26,490−$1,535S w/Performance Package220 hp $28,025This trimSE210 hp $29,520+$1,495SE w/Performance Package220 hp $30,135+$2,110Autobahn210 hp $31,630+$3,605Autobahn w/Performance Package220 hp

Bar heights follow the price. The widest step is $1,535, from S w/Performance Package to SE.

The numbers.

Four configurations: front-wheel drive, 6-speed manual or 6-speed automated manual.

210hp2.0L four-cylinder turbo

258lb-ftTorque

28mpgCombined · 25 city · 33–34 highway

FWD6-speed manual / 6-speed automated manual

5Seats

22.8 cu ftCargo volume

2,972–3,086 lbsCurb weight

4,189–4,255 lbsGVWR

1,038–1,109 lbsMax payload

Safety and recalls

4 recall campaigns on file.

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