Pre-bookings will be available on Volkswagen India’s official website and will be open for a limited time. Deliveries are expected to start in June 2025 at selected Volkswagen dealerships across India.
Volkswagen will accepting pre-bookings for the Golf GTI on May 5. The hot-hatch with the iconic nameplate will be sold as a full import with the treatment of a GTi badge. With this, it will be the automaker’s second car with the GTi badge.
The Golf GTI will be imported via the CBU route and will be available to 155 units. Deliveries are expected to begin in June.
The Volkswagen Golf GTI is powered by a 2.0L, 4-cylinder turbo petrol engine, which comes mated to a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. This setup generates a maximum power of 245bhp and a torque of 370Nm.
It offers a front-wheel drive system. Volkswagen claims that the Golf GTI can accelerate from 0 to 100km/h in 5.9 seconds. While, the top speed of the hot hatch is electronically limited to 250 km/h.
Volkswagen Golf GTI Features
On the feature front, the GTI is expected to be equipped with a large 12.9-inch touchscreen for infotainment and a 10.25-inch fully digital driver display. Features like Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and connected car tech are likely to ensure smooth connectivity. Additionally, it will offer tri-zone climate control, a panoramic sunroof, wireless charging, and a heads-up display for driver’s convenience.
Volkswagen Golf GTI Safety Features
On the safety front, the Golf GTI will be equipped with 6 airbags, electronic stability control (ESC), all-wheel disc brakes, and level 2 advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS).
Volkswagen Golf GTI Color Options
The Golf GTI will be offered in four exterior paint schemes which includes:
Grenadilla Black Metallic,
Oryx White Premium,
Moonstone Grey
Kings Red Premium Metallic.
While the Grenadilla Black is a solid color, the other three are finished in dual-tone.
Official Statement
Commenting on the announcement, Ashish Gupta, Brand Director, Volkswagen India, said, “The Golf GTI is revered as one of the most iconic cars globally, and we are truly proud to offer customers in India the opportunity to own a piece of Volkswagen’s performance legacy. It’s a car that blends everyday usability with a turbocharged driving experience – perfect for discerning enthusiasts who appreciate precision engineering designed to deliver thrilling performance. It’s an embodiment of German Engineering at its finest.”