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Volkswagen Golf 8 GTI

PetrolcompactGENERATION Mk8, 2021

245 hp, 6,3 s 0-100. Discover the Caralogy simulations for the Golf 8 GTI.

Power: 245 hp; 370 Nm
0 → 100 km/h: 6.3 s; VMax 250 km/h
Cons.: -; /100 km
Tank: -

Full specifications

Manufacturer data. Consumption and range estimated from the WLTP cycle; performance simulated by the Caralogy physics engine.

Powertrain

Architecture: Inline · 4 cyl. · Turbo
Displacement: 2 cm³
Power: 245 hp
Combined torque: 370 Nm
Gearbox: Double embrayage 7 rapports Automatique
Transmission: Traction

Performance

0 → 100 km/h: 6,3 s
VMax: 250 km/h

Dimensions and environment

Length: 4,284 mm
Wheelbase: 2,637 mm
Width: 1,789 mm
Height: 1,456 mm
Kerb weight: 1,432 kg
Cd: 0.28

Caralogy Methodology

Performance (0-100, top speed) simulated by the Caralogy physics engine (SCx, Crr, real torque curves). Motorway consumption values estimated from the manufacturer WLTP cycle.

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Manufacturer data · WLTP-estimated consumption · Caralogy-simulated performance

The Golf 8 GTI is a sports car. Explore its real-world performance via the Caralogy simulators: motorway, consumption, performance.

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Launch simulator

Long-distance trip

Simulate any motorway trip: time, charging stops, total cost.

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Times & acceleration

0-100, 0-200, speed curve, segment position.

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Direct rivals (same segment, same energy)

PetrolBMW 230i Coupe245 hp · 5.9 s PetrolFord Focus ST 250 Gen3250 hp · 6.5 s PetrolBMW 230i 2018252 hp · 5.6 s PetrolBMW 230i 2020252 hp · 5.6 s

Cross-energy alternatives

Same needs, different powertrain.

PetrolBMW 220i Convertible184 hp · 7.7 s PetrolBMW 220i xDrive Gran Coupe178 hp · 7.1 s PetrolBMW 230i252 hp · 5.6 s PetrolBMW 230i Convertible252 hp · 5.9 s PetrolAudi S3 Sportback333 hp · 4.7 s PetrolBMW M135i xDrive306 hp · 4.8 s

The full Volkswagen Golf Mk8 range

Generation Mk8 launched in 2020. Available versions sorted by energy.

Other versions of the Mk8

PHEVGolf 8 GTE245 hp · 2022 PetrolGolf 8 R320 hp · 2022 PetrolGolf 8 GTI Clubsport300 hp · 2021 HEVGolf 8 1.5 eTSI150 hp · 2021

Popular duels involving the Golf 8 GTI

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Consumption
Consumption and annual running cost of the Volkswagen Golf 8 GTI
Motorway
Simulated motorway trip of the Volkswagen Golf 8 GTI: stops and duration
Performance
Performance of the Volkswagen Golf 8 GTI: 0-100 and lap times
0-100 in 6.3 s · 245 hp

Volkswagen Golf 8 GTI: what you need to know

Well-argued answers to the most asked questions about this model, based on Caralogy data and simulations.

How does Caralogy calculate its figures?

Caralogy does not reproduce manufacturer figures: we recalculate every number through physics simulation. Full methodology on the dedicated page.