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Golf 8 GTI Clubsport

300 hp, 5,6 s 0-100 : among the 18 compacts 2019–2023, the Golf 8 GTI Clubsport ranks 18th of 18 in 0–100 km/h, 12th of 18 in Top speed, 9th of 18 in Power-to-weight, behind the only BMW M2. Here is what the Caralogy simulations say.

Power

300hp

400 Nm

0 → 100 km/h

5.6s

VMax 250 km/h

Cons.

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/100 km

Tank

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Full specifications Volkswagen Golf 8 GTI Clubsport

Manufacturer data and values calibrated by the Caralogy simulation engine.

Powertrain

ArchitectureInline · 4 cyl. · Turbocharged
Displacement2 cm\u00b3
Power300 hp
Combined torque400 Nm
GearboxDual Clutch 7 rapports Automatic
TransmissionFWD

Consumption

Performance

0 → 100 km/h5,6 s
VMax250 km/h

Dimensions and environment

Length4,284 mm
Wheelbase2,637 mm
Width1,789 mm
Height1,456 mm
Kerb weight1,472 kg
Cd0.28

Caralogy Methodology

Motorway and performance values calibrated by the Caralogy physics simulation engine (SCx, Crr, real torque curves).

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Manufacturer data · motorway values calibrated by the Caralogy engine

Among the 18 compacts, the Golf 8 GTI Clubsport ranks (last in segment) in acceleration. Caralogy simulates its real-world performance: motorway simulation, performance simulation and consumption simulation.

Caralogy Analysis · tailored to this vehicle

Acceleration: 5.6 s 0-100 (18th of 18 in 0–100 km/h)

In pure acceleration, the Golf 8 GTI Clubsport ranks 18th of 18 in 0–100 km/h, 1.5 s off the reference BMW M2 (4.1 s).

Top speed: 250 km/h (12th of 18 in Top speed)

Top speed of 250 km/h. The segment reference reaches 285 km/h.

Segment positioning

Where the Golf 8 GTI Clubsport stands against compacts

Comparison across 18 compacts marketed between 2019–2023.

0–100 km/h

18eout of 18

5,6 s
Min5,6 s · Volkswagen Golf 8 GTI Clubsport
Max4,1 s · BMW M2

Top speed

12eout of 18

250 km/h
Min220 km/h · Toyota GR Corolla Circuit Edition
Max285 km/h · BMW M2

Power-to-weight

9eout of 18

204 hp/t
Min195 hp/t · Bmw M235i xDrive Gran Coupe
Max266 hp/t · BMW M2

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Model family

The full Volkswagen Golf Mk8 range

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

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Frequently asked questions

Volkswagen Golf 8 GTI Clubsport: what you need to know

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

Where does the Golf 8 GTI Clubsport rank in its segment?#

Among the 18 compacts 2019–2023, the Golf 8 GTI Clubsport ranks 18th of 18 in 0–100 km/h (5.6 s, behind the BMW M2), 12th of 18 in Top speed (250 km/h, behind the BMW M2), 9th of 18 in Power-to-weight (204 hp/t, behind the BMW M2).

How much does the Golf 8 GTI Clubsport cost to run?#

Running costs depend on your profile (mileage, charging type, city/highway mix). Use the Caralogy consumption simulator for a personalised estimate.

Why not a BMW M2 instead?#

The BMW M2 leads in 0–100 km/h (4.1 s vs 5.6 s). The choice depends on your priorities: check the Golf 8 GTI Clubsport vs BMW M2 duel for a detailed comparison.

How does Caralogy calculate its figures?#

Caralogy does not reproduce manufacturer figures: we recalculate every number through physics simulation, starting from SCx, mass and the power curve. This is why our figures at 130 km/h differ from WLTP. Full methodology on the dedicated page.