How much does the 2026 Volkswagen GTI cost?

The 2026 Volkswagen GTI has a starting MSRP of $34,590, ranging up to $42,480 for the top trim. Trim pricing includes Golf GTI S from $34,590; SE from $39,080; Autobahn from $42,480.

What is the fuel economy of the 2026 Volkswagen GTI?

The 2026 Volkswagen GTI achieves up to 27 MPG combined (EPA estimate), depending on trim and configuration.

How many trims does the 2026 Volkswagen GTI come in?

The 2026 Volkswagen GTI is available in 3 trims across Hatchback body styles with front wheel drive.

2026 Volkswagen GTI

3 trims · Hatchback

Starting MSRP

$34,590 – $42,480

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Pricing

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MSRP by trim

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Purchase information

Based on Golf GTI S

Total price (Golf GTI S MSRP)

$34,590

Typical monthly

$685/mo

Avg. APR

7.00%

60-month loan estimate for good credit (rates as of 2026-07-12). Not a credit offer; actual APR varies by lender, credit, and dealer.

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Compare 2026 Volkswagen GTI trims

Golf GTI S
MSRP
$34,590
Fuel economy (city/hwy)
24/32
Horsepower
241 hp
Torque
273 lb-ft
Engine
2L I4 gas
Seating
5
Drivetrain
FWD
Cargo (cu ft)
—
Max towing
—
SE
MSRP
$39,080
Fuel economy (city/hwy)
24/32
Horsepower
241 hp
Torque
273 lb-ft
Engine
2L I4 gas
Seating
5
Drivetrain
FWD
Cargo (cu ft)
—
Max towing
—
Autobahn
MSRP
$42,480
Fuel economy (city/hwy)
24/32
Horsepower
241 hp
Torque
273 lb-ft
Engine
2L I4 gas
Seating
5
Drivetrain
FWD
Cargo (cu ft)
—
Max towing
—

Compare 2026 Volkswagen GTI trim specifications
Spec	Golf GTI S	SE	Autobahn
MSRP	$34,590	$39,080	$42,480
Fuel economy (city/hwy)	24/32	24/32	24/32
Horsepower	241 hp	241 hp	241 hp
Torque	273 lb-ft	273 lb-ft	273 lb-ft
Engine	2L I4 gas	2L I4 gas	2L I4 gas
Seating	5	5	5
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD	FWD
Cargo (cu ft)	—	—	—
Max towing	—	—	—

Manufacturer specifications by trim and drivetrain. Same trim names with different MSRPs are distinct FWD/AWD (or other drivetrain) configurations from the catalog. MSRP excludes destination fees, taxes, and dealer-installed options.

Full specifications

Engine & drivetrain

Engine type: Golf GTI Sgas
SEgas
Autobahngas
Fuel type: Golf GTI Sregular unleaded
SEregular unleaded
Autobahnregular unleaded
Cylinders: Golf GTI SI4
SEI4
AutobahnI4
Displacement: Golf GTI S2 L
SE2 L
Autobahn2 L
Horsepower: Golf GTI S241 hp
SE241 hp
Autobahn241 hp
Torque: Golf GTI S273 lb-ft
SE273 lb-ft
Autobahn273 lb-ft
Transmission: Golf GTI S7-speed automatic
SE7-speed automatic
Autobahn7-speed automatic
Drivetrain: Golf GTI Sfront wheel drive
SEfront wheel drive
Autobahnfront wheel drive

Dimensions

Body type: Golf GTI SHatchback
SEHatchback
AutobahnHatchback
Doors: Golf GTI S4
SE4
Autobahn4
Seating: Golf GTI S5
SE5
Autobahn5
Length: Golf GTI S169 in
SE169 in
Autobahn169 in
Width: Golf GTI S70 in
SE70 in
Autobahn70 in
Height: Golf GTI S58 in
SE58 in
Autobahn58 in
Wheelbase: Golf GTI S104 in
SE104 in
Autobahn104 in
Ground clearance: Golf GTI S5 in
SE5 in
Autobahn5 in

Capacity & weight

Curb weight: Golf GTI S6,366 lbs
SE6,366 lbs
Autobahn6,366 lbs
Fuel tank: Golf GTI S13 gal
SE13 gal
Autobahn13 gal

Fuel economy & EV

Combined MPG: Golf GTI S27
SE27
Autobahn27
City MPG: Golf GTI S24
SE24
Autobahn24
Highway MPG: Golf GTI S32
SE32
Autobahn32

Full specifications by trim
Spec	Golf GTI S	SE	Autobahn
Engine & drivetrain
Engine type	gas	gas	gas
Fuel type	regular unleaded	regular unleaded	regular unleaded
Cylinders	I4	I4	I4
Displacement	2 L	2 L	2 L
Horsepower	241 hp	241 hp	241 hp
Torque	273 lb-ft	273 lb-ft	273 lb-ft
Transmission	7-speed automatic	7-speed automatic	7-speed automatic
Drivetrain	front wheel drive	front wheel drive	front wheel drive
Dimensions
Body type	Hatchback	Hatchback	Hatchback
Doors	4	4	4
Seating	5	5	5
Length	169 in	169 in	169 in
Width	70 in	70 in	70 in
Height	58 in	58 in	58 in
Wheelbase	104 in	104 in	104 in
Ground clearance	5 in	5 in	5 in
Capacity & weight
Curb weight	6,366 lbs	6,366 lbs	6,366 lbs
Fuel tank	13 gal	13 gal	13 gal
Fuel economy & EV
Combined MPG	27	27	27
City MPG	24	24	24
Highway MPG	32	32	32