2013 Volkswagen GTI

MSRP Range:
$23,995 - $31,695
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Fuel Economy: 21/31 mpg

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2013 Volkswagen GTI Trims	MSRP	Fuel	Engine
2dr HB Man Ltd Avail	$23,995	21 / 31 mpg	Turbocharged Gas I4 2.0L/121
2dr HB Man PZEV Ltd Avail	$23,995	21 / 31 mpg	Turbocharged Gas I4 2.0L/121
4dr HB Man Ltd Avail	$24,595	21 / 31 mpg	Turbocharged Gas I4 2.0L/121
4dr HB Man PZEV Ltd Avail	$24,595	21 / 31 mpg	Turbocharged Gas I4 2.0L/121
2dr HB DSG Ltd Avail	$25,095	24 / 33 mpg	Turbocharged Gas I4 2.0L/121
2dr HB DSG PZEV Ltd Avail	$25,095	24 / 33 mpg	Turbocharged Gas I4 2.0L/121
4dr HB Man Wolfsburg	$25,095	21 / 31 mpg	Turbocharged Gas I4 2.0L/121
4dr HB Man Wolfsburg PZEV	$25,095	21 / 31 mpg	Turbocharged Gas I4 2.0L/121
4dr HB DSG Ltd Avail	$25,695	24 / 33 mpg	Turbocharged Gas I4 2.0L/121
4dr HB DSG PZEV Ltd Avail	$25,695	24 / 33 mpg	Turbocharged Gas I4 2.0L/121
4dr HB DSG Wolfsburg	$26,195	24 / 33 mpg	Turbocharged Gas I4 2.0L/121
4dr HB DSG Wolfsburg PZEV	$26,195	24 / 33 mpg	Turbocharged Gas I4 2.0L/121
2dr HB Man w/Conv & Sunroof Ltd Avail	$26,375	21 / 31 mpg	Turbocharged Gas I4 2.0L/121
2dr HB Man w/Conv & Sunroof PZEV Ltd Avail	$26,375	21 / 31 mpg	Turbocharged Gas I4 2.0L/121
4dr HB Man w/Conv & Sunroof Ltd Avail	$26,975	21 / 31 mpg	Turbocharged Gas I4 2.0L/121
4dr HB Man w/Conv & Sunroof PZEV Ltd Avail	$26,975	21 / 31 mpg	Turbocharged Gas I4 2.0L/121
2dr HB DSG w/Conv & Sunroof Ltd Avail	$27,475	24 / 33 mpg	Turbocharged Gas I4 2.0L/121
2dr HB DSG w/Conv & Sunroof PZEV Ltd Avail	$27,475	24 / 33 mpg	Turbocharged Gas I4 2.0L/121
2dr HB Man w/Sunroof & Navi Ltd Avail	$27,945	21 / 31 mpg	Turbocharged Gas I4 2.0L/121
2dr HB Man w/Sunroof & Navi PZEV Ltd Avail	$27,945	21 / 31 mpg	Turbocharged Gas I4 2.0L/121
4dr HB DSG w/Conv & Sunroof Ltd Avail	$28,075	24 / 33 mpg	Turbocharged Gas I4 2.0L/121
4dr HB DSG w/Conv & Sunroof PZEV Ltd Avail	$28,075	24 / 33 mpg	Turbocharged Gas I4 2.0L/121
4dr HB Man w/Sunroof & Navi Ltd Avail	$28,545	21 / 31 mpg	Turbocharged Gas I4 2.0L/121
4dr HB Man w/Sunroof & Navi PZEV Ltd Avail	$28,545	21 / 31 mpg	Turbocharged Gas I4 2.0L/121
2dr HB DSG w/Sunroof & Navi Ltd Avail	$29,045	24 / 33 mpg	Turbocharged Gas I4 2.0L/121
2dr HB DSG w/Sunroof & Navi PZEV Ltd Avail	$29,045	24 / 33 mpg	Turbocharged Gas I4 2.0L/121
4dr HB DSG w/Sunroof & Navi Ltd Avail	$29,645	24 / 33 mpg	Turbocharged Gas I4 2.0L/121
4dr HB DSG w/Sunroof & Navi PZEV Ltd Avail	$29,645	24 / 33 mpg	Turbocharged Gas I4 2.0L/121
4dr HB Man Driver's Edition	$29,695	21 / 31 mpg	Turbocharged Gas I4 2.0L/121
4dr HB Man Driver's Edition PZEV	$29,695	21 / 31 mpg	Turbocharged Gas I4 2.0L/121
2dr HB Man Autobahn Ltd Avail	$29,995	21 / 31 mpg	Turbocharged Gas I4 2.0L/121
2dr HB Man Autobahn PZEV Ltd Avail	$29,995	21 / 31 mpg	Turbocharged Gas I4 2.0L/121
4dr HB Man Autobahn Ltd Avail	$30,595	21 / 31 mpg	Turbocharged Gas I4 2.0L/121
4dr HB Man Autobahn PZEV Ltd Avail	$30,595	21 / 31 mpg	Turbocharged Gas I4 2.0L/121
4dr HB DSG Driver's Edition	$30,795	24 / 33 mpg	Turbocharged Gas I4 2.0L/121
4dr HB DSG Driver's Edition PZEV	$30,795	24 / 33 mpg	Turbocharged Gas I4 2.0L/121
2dr HB DSG Autobahn Ltd Avail	$31,095	24 / 33 mpg	Turbocharged Gas I4 2.0L/121
2dr HB DSG Autobahn PZEV Ltd Avail	$31,095	24 / 33 mpg	Turbocharged Gas I4 2.0L/121
4dr HB DSG Autobahn Ltd Avail	$31,695	24 / 33 mpg	Turbocharged Gas I4 2.0L/121
4dr HB DSG Autobahn PZEV Ltd Avail	$31,695	24 / 33 mpg	Turbocharged Gas I4 2.0L/121

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The 2013 Volkswagen GTI is a hatchback, but you can get it with a choice between two doors and four doors. ...more

The front-wheel-drive GTI is powered by a 2.0L, 16-valve turbocharged 4-cylinder engine, making 200 horsepower. Because it produces its peak 207 pound-feet of torque beginning at a low 1,700 rpm, the engine feels more like a V6 in many respects, while returning EPA ratings of up to 24 mpg city, 33 highway. It works especially well with the available DSG automatic transmission--actually two small manual gearboxes, controlled by electronics, to deliver confident shifts in less time than you could shift yourself. A 6-speed manual gearbox is also offered. DSG includes steering-wheel paddle-shifters, and to get the most out of DSG, it includes a Launch Control feature so that you can launch especially quickly from a standing start.

A fully-independent suspension, with front damper-struts and a stiff tubular roll bar, plus a 4-link layout in back help give the GTI a performance tuning that's responsive enough, but not too jarring or coarse for passengers. An electromechanical steering system also loads up nicely and can compensate for crosswinds or road surfaces. Brakes in the GTI are a step up from those in the Golf, with 12.3-inch ventilated discs in front and 10.7-inch discs in back and there's an XDS cross-differential system and electronic differential that functions as a limited-slip differential and helps send power safely to the wheels that can best use it. Exclusive to the GTI are polished exhaust tips with a 'sound generator' that brings more sporty engine sounds into the cabin during spirited driving.

The GTI inherits the Volkswagen Golf's building blocks and same basic layout inside. What that means is that it offers a lot more space-efficiency and versatility inside than most dedicated high-performance models. There's a 15-cubic-foot cargo space, and the rear seatback is split 60/40 and folds down to expand the space for larger items.

Across the model line, the GTI includes include air conditioning, cruise control, fog lamps, Bluetooth connectivity and an 8-speaker sound system with Sirius XM satellite radio and iPod capability--as well as an auxiliary input. With the Convenience and Sunroof package, the GTI gets a new retro-styled golf-ball shift knob plus a sunroof, leather trimmed steering wheel, upgraded 'Laguna' alloy wheels, and an upgraded sound system. The Sunroof and Navigation package adds the sunroof plus bi-xenon headlamps, LED running lamps, and a navigation system with five-inch touch screen. At the top of the lineup, the Autobahn trim gets an especially sporty look with 18-inch 'Serron' alloy wheels, keyless entry, push-button start, a power sunroof, Titan black leather seating and a 300-watt Dynaudio system.

2013 Volkswagen GTI Model Changes

The 2013 Volkswagen GTI carries over from 2012 virtually unchanged. The only minor differences include new wheels for mid-level trims, as well as a golf-ball shift knob offered on some of the model line.

2013 Volkswagen GTI Value

The Volkswagen GTI offers up strong performance, yet it has essentially the same space-efficient interior layout of the Golf hatchback--and that's a major asset for those who need to use the GTI as a daily driver. It's also a very strong performer while also offering impressive fuel economy, of up to 33 mpg highway.

Pricing and value are also major selling points for the GTI compared to most other small sporty hatchbacks. With a bottom-line base price of less than $25,000, the GTI doesn't cost all that much more than economy-minded small hatchbacks, yet it offers a sportier, more exclusive look--as well as a good list of standard features and a more athletic driving feel.

2013 Volkswagen GTI Strengths

Athletic, responsive driving feel; straightforward, practical, and spacious interior layout; excellent DSG transmission; great steering and handling; impressive fuel economy; affordable performance Hide

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