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2024 Volkswagen

GTI

Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo

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2024 Volkswagen GTI

Closest available photo (2023 model year); you're viewing the 2024.

2023 photoAlexander-93CC BY-SA 4.0Wikimedia Commons

Overview

Body
Midsize CarsEPA, from EPA, last updated 7/6/2026
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 7/6/2026
Transmission
Manual 6-spdEPA, from EPA, last updated 7/6/2026
Powertrain
GasEPA, from EPA, last updated 7/6/2026
Fuel
RegularEPA, from EPA, last updated 7/6/2026

Engine & performance

HP
241
Power to weight
0.076 hp/lb
Axle ratio
3.45
Cyl
4EPA, from EPA, last updated 7/6/2026
Aspiration
TurbochargedEPA, from EPA, last updated 7/6/2026
Start-stop system
NoEPA, from EPA, last updated 7/6/2026

Efficiency

MPG Hwy
34 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 7/6/2026
MPG City
23 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 7/6/2026
MPG Comb
27 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 7/6/2026
Fuel $/yr
$2,300EPA, from EPA, last updated 7/6/2026
CO₂
327 g/miEPA, from EPA, last updated 7/6/2026
Eco Score
5/10EPA, from EPA, last updated 7/6/2026
Smog score
5/10
Elec. Range
0 miEPA, from EPA, last updated 7/6/2026
Real-world MPG
29.7 mpg, reported by 2 driversabout 2.7 mpg above the EPA combined estimate
SmartWay certified
No

Dimensions & capacity

Length
169 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Width
70 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Height
57 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Wheelbase
104 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Curb Weight
3,177 lbNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026

Safety NHTSA, model year

Recalls
0
Owner complaints
0

Known issues manufacturer service bulletins, model year

189 service bulletins filed with NHTSA for this model year

  • May 19, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERV0026012081638_1

    Difference between Component fluid leakage and seepage

  • Apr 2, 2026EXTERIOR LIGHTINGV9422012066639_6

    Condition is normal due to cold fresh air and humidity

  • Mar 30, 2026EXTERIOR LIGHTINGV9419012011521_21

    Moisture Accumulation

  • Mar 27, 2026ENGINEVOS-26-21

    This is a notice for software changes with the ODIS diagnostic program to correct the communication during vehicle programming function: A software fix is needed to correct the error message ERP0204E could occur during perform initial operation, software configuration, SVM updates for any control module(s) etc.

  • Mar 25, 2026FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKINGV4521012062957_7

    customer reports that the vehicle performed an unwarranted Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB).

  • Mar 25, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERV0018092053065_6

    Safety Related Inquiry and Reporting

  • Mar 19, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERV9422022066761_4

    Damage Inspection of Park assist sensors

  • Mar 6, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMVOS-26-15

    This is a notice for software changes with the ODIS diagnostic program to correct the communication during vehicle programming function: A software fix is needed to correct multiple test plans: All basic settings test for the following components - Fill and bleed cooling system issue, N493, J338, Camshaft, V465 etc. Use this test for all the basic setting. You will need to select the component you need to run the basic settings. But there are also stand-alone tests for each of those components.

  • and 181 more

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

Warranty manufacturer terms, by make

Basic
4 yr / 50k mi
Powertrain
4 yr / 50k mi
Roadside assistance
3 yr / 36k mi
Maintenance
2 yr / 20k mi
EV battery
8 yr / 100k mi

Information is gathered on a best-effort basis from public sources, may be incomplete or out of date, and is not purchasing or financial advice. Verify with the manufacturer or dealer before buying.