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2023 Volkswagen GTI
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2023 Volkswagen GTI

The redesigned 2022 Volkswagen GTI builds on the long-running tradition of elevating a mild hatchback into a fun-to-drive, yet sophisticated, practical alternative to sports coupes. The GTI's improvements aim to sharpen the handling, up the power and upgrade connectivity and infotainment. The new GTI is powered by a turbocharged four-cylinder engine. Power has increased to 241 horsepower. The 2022-2024 GTI models came standard with a six-speed manual transmission. A seven-speed dual-clutch automatic, which was optional for 2022-2024 models, became the only transmission option for 2025. Older models come with a large 10-inch infotainment screen, while 2025 models get a new 12.9-inch display. The interior can be dressed with plaid upholstery-a nice historic nod to the original GTI. FCW, AEB, BSW, and RCTW are standard.

Market value
$25,300
Fuel
Conventional
Transmission
Automatic
Seats
5
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Model year 2023
Owner rating Not rated
Reliability 4/5
Data updated December 4, 2025

At a glance

Model data

Overview

Powertrain
Conventional
Body style
4-door hatchback
Drive type
FWD
Transmission
Sequential, 7-speed
Category
Sports cars 4/5-seat
Generation began
2022

Pricing

Current retail median
$25,300
Retail value range
$22,575 - $26,950
Original MSRP range
$30,530 - $39,870
Trade-in range
$19,760 - $24,430

Ratings

Road test score
85/100
Reliability
4/5

Fuel economy

EPA city
23 MPG
EPA highway
32 MPG
EPA combined
27 MPG
Tested city
19 MPG
Tested highway
39 MPG
Tested overall
28 MPG
Annual fuel cost
$1,405
Cruising range
365 miles

Road tests

0-30 mph
2.8 sec
0-60 mph
6.4 sec
60-0 mph braking
127 ft
Avoidance speed
56 mph
Test status
Test Completed

Dimensions

Length
167 in
Width
71 in
Height
58 in
Wheelbase
104 in
Weight
3,205 lb
Maximum load
915 lb
Towing capacity
0 lb

Interior

Seating
5 people
Front head room
3.5 in
Front leg room
43.5 in
Rear head room
4 in
Rear leg room
29 in
Luggage
1+3+0

Environmental impact

Air pollution score
5/10
Greenhouse gas score
5/10
SmartWay
No

Brand context

About Volkswagen

Most Volkswagens are well-built, agile, fun-to-drive cars that feel slightly more premium than their competitors. Its lineup is focused on SUVs, most of which have spacious, comfortable interiors and unexpectedly responsive driving dynamics. Its Golf hatchback, especially in performance trims, is a rare balance of practicality and driving thrills. Most models, including its EVs, have excellent fit and finish. Brand-wide downsides include unintuitive controls and infotainment systems, and below-average reliability for new cars. Reliability for used VWs is average.

Vehicle ID: 25346 First published: November 15, 2022 Updated: December 4, 2025

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