First Drive|26 May 2025
2025 Volkswagen Golf GTI review: Bucketloads of fun, for ...
Last Updated on: 25 Sep 2025
The Golf GTI is available only in one variant with a petrol engine. The GTI has the perfect mix of balance between performance and practicality. Amenities like the surgically grippy steering, 12.9-inch touchscreen, 30-colour ambient lighting, and the main attraction, the 265hp EA288 2.0-litre TSI turbo-petrol engine enable the driver to get a taste of the full GTI experience. Do ensure you go through Autocar reviews and first drives in order to get a better understanding of whether you should choose the Golf GTI.
Playful and exciting handling
Smooth, exploitable power
Some feel-good features missing
Expensive for what it is
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Reviewed by: Gavin D'Souza
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