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The Volkswagen Golf GTI Clubsport is a high-performance version of the iconic Golf GTI, designed for enthusiasts seeking sharper handling and more power. Introduced in 2016 to celebrate the GTI's 40th anniversary, it features a 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-4 engine producing up to 296 horsepower with overboost and 280 lb-ft of torque. It is paired with either a 6-speed manual or a 7-speed DSG transmission.
The Clubsport stands out with its aggressive styling, including a revised front bumper, larger rear spoiler, and unique alloy wheels. Upgraded brakes, suspension, and limited-slip differential enhance its on-track performance, while retaining the practicality and daily usability for which the GTI is known.
Rank
horsepower
261
WEIGHT KG
1,395
forced Induction
YES
Power to Weight
0.19
CURRENT VALUE
$45,000
OEM Specs
engine Description
2.0-liter four-cylinder
drive Type
FWD
0-60 MPH
6.3 SECs
TOP SPEED KPH
249
PRICE (MSRP) EUR
30,875 €
gearbox
6-SPEED MANUAL
torque
350 N.M
Model Years
2016-2021
YEAR NOTES
2016: Introduced as a 40th-anniversary edition with a 2.0-liter turbocharged engine producing 261 hp (296 hp with overboost), revised aerodynamics, and a limited-slip differential.
2021: Reintroduced for the Mk8 generation with 296 hp, enhanced chassis tuning, and sharper driving dynamics; included the track-focused Clubsport 45 special edition.
Compare to
Popular Volkswagen Golf GTI Clubsport Mods by Level
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3 builds
Tires
Hankook Ventus RS41· Hankook Ventus TD1· Yokohama Advan A0521
Suspension
SuperPro LCA2· Öhlins Road & Track1
Brakes
Brembo GT61· Brembo Cupra Performance1· Carbone Lorraine RC61
Power/Tune
OEM+ Stage 2 Tune2· APR Stage 11
Wheels
Protrack One1
Heavy
2 builds
Tires
Dunlop Direzza2
Suspension
KW Clubsport 3-Way2· H&R Sway Bars2· SuperPro Front Wishbones1
Intake/Exhaust
Milltek Catback2· RacingLine R600 Intake2· IS-Racing Downpipe1
Power/Tune
Mcchip-DKR Stage 2 ECU Software1
Wheels
ATS GTR1· BBS Motorsport E881
Weight
Odyssey Lightweight Battery2
Other
Volkswagen Clubsport S Aluminum Subframe2· Wiechers Clubsport Cage1
Lap Times
| Time | Track | Car | Mod | Driver | Tire | Lap Date | Date Added | vs Predict | Pace |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1:48.7 | Oulton Park (International Circuit) | Heavy | 20 Jul, 2024 | 07 Mar, 2026 | -1.95s | +1.73% | |||
| 2:22.2 | Sepang International Circuit | Medium | 14 Nov, 2025 | 13 Jun, 2026 | -2.29s | +1.56% | |||
| 1:00.0 | Circuit Dreux | Medium | 04 Jul, 2020 | 12 Jan, 2026 | -0.68s | +1.12% | |||
| 1:52.9 | Fuji International Speedway | Stock | 11 Mar, 2026 | 27 Mar, 2026 | -0.73s | +0.63% | |||
| 7:31.2 | Nürburgring (Nordschleife) | Race | 13 Apr, 2025 | 19 Apr, 2025 | -1.48s | +0.32% | |||
| 7:42.4 | Nürburgring (BTG) | Heavy | 25 Jun, 2017 | 18 Jan, 2026 | -1.09s | +0.23% | |||
| 1:01.1 | Tsukuba Circuit | Medium | 22 Jan, 2025 | 17 Sep, 2025 | +0.05s | -0.08% | |||
| 1:06.3 | Ring Knutstorp | Heavy | 30 Jul, 2020 | 24 Feb, 2026 | +0.12s | -0.18% | |||
| 1:55.0 | Fuji International Speedway | Medium | 19 Mar, 2024 | 17 Sep, 2025 | +0.69s | -0.59% | |||
| 2:03.9 | Autodromo Nazionale di Monza | Race | 24 May, 2021 | 03 Feb, 2026 | +1.11s | -0.88% | |||
| 7:52.5 | Nürburgring (BTG) | Heavy | 13 May, 2017 | 18 Jan, 2026 | +5.05s | -1.05% | |||
| 46.0 | Llandow Circuit | Stock | 25 May, 2021 | 19 Jun, 2022 | +0.61s | -1.33% | |||
| 2:22.0 | Suzuka Circuit | Stock | 26 Feb, 2018 | 27 Mar, 2026 | +2.04s | -1.35% | |||
| 2:28.7 | Sepang International Circuit | Medium | 20 Sep, 2020 | 04 Aug, 2022 | +2.15s | -1.42% | |||
| 2:32.0 | Sepang International Circuit | Medium | 16 Aug, 2020 | 04 Aug, 2022 | +4.49s | -2.92% | |||
| 1:26.4 | Circuit de Nevers Magny-Cours (CW) | Stock | 09 Oct, 2016 | 08 May, 2022 | +4.44s | -5.18% | |||
| 2:50.7 | Yas Marina Circuit (GP Circuit) | Light | 18 Dec, 2017 | 21 Nov, 2021 | +30.73s | -17.51% | |||
| 1:34.0 | Circuit de Mallorca - Llucmajor | Medium | 21 Nov, 2025 | 28 Nov, 2025 | — | — |
Top Modified Golf GTI Clubsport
| Year | Driver Name | Mod | Horsepower | Tire | Tire Size | Vs Predict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 (w/AR1) | MK8 Clubsport | Heavy | — | 100 AR-1 | 225/40/18 | -6.4s |
| 2018 (PereT/A052) | Pere Torres | Medium | 261 | 200 ADVAN A052 | 245/40/18 | -6.13s |
| 2017 (w/PSC2) | Izzat Safiy | Medium | — | 180 Pilot Sport Cup 2 | 225/40/18 | -5.96s |
| 2016 | Hayapan | Stock | — | 200 Potenza RE-71RS | 265/35/18 | -5.87s |
| 2021 (w/PS4S) | SEB PIKCEL | Medium | — | 300 Pilot Sport 4S | 225/40/18 | -4.08s |
| 2016 | Hayapan | Stock | — | 40 A7 | 275/35/18 / 265/35/18 | -3.83s |
| 2020 (Yannick/CR-S) | Yannick Jakobs | Race | 261 | 200 CR-S (CR-1) | 245/40/18 | -3.74s |
| 2016 | Hayapan | Medium | 400 | 200 Potenza RE-71RS | 265/35/18 | -2.27s |
| 2016 (w/DZSS) | sigge75 | Heavy | 265 | 200 Direzza ZII Star Spec | 245/40/18 | -1.75s |
| 2017 | Alex Rasetta #7 | Race | — | — | — | -1.62s |