Notes
The Volkswagen Golf GTI S Mk7 is a three-door two-seater touring car designed by Klaus Bischoff and Marc Lichte and presented in November 2016. This vehicle features a 2.0L EA888 Turbocharged inline-4 that produces a maximum power of 306HP and 284lb-ft of torque. It comes in a front-wheel-drive (FWD) front-engine layout with a 6-speed manual transmission. The GTI goes from 0-62 MPH in just 5.8 seconds with a registered top speed of 165 MPH, which is quite impressive for this market segment, with a current value of around $18,499.
Talking about reliability, this Volkswagen Golf GTI S Mk7 has received 98 out of 100 scores and is considered one of the most trustworthy iterations the brand has ever put out. As a most affordable-oriented model, this one offers all of the comfort, space, and dependability that we are used to when we get a Volkswagen. It comes with Pirelli Cinturato P7 235/35 R19 tires on all 4-wheels. The suspension uses Mcpherson struts and coil springs on both axels for better stability and handling. All wheels include ventilated discs brakes with Anti-lock-Braking-System (ABS). The curb weight is 2998 LBS with a weight-to-power ratio of 4.4KG/HP and combined fuel consumption of 7.4L/100 Km.
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From 10 documented buildsTrendsEnthusiasts prioritize Falken RT660 tires and EQT Coilovers for improved handling. Brake upgrades often involve Porsche Macan BBK and Motul RBF660. Power increases typically start with Burger Motorsports JB4 or APR Stage 2 tunes, complemented by ARM Motorsports intercoolers and Milltek downpipes.
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8 buildsLap Times
| Time | Track | Car | Mod | Driver | Tire | Lap Date | Date Added | vs Predict | Pace |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1:25.9 | Thunderhill (West) | Medium | 20 Apr, 2022 | 18 Feb, 2023 | -3.19s | +3.85% | |||
| 2:16.4 | Thunderhill (East 3 Mile w/ Bypass) | Medium | 07 Sep, 2020 | 18 Jul, 2021 | +2.2s | -1.77% | |||
| 1:54.8 | Brainerd International Raceway - BIR (Competition Road Course- CW) | Light | 18 May, 2020 | 19 Jul, 2021 | +3.53s | -3.29% | |||
| 2:18.9 | High Plains Raceway (Full) | Light | 01 Aug, 2021 | 14 Jan, 2026 | +5.28s | -4.10% | |||
| 2:02.3 | Thunderhill (East 3 Mile w/ Bypass) | Medium | 15 Apr, 2022 | 21 Oct, 2024 | — | — | |||
| 1:30.1 | Grattan Raceway | Medium | 24 May, 2025 | 05 Jun, 2025 | — | — | |||
| 1:44.0 | Laguna Seca (Pre 2023) | Medium | 22 Feb, 2022 | 12 Mar, 2022 | — | — | |||
| 1:27.9 | Willow Springs Raceway (Streets) | Medium | 07 Nov, 2021 | 25 Nov, 2024 | — | — | |||
| 1:55.4 | Sonoma Raceway (Long Pre 2024) | Medium | 07 Nov, 2021 | 25 Nov, 2024 | — | — | |||
| 1:30.7 | Willow Springs Raceway (Streets CCW Pre 2022) | Medium | 11 Aug, 2020 | 19 Jul, 2021 | — | — | |||
| 1:41.0 | Charlotte Motor Speedway (Roval) | Medium | 31 Jul, 2024 | 18 Jan, 2026 | — | — | |||
| 2:07.3 | Buttonwillow Raceway (13CW) | Medium | 10 Dec, 2021 | 21 Nov, 2024 | — | — | |||
| 1:38.5 | Harris Hill Raceway (CW) | Heavy | 06 Nov, 2025 | 09 Feb, 2026 | — | — | |||
| 2:16.8 | Chuckwalla Valley Raceway (CW) | Medium | 21 Oct, 2020 | 19 Jul, 2021 | — | — |
Top Modified Golf GTI S Mk7
| Year | Driver Name | Mod | Horsepower | Tire | Tire Size | Vs Predict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 (ChiefKieft/RT660) | ChiefKieft | Medium | 210 | 200 AZENIS RT660 | 225/40/18 | +3.01s |
| 2016 (w/AR) | DADM0DE | Medium | 290 | 200 AZENIS RT615K+ | 245/40/18 | +8.87s |
| 2016 (GTI_TRACK_RAT) | GTI_TRACK_RAT | Light | 210 | 260 Ecsta PS91 | 225/40/18 | +12.71s |
| 2019 (grembal) | grembal | Medium | 250 | 200 KR20A UHP Max+ | 245/40/18 | +15.7s |
| 2015 | Shawn Rast | Heavy | — | 200 AZENIS RT615K+ | — | +16.89s |
| 2016 | Beetle Juiced! | Light | — | 260 Cinturato P7 | 225/40/18 | — |
| 2017 (w/RS4) | Will L | Medium | 250 | 200 Ventus RS4 | 245/40/17 | — |