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Volkswagen

Golf GTI Mk7

6s0–60 MPH
249TOP SPEED KPH
220HORSEPOWER

Notes

The Volkswagen Golf GTI Mk7 is a compact, four-door hatchback family car with a front-engine, front-wheel-drive layout produced from 2015 to 2021 by the German automaker in several assembly plants worldwide. Its 2.0 L direct-injection engine (TSI) and a six-speed manual transmission deliver a horsepower of 162 kW (220 PS) and 350 NM of torque. This small and reliable daily driver goes from 0-60 MPH in 6.5 seconds and reaches a top speed of 155 MPH (250 KM/H), pretty impressive numbers for its market segment. It weighs around 2980 LBS and measures 172x71x57 inches. It features a remarkably efficient fuel consumption of about 6- l/100KM, representing an 18% improvement over previous models.

The current value of a Volkswagen Golf GTI Mk7 ranges from $20,000 to $25,000. There are two versions of this car: the standard and the performance package, which includes upgraded braking/ and a limited-slip differential. The car comes out of the factory with Pirelli Cinturato P7 225/40 R18 in the four wheels for both versions. It has improved safety measures such as an Automatic-post-collision braking system that applies the vehicle brakes after an accident to prevent a second crash and radar-operated cruise control. This GTI Mk7 is one of the most reliable Golf iterations Volkswagen has ever put out, so do not hesitate to get get your hands on one if you ever have the opportunity.

Rank
horsepower
220
WEIGHT KG
1,373
forced Induction
YES
Power to Weight
0.16
CURRENT VALUE
$17,500

OEM Specs

engine Description
2.0L turbo I4 (EA888)
drive Type
FWD
0-60 MPH
6 SECs
TOP SPEED KPH
249
PRICE (MSRP) USD
$31,200
gearbox
6-SPEED MANUAL
torque
350 N.M
Model Years
2015-2021

YEAR NOTES

2015: The Mk7 GTI launched in North America with a 2.0L turbocharged TSI engine producing 210 hp (or 220 hp with the optional Performance Package, which also added a limited-slip differential and larger brakes). It came with either a 6-speed manual or 6-speed DSG dual-clutch automatic transmission. The new platform provided a lighter, stiffer chassis, enhanced handling, and improved fuel efficiency. Interior updates included VW’s latest infotainment system and plaid "Clark" cloth seats.
2016: Minimal changes were made, but Volkswagen added more standard features, including a rearview camera and touchscreen infotainment system. The GTI continued to offer a well-rounded package of performance, practicality, and comfort. New Driver Assistance Packages were introduced, adding features like adaptive cruise control and blind-spot monitoring.
2017: VW introduced the GTI Sport trim, which included the Performance Package as standard (220 hp, limited-slip differential, and larger brakes), along with unique blacked-out styling accents. This year also saw additional technology options, such as updated infotainment and connectivity features.
2018: The GTI received a mild refresh, bringing revised front and rear bumpers, standard LED headlights, and updated taillights. Power was standardized to 220 hp across all trims, and VW added the new 6.5-inch touchscreen infotainment system. The SE and Autobahn trims received larger, 8-inch touchscreens, and a few additional safety features became standard.
2019: Volkswagen introduced the Rabbit Edition, a limited-edition trim featuring unique badging, black wheels, and a spoiler. This model year also standardized advanced driver-assistance features across all trims, including forward collision warning and automatic emergency braking. Minor interior and technology updates improved comfort and connectivity.
2020: With the Mk8 GTI on the horizon, the Mk7 GTI remained mostly unchanged for its final year. VW streamlined the lineup to the S, SE, and Autobahn trims, with standard performance features like the limited-slip differential and larger brakes, allowing the GTI to go out with its best package yet.
2021: The Mk7 GTI continued with no significant updates as Volkswagen prepared for the transition to the Mk8 generation.

Compare to

Popular Volkswagen Golf GTI Mk7 Mods by Level

From 37 documented builds

TrendsMk7 GTI track builds commonly start with Falken RT660 tires, Öhlins Road & Track suspension, and Ferodo DS2500 pads. Many upgrade to an IS38 turbo with Cobb or APR tunes. Heavy builds escalate to Accelera 651 Sport tires, MSS KITS springs, and Hawk DTC-70 pads.

Medium

OEM Pace+4.7% 21 builds
Tires Falken Azenis RT6603· Falken Azenis RT615K+2· Firestone Firehawk Indy 5002· Kumho Ecsta V7302· Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 22
Suspension Öhlins Road & Track3· H&R Rear Sway Bar2· Neuspeed Rear Sway Bar2· H&R OEM Sport Springs2· BC Racing Swift Coilovers2
Brakes Motul RBF6005· Ferodo DS25003· Audi RS3 Brake Deflectors2· Girodisc Rotors2· Ferodo DS3.122
Intake/Exhaust APR Carbonio Intake1· ECS Tuning 3" Pipe1· CTS Turbo Inlet Pipe1· Integrated Engineering Turbo Muffler Delete1· Do88 Intercooler1
Power/Tune IS38 Turbo3· Cobb Stage 12· APR Stage 1 Low Torque Tune2· Volkswagen IS38 Turbo1· Eurodyne Maestro Tune1
Aero Race Louver Fender Vents1
Drivetrain Wavetrac LSD1· 034Motorsport Billet Aluminum Dogbone Mount Insert1· 034 Motorsport Torque Mount Inserts1· APR DSG Tune1
Wheels Enkei RS05RR1· Enkei RPF11· OZ Ultraleggera1· Apex ARC-81· Apex Wheels1
Other CSF Radiator2· 034Motorsport Catch Can1· ARM Motorsports Intercooler1· Apex Wheel Stud Kit1

Heavy

OEM Pace+6.2% 2 builds
Tires Accelera 651 Sport1· Firestone Firehawk Indy 5001
Suspension MSS KITS Adjustable Springs1
Brakes Hawk DTC-701
Intake/Exhaust Injen SP Intake1
Power/Tune TPC201
Drivetrain 034Motorsport Billet Aluminum Dogbone Mount Insert1

Race

OEM Pace+10% 4 builds
Tires Toyo Proxes RR1· Falken Azenis RT6601· Goodyear Racing Slick1· Michelin Pilot Sport 4S1
Suspension H&R RSS+ Coil-overs1· SuperPro Control Arms1· SuperPro Bushings1· ST Rear Sway Bar1· ECS Rear Stabilizer Brace1
Brakes Porsche Macan Brembo Calipers1· Zimmerman Blank Rotors1· Performance Friction PFC08 Pads1· Ferodo DS2500 Pads1· ECS Master Cylinder Brace1
Intake/Exhaust CTS Turbo Catless Downpipe1· Injen Evolution Intake1· X-Force Valved Exhaust1· APR Downpipe1· APR Cat Back1
Power/Tune RX500 Turbo1· United Motorsport Tune1· EQT Stage 2 E30 Tune1· EQT DSG Tune1· APR Stage 2 Tune1
Aero SRS-Tec Wide Front Fenders1· Aerofabb Competition Rear Spoiler1
Drivetrain Wavetrac LSD1
Wheels Neuspeed RSe11R1· Apex SM-101· Konig Hypergram1
Weight MELE Design Lightweight Battery Mount1· Odyssey PC680 Battery1· Corbeau RRB Seats1
Other Racingline Catch Can1· Schroth Quickfit Pro Harness1

Lap Times

Time Track Car Mod Driver Tire Lap Date Date Added vs Predict Pace
1:00.2 Virginia International Raceway - VIR (Patriot Course CCW) Medium 15 May, 2022 15 Oct, 2024 -8.19s +13.29%
1:15.7 SM P M C G O Autódromo Internacional de Cascavel Stock 22 Feb, 2022 17 May, 2026 flag
1:38.1 S M G SM P Autódromo Internacional de Curitiba Stock 04 Jun, 2021 27 Jan, 2026 -8.82s +9.77%
1:34.8 M G P SM Autódromo Potenza Eireli Medium 03 Apr, 2023 07 Mar, 2026 -5.88s +6.36%
1:35.1 G Anglesey Circuit-Trac Môn (International GP) Race 02 Nov, 2023 15 Mar, 2024 -4.85s +5.07%
2:18.0 Silverstone (GP) Race 02 Nov, 2023 17 Feb, 2024 warning
1:40.2 Winton Motor Raceway (National Circuit CW) Stock 24 Jul, 2018 07 Jan, 2023 -3.69s +4.03%
1:56.4 New Oregon Raceway Park (CCW) Medium 19 Apr, 2026 21 Apr, 2026 -3.31s +2.90%
2:09.8 Virginia International Raceway - VIR (Full Course) Medium 19 Nov, 2022 21 Jan, 2026 -3.28s +2.64%
1:14.7 M Zwartkops Medium 08 Jun, 2021 12 Nov, 2025 -1.82s +2.54%
2:01.9 Snetterton Circuit (300) Race 02 Nov, 2023 24 Jan, 2026 -3.08s +2.41%
1:40.4 G Autódromo Miguel E. Abed Heavy 26 Nov, 2017 18 Jan, 2026 -2.02s +2.03%
1:45.8 G Tor Poznan Race 27 Jul, 2023 10 Feb, 2024 -2.1s +2.01%
1:47.2 M Nürburgring (GP Sprint Strekke w/ Chicane) Stock 28 Nov, 2017 23 Jun, 2022 -1.97s +2.00%
1:54.6 G Heartland Motorsports Park (Grand Prix slow 8) Medium 29 Oct, 2022 14 Feb, 2023 -2.17s +1.94%
1:57.7 New Oregon Raceway Park (CW) Medium 20 Apr, 2026 21 Apr, 2026 -2.21s +1.92%
3:29.7 S M Spring Mountain Motor Resort (Andretti - Option C 4 Mile CW) Stock 12 Sep, 2020 03 Jun, 2022 -3.35s +1.72%
1:40.6 G Donington Park Circuit (CW) Race 02 Nov, 2023 17 Feb, 2024 -1.76s +1.70%
1:05.0 New Lime Rock Park (CW) Light 12 Jun, 2026 12 Jun, 2026 -0.99s +1.66%
2:05.6 Texas World Speedway (2.9 Mile CCW) Light 12 Mar, 2016 18 Jan, 2026 -1.92s +1.65%
2:11.1 High Plains Raceway (Full) Light 06 Jan, 2019 22 Nov, 2022 -1.84s +1.52%
2:41.3 Sepang International Circuit Stock 12 Jul, 2025 16 Jul, 2025 -2.21s +1.50%
1:48.7 Auto Club Speedway (Road Course) Race 05 Nov, 2022 15 Nov, 2022 -1.63s +1.46%
2:08.3 Circuit Parcmotor Castellolí Stock 01 Nov, 2021 01 Sep, 2025 -1.7s +1.43%
2:30.0 New Automotodrom Brno Stock 07 May, 2026 12 May, 2026 warning
1:54.3 Ridge Motorsports Park (Pre 2021) Race 01 May, 2023 12 Aug, 2024 -1.28s +1.14%
1:28.3 New Jersey Motorsports Park-NJMP (Thunderbolt) Race 18 Jun, 2024 03 Jun, 2025 -0.95s +1.06%
1:16.1 Sturup Raceway Medium 19 Jul, 2023 08 Jan, 2026 -0.63s +0.87%
2:44.0 G Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps Race 02 Nov, 2023 17 Feb, 2024 -0.97s +0.59%
2:14.0 Pannonia Ring Stock 21 Aug, 2025 12 May, 2026 warning
2:09.6 Virginia International Raceway - VIR (Full Course) Medium 26 Oct, 2022 30 Aug, 2024 -0.47s +0.37%
1:17.0 Zwartkops Medium 19 Jul, 2015 14 Jan, 2026 -0.11s +0.15%
1:28.6 M Hallett Motor Racing Circuit (CW) Medium 20 Aug, 2025 01 Sep, 2025 -0.12s +0.14%
46.2 M Autodrom Pomorze Medium 31 May, 2020 27 Jun, 2023 -0.06s +0.14%
1:41.1 Dominion Raceway Stock 11 Apr, 2019 18 Jul, 2021 -0.09s +0.10%
1:40.7 Willow Springs Raceway (Big Willow) Light
NA
18 Apr, 2024 19 Apr, 2024 -0.07s +0.08%
1:57.0 MSR Houston (CCW) Stock 25 Jul, 2025 20 Aug, 2025 -0.07s +0.07%
1:53.2 Charlotte Motor Speedway (Nascar Roval) Medium 30 Jul, 2017 21 Jan, 2026 -0.06s +0.06%
1:15.4 M Circuit Jules Tacheny Mettet Medium 15 Oct, 2020 06 Oct, 2021 -0.02s +0.03%
1:40.8 Willow Springs Raceway (Big Willow) Light 25 Mar, 2021 01 May, 2024
1:52.0 G Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli Heavy 22 Jun, 2023 05 Aug, 2024 +0.02s -0.02%
2:10.5 Virginia International Raceway - VIR (Full Course) Medium 01 Jun, 2025 13 Jul, 2025 +0.05s -0.04%
1:55.4 Ridge Motorsports Park (Current) Medium 09 Jul, 2023 16 Jul, 2023 +0.04s -0.04%
2:19.0 Hungaroring Light 11 Apr, 2015 11 Aug, 2022 +0.31s -0.25%
1:55.6 Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli Heavy 05 Aug, 2017 18 Jan, 2026 +0.73s -0.65%
2:06.2 Mendig AFB Circuit Stock 19 Aug, 2016 26 May, 2022 +0.74s -0.65%
1:48.0 M Club Motorsports Medium 14 Aug, 2022 30 Sep, 2024 +0.76s -0.72%
2:25.2 Eagles Canyon Raceway (2.7 CW) Light 19 Jun, 2022 23 Jan, 2026 flag
1:09.7 SM Autódromo La Chutana Medium 15 Nov, 2019 29 Sep, 2021 +0.57s -0.84%
1:50.0 Palmer Motorsports Park (CW) Race 23 Apr, 2023 02 Dec, 2023 +0.92s -0.85%
1:07.5 Lime Rock Park (CW) Light 21 Sep, 2021 07 Sep, 2022 +0.57s -0.93%
1:19.0 Grand Bend Motorplex (Technical track) Medium 13 Jul, 2019 19 Jan, 2026 +0.76s -1.02%
1:38.8 M Pacific Raceways Medium 21 Sep, 2025 15 Feb, 2026 +1.11s -1.18%
1:35.6 G Salzburgring Race 04 May, 2024 16 Jun, 2024 +1.2s -1.27%
1:43.4 M New York Safety Track NYST Medium 20 May, 2018 12 Jan, 2026 +1.29s -1.31%
1:28.5 Summit Point Motorsports Park (Main) Medium 05 Mar, 2023 15 Aug, 2024 +1.21s -1.44%
1:42.9 M Circuit du Laquais Stock 06 Aug, 2016 16 May, 2026 +1.41s -1.50%
1:48.6 Utah Motorsports Campus (West Circuit) Medium 22 May, 2018 21 Jun, 2022 +1.59s -1.51%
1:51.9 Laguna Seca (Pre 2023) Stock 02 Jan, 2021 19 Jul, 2021 +1.63s -1.59%
1:57.0 Bilster Berg Race 06 Sep, 2023 23 Jul, 2024 +1.86s -1.61%
2:13.5 Mugello Circuit Heavy 12 Nov, 2017 13 Mar, 2026 +2.18s -1.69%
1:44.4 Summit Point Motorsports Park (Shenandoah Circuit CCW) Medium 11 Sep, 2022 18 Sep, 2024 +1.76s -1.72%
2:07.7 M Autodromo Enzo e Dino Ferrari-Imola Circuit Medium 09 Apr, 2017 09 Mar, 2022 +2.13s -1.72%
2:15.8 M G Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya (GP) Stock 24 Mar, 2019 03 Sep, 2025 +2.22s -1.78%
2:05.0 Auto Club Speedway (Road Course) Stock 05 Oct, 2019 19 Jul, 2021 +2.11s -1.83%
2:06.1 Autodromo Enzo e Dino Ferrari-Imola Circuit Heavy 22 Apr, 2017 12 Mar, 2022 +2.68s -2.15%
1:58.9 Circuit Zandvoort Race 16 Sep, 2024 29 Sep, 2024 +2.72s -2.32%
3:19.3 Virginia International Raceway - VIR (Grand West Course) Stock 20 Oct, 2014 09 Nov, 2023 +4.23s -2.33%
1:45.3 Laguna Seca (Pre 2023) Medium 23 Feb, 2022 16 Mar, 2022 +2.56s -2.47%
1:55.7 Ridge Motorsports Park (Current) Medium 08 Apr, 2023 17 Aug, 2024 +2.94s -2.60%
2:25.0 Watkins Glen International (Full Circuit w/ Loop) Stock 30 Apr, 2019 18 Jul, 2021 +3.65s -2.73%
1:24.0 Toronto Motorsports Park (CW) Heavy 23 Jul, 2018 17 Jan, 2026 +2.28s -2.77%
1:25.6 Mission Raceway Park (CCW) Light 15 Jul, 2019 18 Jan, 2026 +2.15s -2.77%
2:03.9 Oregon Raceway Park (CCW) Medium 17 Apr, 2021 24 Jun, 2023 +3.42s -2.83%
2:58.2 Spring Mountain Motor Resort (Mansell C 3.4 Mile) Stock 22 Oct, 2019 19 Jul, 2021 +4.71s -2.87%
1:56.3 GingerMan Raceway (Extended Course 10B CW) Stock 14 Sep, 2015 10 Dec, 2022 +3.13s -2.96%
2:15.6 Chuckwalla Valley Raceway (CW) Stock 15 Oct, 2020 19 Jul, 2021 +3.85s -3.09%
1:21.1 New Jersey Motorsports Park-NJMP (Lightning) Medium 08 Oct, 2025 18 Jan, 2026 +2.42s -3.15%
1:56.9 GingerMan Raceway (Extended Course 10B CW) Stock 28 May, 2025 03 Aug, 2025 +3.44s -3.24%
2:23.7 Virginia International Raceway - VIR (Full Course) Stock 24 May, 2019 18 Jul, 2021 +4.41s -3.34%
1:59.0 Heartland Motorsports Park (Grand Prix CCW w/fast 8) Medium 17 Jun, 2022 12 Oct, 2024 +4.13s -3.57%
1:49.4 Laguna Seca (Pre 2023) Medium 17 Apr, 2021 19 Jul, 2021 +3.78s -3.61%
1:35.3 New Jersey Motorsports Park-NJMP (Thunderbolt (Pre 2024)) Race 31 Jul, 2023 27 Jul, 2025 +3.61s -3.85%
1:19.9 New Jersey Motorsports Park-NJMP (Lightning) Medium 06 Jul, 2022 06 Oct, 2024 +3.05s -3.94%
2:00.9 Red Bull Ring Stock 30 Apr, 2017 24 Aug, 2021 +4.33s -3.95%
2:15.3 Chuckwalla Valley Raceway (CCW) Stock 16 Oct, 2020 19 Jul, 2021 +4.93s -3.98%
1:40.7 Dominion Raceway Medium 23 Nov, 2025 15 Feb, 2026 +3.99s -4.07%
1:26.3 New Jersey Motorsports Park-NJMP (Lightning) Light 19 Apr, 2019 28 Mar, 2024 +3.16s -4.07%
1:53.3 New GingerMan Raceway (Extended Course 10B CW) Medium 23 Apr, 2026 16 May, 2026 +4.87s -4.52%
1:46.5 S Canadian Tire Motorsport Park-Mosport (DDT 1 Kink) Light 29 Aug, 2021 06 Nov, 2022 +4.48s -4.63%
1:35.0 Portland International Raceway - PIR (CW) Light 27 May, 2023 08 Aug, 2024 flag
2:05.4 Ridge Motorsports Park (Pre 2021) Medium 05 Mar, 2016 10 Dec, 2022 +5.79s -4.84%
1:12.9 Canaan Motor Club (CCW) Medium 12 Jun, 2022 21 Jan, 2026 +3.55s -5.05%
1:36.0 Willow Springs Raceway (Streets Pre 2022) Medium 13 Dec, 2014 14 Jan, 2026 warning
2:29.5 Virginia International Raceway - VIR (Full Course) Light 13 Sep, 2020 23 Jan, 2026 flag
1:25.2 New Jersey Motorsports Park-NJMP (Lightning) Medium 06 Jul, 2021 19 Jul, 2021 flag
1:42.4 Heartland Motorsports Park (Nascar A CCW) Medium 23 May, 2021 01 Sep, 2021 warning
2:21.2 Buttonwillow Raceway (13CW) Stock 22 Jun, 2020 19 Jul, 2021 flag
1:32.3 Eagles Canyon Raceway (1.65 Mile CCW) Heavy 13 Mar, 2017 23 Jan, 2026 +7.62s -8.62%
1:53.1 Willow Springs Raceway (Big Willow) Stock 26 Jun, 2021 19 Jul, 2021 flag

Top Modified Golf GTI Mk7

Year Driver Name Mod Horsepower Tire Tire Size Vs Predict
2015 (Area Motorsport) Area Motorsport Race 347 100 Direzza DZ03G 235/40/18 -5.35s
2018 (w/ADVANAD0) Gustavo Fagundes Medium 200 ADVAN AD08R 225/40/18 -4.33s
2019 Barger Motorsports Race 380 40 ADVAN A055 245/40/17 -3.6s
2015 (w/PS3) David Borja Heavy 220 Pilot Sport 3 225/40/18 -1.57s
2018 (w/R21E) GTI_ON_TRACK Race 220 300 R21E 225/40/18 -0.83s
2015 komiko67 Medium 330 200 V730 255/35/18 -0.46s
2016 David Ross Medium 380 200 ExtremeContact Force 245/35/18 +0.36s
2015 Daniyal Manekia Medium +1.5s
2015 (w/RT660) Dan G Race 220 200 AZENIS RT660 275/40/17 / 255/40/17 +1.65s
2017 (Mini7) Mini7 Medium 220 100 NT01 255/40/17 +1.69s
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