2011 Volkswagen GTI

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Rating8.0

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Compact Hatchback
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$23,695 - $30,925
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on November 3, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Excellent fuel economy compared to some of its rivals

Weak engine for the class

Simplifications in trim levels

Steers better than most of its competitors

Limited optional packages and equipment

Excellent safety scores

Specs & Features

$28,900

price

200 hp @ 5100 rpm

horsepower

207 lb.-ft. @ 1800 rpm

torque

6-Speed Automated Manual

transmission

2.0L 4cyl FWD 6AM

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

The 2011 Volkswagen GTI hatchback is a compact hatchback offered in 4 trims, starting off at a base MSRP of $23,695. For that price, it mainly competes with the Ford Focus Hatchback, the Mazda 3 Hatchback, and the Subaru Impreza Hatchback. Between 2 trims, the Volkswagen GTIoffers 1 powertrain. It is a 2.0L turbo inline-4 engine making 200 horsepower and 207 lb-ft of torque. However, there is a choice between a 6-speed manual and a 6-speed automatic transmission. The Volkswagen GTIreaches 60 mph from zero in 7.3 seconds and can manage a combined fuel economy of between 25 and 27 mpg depending on the transmission. While we’re on the topic of choices, the 6 striking colors the Volkswagen GTI comes in really pull you towards itself.

Buying Advice

The 2011 Volkswagen GTI comes in 2 trims out of which Autobahn trim is recommended. The Volkswagen GTI however comes in best in the 2.0T Autobahn DSG 4-door configuration ($1,700) is recommended for more accessibility, not to mention the keyless entry, heated front seats, power mirrors, etc standard features.

Trims

    Base
    $23,695 onwards
    • 18-inch silver aluminum Wheels
    • A-Spec Sport Seats
    • Climatic manual front air conditioning
    • Front Fog/driving lights
    • Front passengers heated-cushion
    • Heated mirrors
    • Premium cloth Seat trim
    • Remote keyless entry
    • Seek-Scan Radio
    • Sirius AM/FM/Satellite
    Autobahn
    $29,225 onwards
    • 18-inch machined aluminum Wheels
    • Rearview camera

Compare to similar cars

Price

$23,695- $30,925

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

7.97

Horsepower

200 hp @ 5100 rpm

Torque

207 lb.-ft. @ 1800 rpm

Capacity

5

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$18,999- $32,599

Gasoline

7.43

162 hp @ 6000 rpm

162 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

4

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$18,275- $19,275

Gasoline

7.32

180 hp @ 6000 rpm

173 lb.-ft. @ 4100 rpm

5

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$17,995- $24,985

Gasoline

8.32

170 hp @ 5700 rpm

177 lb.-ft. @ 4250 rpm

5

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2011 Volkswagen GTI vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    SourceCompare
    7.4 sec14.7 sec
    2011 Scion TC

    Ranked #2

    7.9 sec16.0 sec
    8.7 sec16.6 sec

    2011 Volkswagen GTI vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      21 mpg31 mpg25 mpg14.5 gal.304.5/449.5 mi.
      2011 Scion TC

      Ranked #1

      23 mpg31 mpg26 mpg14.5 gal.333.5/449.5 mi.
      20 mpg28 mpg23 mpg17.7 gal.354/495.6 mi.

      2011 Volkswagen GTI vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        165.8 in.70 in.57.8 in.5 in.101.5 in.
        180.4 in.72.2 in.53.2 in.5.8 in.101.4 in.
        2011 Scion TC

        Ranked #2

        174 in.70.7 in.55.7 in.6.3 in.106.3 in.

        2011 Volkswagen GTI vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          12.4 cu.ft.93.5 cu.ft.46 cu.ft.
          15.7 cu.ft.81.6 cu.ft.29.6 cu.ft.
          2011 Scion TC

          Ranked #3

          34.5 cu.ft.88.4 cu.ft.-

          2011 Volkswagen GTI vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            SourceCompare
            46 cu.ft.12.4 cu.ft.46 cu.ft.-
            29.6 cu.ft.15.7 cu.ft.29.6 cu.ft.50 ft.
            2011 Scion TC

            Ranked #3

            -34.5 cu.ft.--

            2011 Volkswagen GTI vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              994 lbs.3034 lbs.
              -3272 lbs.
              2011 Scion TC

              Ranked #1

              -3060 lbs.

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              MPG Combined : 25 mpg

              0-60 : 7.4 sec

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