It’s almost five decades of hot hatchery, and the GTI is still here, refusing to be tamed by what it considers boring. The original hatchback renegade, the GTI always felt like it could go from the grocery store to a racetrack without so much as a tire change. Now, with the 2025 Volkswagen Golf GTI, we’re looking to see if this latest edition stays true to the wild-child legacy.
What’s New
The Golf GTI brings a few updates to keep things exciting in 2025. You’ve got new headlights, revised bumpers, an illuminated logo, and a light bar across the front that makes it look like it’s ready to pounce. Two new colors, Alpine Silver Metallic and Slate Blue Metallic, have joined the palette. To top it all off, 19-inch wheels now sport a bold design that gives this car an even more aggressive stance.
The interior has received pretty significant updates as well. You’ll find a 12.9-inch touchscreen and new steering wheel controls, bidding farewell to the touch-sensitive buttons from before.
Performance
Now, it wouldn’t be a hot hatch without a bit of fire in its belly, would it? True to form, the GTI comes in blazing hot, packing 241 horsepower and a turbocharged kick. The only transmission this time round is the seven-speed dual-clutch-automatic, a setup that keeps the shifts crisp and revs tight. And while it’s gone fully automatic, rest assured that the GTI hasn’t forgotten what makes it a thrill machine in the first place.
Since it features the same engine as the 2024 model, we expect its 0 to 60 time to be right around the 6-second mark. It’s not breaking any land record speeds for sure, but it’s more than enough to make you want to test your Golf GTI on every corner. As for handling, it’s what you’d expect from a car with a GTI badge: engaging, sharp, and responsive. You’ll love it.
Practicality
Beyond the exhilarating performance, the Golf GTI is also a car for life. It’s a fun car, yes, but it’s still got a trunk big enough for a weekend getaway (or a Costco run), comfortable seating for up to five people, supportive seats, and plenty of advanced safety features.
The rear seats fold down flat, so you can fit whatever you need, whether it’s luggage, a TV, a mountain bike, or just the random assortment of things that always find their way into a hatchback. All in all, you won’t have to choose between fun and practicality.
Tame your wild side with the 2025 Golf GTI. Visit Volkswagen of Milwaukee North in Milwaukee, WI, and get ready to experience the thrill.
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