Getting to Know This Sporty New Hatchback

Prior iterations of the Volkswagen Golf GTI have set the bar rather high in terms of what consumers expect this vehicle to deliver in power, performance, and style. The Golf on its own might not get the heart racing; it’s when you add those three simple letters of “GTI” that people know they’re in for a treat not often served in the automobile world.

The brand-new 2022 Volkswagen Golf GTI (aka the Mk8) exceeds the expectations of drivers and reviewers alike with its precision handling, pure unbridled power under the hood, and comprehensive feature offering. Yet again, VW is proving that good things do come in small packages. Let’s get to know a little more about this sporty new hatchback.

A More Aggressive Look and Feel

Since the 2022 Volkswagen Golf GTI is part of a series, VW engineers and designers gave it a look and feel that drivers will instantly recognize with a few contemporary updates that are bound to impress.

Although the shape and the body remain consistent with the Mk7 iteration of the Golf GTI, the exterior panels have been redesigned to give the vehicle a more menacing look. Adding to the aggressive visage are the redesigned headlights, honeycomb grille with X-pattern lights, and the thin red signature GTI line. The look is so distinct that drivers in oncoming traffic will be able to spot the Mk8 coming a mile away.

Not to be outdone, the interior of the Golf GTI also kicks things up in the style department. New to the Mk8 edition is an interior light feature with 30 configurable colors and several “mood lighting” modes that come pre-loaded in the vehicle. Additionally, the bolstered Top Sport seats with integrated head restraints feature the same signature GTI red accent as seen on the face of the vehicle.

Taking the Golf GTI even further into the future is the Digital Cockpit Pro display, which streamlines all the clunky knobs and buttons of past generations down to a seamless touchscreen experience. The control center is akin to your favorite tablet device, stationed within arm’s reach and providing you easy access to every bell and whistle your Golf GTI contains.

Power, Speed, and Precision Handling

The designers and engineers at VW didn’t just update the interior and exterior and call it a day. GTIs have a long history of being some of the fastest Volkswagen vehicles in the entire line-up, and the 2022 iteration doesn’t disappoint in that regard.

Utilizing a 2.0L turbocharged direct-injection TSI engine, the Mk8 can either be paired with a 6-speed manual or 7-speed DSG dual clutch automatic transmission. Whichever way you slice it, you’re getting the fastest and most powerful version of the Golf GTI to ever be released. It packs a walloping 241 horsepower and 273 lb-ft. of torque. Wherever you’re going, you can bet your bottom dollar you’ll be able to get there in a hurry.

However, it’s not all just about speed. The handling needs to be right there with it. That’s why VW gave the new Golf GTI DCC adaptive chassis control which actively dampens each wheel up to 200 times per second. This process ensures that the car is continuously reacting to the current road surface and driving conditions, providing drivers with the most agile and accurate version of the Golf GTI ever manufactured.

The 2022 Golf GTI is also packed with driver assistance features, ready to lend you a hand if any hazards lurk nearby. They include:

• Emergency Assist (automatic transmission only)
• Travel Assist
• Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
• Active Blind Spot Monitor
• Rear Traffic Alert
• Lane Assist
• Front Assist

Adding even more convenience to car ownership is the Volkswagen Car-Net app, which gives drivers the ability to issue commands to their vehicles using the VW smartphone app. These features include:

• Remote Commands (Remote Start excluded for Golf GTI)
• Family Guardian Alerts
• Parking Info
• VW Car-Net Safe & Secure⁠
• VW Car-Net Hotspot (SE and Autobahn trim levels only)⁠

Coverage You Can Count on For Years

With Carefree Coverage from VW, you can purchase your Golf GTI with confidence knowing that your vehicle has one of the most comprehensive coverage plans offered in the industry. The coverage breaks down as follows:

2 yrs. Service – Scheduled Carefree Maintenance (2 years or 20,000 miles)

3 yrs. Help – Roadside Assistance (3 years or 36,000 miles)

4 yrs. Coverage – New Vehicle Limited Warranty (4 years or 50,000 miles)

5 yrs. Access – Car-Net Remote Access

If you need VW parts or service, you can simply reach out to the VW service center at our Volkswagen dealer. Your Carefree Coverage will appear in our records, making the process simple and easy.

Ready to Step into Something Speedy? Set Up a Test Drive Today!

Now that you know what the all-new 2022 VW Golf GTI brings to the table, the next step is for you to set up a test drive so you can see this speed demon live and in person. It’s easily one of the top performers in the entire VW catalogue of vehicles.

Not in the market for a new vehicle? No problem!

There are plenty of used VW vehicles in your area, including prior iterations of the Golf GTI. Simply search the phrase “used cars near me” or “used car dealerships near me” to get started. That will bring back dealerships in your area that sell used cars. From there it’s a matter of filtering down the used vehicles to the make, model, and price range that suits your budget.