Volkswagen Golf GTI bookings open in India, first batch sells out quickly

Volkswagen is set to bring the much-anticipated Golf GTI to India soon as a completely built unit (CBU).

Volkswagen is planning to bring back the Golf GTI to India soon as a completely built unit (CBU). Bookings for the performance-focused hatchback kicked off last week with a token amount of Rs 2.65 lakh for the initial batch. However, the first batch sold out quickly due to high demand, prompting Volkswagen to close bookings.

While Volkswagen hasn't yet announced whether more units of the Golf GTI will be available in India, the strong initial response may lead the automaker to expand its allocation for the market.

The price tag of the upcoming performance-oriented car is still under wraps, but if early estimates are anything to go by, the Golf GTI could fetch somewhere near Rs 50 lakh. Here’s a closer look at the upcoming hot hatch.

Volkswagen Golf GTI: Engine

The upcoming Volkswagen Golf GTI is powered by a 2.0-litre turbo-petrol engine that develops 261bhp of maximum power and 370Nm of peak torque, and is linked to a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission (DCT). The engine sprints the car from 0 to 100km/h in 5.9 seconds, and it attains an electronically limited top speed of 250km/h.

Volkswagen Golf GTI: Exterior and Interior

The new hot hatch from Volkswagen is sure to turn heads with its sharp, aggressive styling, featuring the iconic red GTI badges on the grille, tailgate, and front fenders. It boasts bold twin exhaust tips, star-shaped LED fog lamps, and striking twin-pod LED headlights, adding to its sportscar-like presence. Step inside, and you'll be greeted by an all-black theme with dynamic red accents, exuding a high-performance vibe throughout the cabin. The front sport seats, dressed in the distinctive Tartan upholstery in black and grey, keep comfort and style at the forefront. Tech-wise, the new performance-focused Golf GTI is equipped with a 12.9-inch touchscreen infotainment system, a 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster, a 3-zone automatic climate control system, wireless phone charging, ambient lighting with 30 colours, and a 7-speaker sound system. It has an advanced ADAS suite and seven airbags, among other safety features.