First Drive | 2015 Volkswagen GTI SE

SPEC SHEET

VEHICLE
Year / Make / Model: 2015 Volkswagen GTI SE w/ Performance Package
MSRP: $27,395
As TestedL $29,995
Driveline Layout: Front-engine, Front-wheel Drive
Vehicle Weight: 3,086 lbs
Weight Bias (F/R): 61/39
Redline RPM: 6,800 RPM
Fuel Capacity: 14.5 gal
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined/City/Hwy): 28MPG, 25MPG, 33MPG (Combined, City, Hwy)
EPA Cargo Volume: 15.2 cu-ft.
Warranty: 3-years/36,000 miles

ENGINE INFORMATION
Engine Code: EA888
Engine Design: Inline Four, Turbocharged and Intercooled
Displacement (cc): 1,984cc
Bore & Stroke (mm): 82.5mm x 92.7mm
Compression Ratio: 9.6:1
Peak Horsepower (@ RPM): 234.05 @ 4,600 RPM
Peak Torque (@ RPM): 270.83 lb-ft @ 2,900 RPM
Dyno Type: Dynojet 424xLC2
Fuel Delivery System: Direct Injection

CHASSIS/DRIVELINE
Suspension (Front): Strut-type with Lower Control Arms, Coil Springs, Telescopic Dampers, 24mm Anti-roll Bar
Suspension (Rear): Multilink with Coil Springs, Telescopic Dampers, 20mm Anti-roll Bar
Transmission: 6-speed DSG Automatic Transmission with Tiptronic and Sport Mode
Transmission Gearing: 2.92, 1.79, 1.14, 0.78, 0.80, 3.26(R)
Final Drive: 4.77:1
Differentials: Torsen Limited Slip-Differential
Wheels (Make, Size & Offset): 18×7.5-inch Aluminum Alloy
Tires (Make & Size): 225/40R18H Bridgestone Potenza S001
Brake Calipers (F&R): Single Piston (F&R)
Brake Rotors (Diameter, F&R): 13.4-in Vented Disc (F), 12.2-in Vented Disc (R)

INTERIOR
Seats: Front Leather Sport Seats with Red Stitching
Seating Capacity: 5 Adults
Steering Wheel: Multi-function Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel
Instrumentation: Color Multi-function Trip Computer with Trip Time, Length, Speed, Fuel Consumption
Audio/Video/Navigation: Bluetooth, Rearview Camera, Media Device Interface (MDI) with iPod Cable, 5.8-inch Color Display with HD Radio and Fender Premium Audio System with 8 Speakers and Subwoofer

EXTERIOR
Lighting: Automatic Headlights, LED Fog Lights, Ambient Door Trim Accent Lighting
Technology: Keyless Access with Push-Button Start, Rearview Camera, Rain-sensing Variable Windshield Wipers