Volkswagen Golf (2023)

- The Volkswagen Golf lineup covers 85 trims for 2023.
- Output ranges from 50 hp in the base trim to 250 hp at the top of the range — a 200 hp spread.
- The quickest Volkswagen Golf reaches 60 mph in 6.2 seconds.
- The most efficient version returns 30.9 MPG combined.
- Body styles: Hatchback, Wagon, Minivan.
Trims & Specs
| Trim | Year | Power | 0–60 mph | Top speed | MPG (comb.) | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GTI Base | 2023 | 245 hp | 6.3s | 155 mph | 30.9 MPG | 1470 kg |
| 1.1 MT | — | 50 hp | 16.8s | — | — | 800 kg |
| 1.3 MT | — | 55 hp | 16.7s | — | — | 890 kg |
| 1.4 4MT | — | 60 hp | 16.1s | — | — | 1075 kg |
| 1.4 5MT | — | 60 hp | 16.1s | — | — | 1105 kg |
| 1.4 EuroIV MT | — | 75 hp | 15.6s | — | — | 1288 kg |
| 1.4 FSI MT | — | 90 hp | 12.9s | — | — | 1167 kg |
| 1.4 MT | — | 80 hp | 14.9s | — | — | 1340 kg |
| 1.4 TSI DSG | — | 122 hp | 9.8s | — | — | 1408 kg |
| 1.4 TSI MT | — | 122 hp | 9.8s | — | — | 1385 kg |
| 1.4i MT | — | 60 hp | 16.9s | — | — | 1190 kg |
| 1.5 AT | — | 70 hp | 15.2s | — | — | 830 kg |
| 1.5 MT | — | 70 hp | 14.7s | — | — | 800 kg |
| 1.6 16v AT | — | 102 hp | 13.7s | — | — | 1232 kg |
| 1.6 5MT | — | 72 hp | 13.5s | — | — | 900 kg |
| 1.6 8v AT | — | 102 hp | 13.9s | — | — | 1343 kg |
| 1.6 AT | — | 102 hp | 13.6s | — | — | 1394 kg |
| 1.6 D 4MT | — | 54 hp | 18.9s | — | — | 900 kg |
| 1.6 D 5MT | — | 54 hp | 18.7s | — | — | 900 kg |
| 1.6 D MT | — | 54 hp | 17s | — | — | 920 kg |
| 1.6 FSI MT | — | 115 hp | 11.8s | — | — | 1393 kg |
| 1.6 FSI Tiptronic | — | 115 hp | 12.5s | — | — | 1431 kg |
| 1.6 MT | — | 102 hp | 12.3s | — | — | 1340 kg |
| 1.6 TD MT | — | 60 hp | 17s | — | — | 982 kg |
| 1.6 Tiptronic | — | 102 hp | 13.5s | — | — | 1421 kg |
| 1.8 16v Kat MT | — | 129 hp | 9.1s | — | — | 950 kg |
| 1.8 16v MT | — | 139 hp | 8.2s | — | — | 930 kg |
| 1.8 4Motion MT | — | 125 hp | 10.4s | — | — | 1260 kg |
| 1.8 AT | — | 125 hp | 11.9s | — | — | 1304 kg |
| 1.8 G60 MT | — | 160 hp | 8.4s | — | — | 1077 kg |
| 1.8 GTI MT | — | 180 hp | 7.6s | — | — | 1203 kg |
| 1.8 Kat MT | — | 107 hp | 10.7s | — | — | 925 kg |
| 1.8 MT | — | 125 hp | 9.9s | — | — | 1270 kg |
| 1.8 Syncro MT | — | 90 hp | 14s | — | — | 1350 kg |
| 1.8T AT | — | 150 hp | 9.4s | — | — | 1233 kg |
| 1.8T MT | — | 150 hp | 8.5s | — | — | 1203 kg |
| 1.8T Tiptronic | — | 150 hp | 9.4s | — | — | 1255 kg |
| 1.8i AT | — | 90 hp | 13.2s | — | — | 940 kg |
| 1.9 D MT | — | 64 hp | 18.6s | — | — | 1235 kg |
| 1.9 SDI MT | — | 68 hp | 18.7s | — | — | 1351 kg |
| 1.9 TD MT | — | 75 hp | 15.9s | — | — | 1235 kg |
| 1.9 TDI 4Motion MT | — | 105 hp | 12.9s | — | — | 1549 kg |
| 1.9 TDI 5MT | — | 105 hp | 11.9s | — | — | 1470 kg |
| 1.9 TDI 6DSG | — | 105 hp | 12.2s | — | — | 1469 kg |
| 1.9 TDI 6MT | — | 105 hp | 11.7s | — | — | 1473 kg |
| 1.9 TDI 7DSG | — | 105 hp | 11.9s | — | — | 1451 kg |
| 1.9 TDI AT | — | 110 hp | 12.8s | — | — | 1310 kg |
| 1.9 TDI BlueMotion MT | — | 105 hp | 11.9s | — | — | 1432 kg |
| 1.9 TDI DPF MT | — | 105 hp | 11.9s | — | — | 1336 kg |
| 1.9 TDI DSG | — | 105 hp | 12.3s | — | — | 1489 kg |
| 1.9 TDI MT | — | 105 hp | 11.9s | — | — | 1340 kg |
| 1.9 TDI Syncro MT | — | 90 hp | 14.6s | — | — | 1425 kg |
| 1.9 TDI Tiptronic | — | 100 hp | 13.9s | — | — | 1454 kg |
| 2.0 4Motion MT | — | 115 hp | 12s | — | — | 1382 kg |
| 2.0 AT | — | 115 hp | 12.8s | — | — | 1374 kg |
| 2.0 Bi-Fuel MT | — | 115 hp | 11.7s | — | — | 1441 kg |
| 2.0 FSI AT | — | 150 hp | 9.5s | — | — | 1277 kg |
| 2.0 FSI MT | — | 150 hp | 9.5s | — | — | 1393 kg |
| 2.0 FSI Tiptronic | — | 150 hp | 9.9s | — | — | 1477 kg |
| 2.0 GTI 16v MT | — | 150 hp | 8.3s | — | — | 1270 kg |
| 2.0 GTI MT | — | 115 hp | 10.1s | — | — | 1270 kg |
| 2.0 MT | — | 115 hp | 11.4s | — | — | 1349 kg |
| 2.0 SDI MT | — | 75 hp | 16.7s | — | — | 1292 kg |
| 2.0 Syncro MT | — | 115 hp | 11.6s | — | — | 1365 kg |
| 2.0 TDI 4Motion MT | — | 140 hp | 9.5s | — | — | 1491 kg |
| 2.0 TDI DPF DSG | — | 140 hp | 9.7s | — | — | 1522 kg |
| 2.0 TDI DPF MT | — | 140 hp | 9.7s | — | — | 1501 kg |
| 2.0 TDI DSG | — | 140 hp | 9.7s | — | — | 1522 kg |
| 2.0 TDI MT | — | 140 hp | 9.7s | — | — | 1501 kg |
| 2.0 TSI DSG | — | 200 hp | 6.9s | — | — | 1422 kg |
| 2.0 TSI Edition 30 DSG | — | 230 hp | 6.6s | — | — | 1451 kg |
| 2.0 TSI Edition 30 MT | — | 230 hp | 6.8s | — | — | 1432 kg |
| 2.0 TSI MT | — | 200 hp | 7.2s | — | — | 1439 kg |
| 2.0 TSI Pirelli DSG | — | 230 hp | 6.6s | — | — | 1451 kg |
| 2.0 TSI Pirelli MT | — | 230 hp | 6.8s | — | — | 1432 kg |
| 2.3 4Motion MT | — | 150 hp | 9.8s | — | — | 1310 kg |
| 2.3 AT | — | 150 hp | 9.7s | — | — | 1267 kg |
| 2.3 MT | — | 150 hp | 8.8s | — | — | 1243 kg |
| 2.3 Tiptronic | — | 170 hp | 8.9s | — | — | 1293 kg |
| 2.8 4Motion MT | — | 204 hp | 7.1s | — | — | 1407 kg |
| 2.8 VR6 MT | — | 174 hp | 8.1s | — | — | 1455 kg |
| 2.9 VR6 MT | — | 190 hp | 7.9s | — | — | 1455 kg |
| 2.9 VR6 Syncro MT | — | 190 hp | 7.5s | — | — | 1410 kg |
| 3.2 VR6 4motion DSG | — | 250 hp | 6.2s | — | — | 1613 kg |
| 3.2 VR6 4motion MT | — | 250 hp | 6.5s | — | — | 1585 kg |
Volkswagen Golf Comparisons
Frequently Asked Questions
How much horsepower does the Volkswagen Golf have?
Volkswagen Golf horsepower ranges from 50 hp on the base trim to 250 hp on the top trim.
How fast is the Volkswagen Golf 0-60 mph?
The quickest Volkswagen Golf trim reaches 60 mph in 6.2 seconds; the slowest takes 18.9 seconds.
What is the top speed of the Volkswagen Golf?
The fastest Volkswagen Golf trim tops out at 155 mph.
What gas mileage does the Volkswagen Golf get?
The most efficient Volkswagen Golf trim returns 30.9 MPG combined.
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