DecodedCars2027 Volkswagen Golf/GTI
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2027 models.
- Class
- Midsize Cars
- Engines
- 2.0L 4-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Regular Gasoline, Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 28 combined · 25 city / 34 hwy
- Length
- –
- Curb weight
- –
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- AWD / 4WD available
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 28 MPG combined, 13% below the 2027 midsize car average of 32.3 MPG.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 4 similar 2027 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2027 Volkswagen Golf/GTI is a midsize car offered with a 2.0L 4-cyl turbo engine and front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 28 MPG combined (25 city / 34 highway), 13% worse than the 2027 midsize car average of 32.3 MPG, for an estimated $2,400 a year in fuel.
There are no recalls or owner complaints on file with NHTSA for this model year.
What changed for 2027
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2026 Golf/GTI — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2026; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2026 Golf/GTI →
Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Golf GTI | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM-S7) | Front-Wheel Drive | 25 / 34 / 28 | -13% | $2,400 | 317 |
| Golf R | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM-S7) | All-Wheel Drive | 23 / 31 / 26 | -20% | $3,150 | 347 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2027 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2027 Volkswagen Golf/GTI.
Similar 2027 midsize cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 Volkswagen Golf/GTI (this car) | 28 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2027 Toyota Prius | 55 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2027 Nissan Sentra | 33 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2027 Kia K4 | 33 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2027 Hyundai Ioniq 6 | 245 mi | Not rated | 0 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2027 Volkswagen Golf/GTI.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2027 Volkswagen Golf/GTI is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2027 Volkswagen Golf/GTI in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Other Golf/GTI years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Golf/GTI | 27 | 168.9 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 Golf/GTI | 27 | 168.9 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 Golf/GTI | 27 | 168.9 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 Golf/GTI | 28 | – | Not rated | 0 | 11 |
| 2022 Golf/GTI | 28 | – | Not rated | 0 | 81 |
| 2021 Golf/GTI | 33 | – | ★★★★★ | 1 | 7 |
| 2020 Golf/GTI | 32 | – | ★★★★★ | 2 | 6 |
| 2019 Golf/GTI | 32 | – | ★★★★★ | 6 | 63 |
| 2018 Golf/GTI | 29 | – | ★★★★★ | 6 | 29 |
| 2017 Golf/GTI | 29 | – | ★★★★★ | 5 | 117 |
| 2016 Golf/GTI | 29 | – | ★★★★★ | 9 | 85 |
| 2015 Golf/GTI | 35 | – | ★★★★★ | 12 | 131 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Volkswagen. How we calculate this →