Vehicle Profile
Volkswagen Golf GTI Mk5
2006–2009 · Hatchback · FWD
$21,990 USDOriginal MSRP (2006)original 2006 MSRP. This is a price reference, not a current market valuation or an offer for sale.
The generation widely credited with reviving the GTI's reputation, powered by a turbocharged 2.0-litre FSI four making 200 PS. Strong mid-range torque, available DSG and a well-sorted chassis brought genuine pace and polish back to Volkswagen's hot hatch after softer predecessors.
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- Horsepower
- 197 hp
- Torque
- 207 lb-ft
- 0–60 mph
- 6.7s
- Top Speed
- 146 mph
- ¼ Mile
- 15.2s
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Body Style
- Hatchback
- Years
- 2006–2009
- Original MSRP (2006)
- $21,990 USD
Sources & data notes
Catalog verification date (recorded): June 17, 2026. Recorded spec confidence: high.
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Performance positioning
Compared with 467 cars in the Wheelz catalog.
Top Speed146 mph
Horsepower197 hp
0-60 mph6.7s
Quarter Mile15.2s