VW Golf GTI Clubsport S vs VW Golf GTI Performance
| Category | Golf GTI Performance | Golf GTI Clubsport S |
|---|---|---|
| Engine layout | 2.0 l R4 | 2.0 l R4 |
| Max power (ps / bhp) | 245 / 242 | 310 / 306 |
| Max torque (Nm / lb-ft) | 370 / 273 | 380 / 280 |
| Curb weight (kg / lb) | 1397 / 3080 | 1317 / 2903 |
| Power / tonne (ps / bhp) | 175 / 173 | 236 / 232 |
| Average price | €35,000 | €40,000 |
Lap Times
| Track | Golf GTI Performance | Golf GTI Clubsport S |
|---|---|---|
| Hockenheim Short | 1:18.50 | 1:12.60 |
| Sachsenring | 1:43.56 | 1:38.00 |
Acceleration
| Speed & distance | Golf GTI Performance | Golf GTI Clubsport S |
|---|---|---|
| 0 - 40 kph | 2.3 s | 1.9 s |
| 0 - 50 kph | 2.6 s | 2.3 s |
| 0 - 100 kph | 6.2 s | 5.6 s |
| 0 - 130 kph | 9.4 s | 8.3 s |
| 0 - 160 kph | 13.8 s | 11.6 s |
| 0 - 200 kph | 22.5 s | 18.6 s |
| 0 - 60 mph | 5.7 s | 5.6 s |
| 0 - 100 mph | 13.8 s | 11.6 s |
| Est. 1/8 mile | 10.2 s @ 83.9 mph | 9.8 s @ 88.2 mph |
| 1/4 mile | 14.5 s | 13.6 s |
Rolling acceleration
| Speed | Golf GTI Performance | Golf GTI Clubsport S |
|---|---|---|
| 60 - 100 kph (4) | 4.9 s | 3.9 s |
| 60 - 100 kph (5) | 5.8 s | 5.5 s |
| 80 - 120 kph (4) | 5.4 s | 4.2 s |
| 80 - 120 kph (5) | 6.3 s | 5.1 s |
| 80 - 120 kph (6) | 7.6 s | 6.7 s |
| 80 - 160 kph (4) | 12.0 s | 9.0 s |
| 80 - 160 kph (5) | 14.8 s | 11.8 s |
| 80 - 160 kph (6) | 18.7 s | 15.0 s |
| Est. 100 - 200 kph | 17.1 s | 13.7 s |
General performance
| Category | Golf GTI Performance | Golf GTI Clubsport S |
|---|---|---|
| Top speed | 250 kph (155 mph) | 265 kph (165 mph) |
| Est. 0 - 100 mph - 0 | 22.1 s @ 1900 ft | 18.3 s @ 1549 ft |
| Est. max acceleration | 0.49 g (5 m/s²) | 0.55 g (5 m/s²) |
| 18m slalom | 70.1 kph (43.6 mph) | 71.4 kph (44.4 mph) |
| Fuel economy | 6.6 l/100 km (36 mpg US / 43 UK) | 7.8 l/100 km (30 mpg US / 36 UK) |
| 100 kph - 0 | 33 m (110 ft) | 31 m (100 ft) |
| 200 kph - 0 | 140 m (460 ft) | 116 m (381 ft) |
Summary
| Category | Golf GTI Performance | Golf GTI Clubsport S |
|---|---|---|
| Track Performance | 82 | 100 |
| Straight line speed | 71 | 100 |
| Overall | 78 | 100 |
Verdict
Golf GTI Clubsport S is the fastest by a huge margin.
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