VW Golf GTI Clubsport S vs VW Golf GTI Clubsport
| Category | Golf GTI Clubsport | Golf GTI Clubsport S |
|---|---|---|
| Engine layout | 2.0 l R4 | 2.0 l R4 |
| Max power (ps / bhp) | 265 / 261 | 310 / 306 |
| Max torque (Nm / lb-ft) | 350 / 258 | 380 / 280 |
| Curb weight (kg / lb) | 1405 / 3097 | 1317 / 2903 |
| Power / tonne (ps / bhp) | 189 / 186 | 236 / 232 |
| Average price | €41,000 | €40,000 |
Lap Times
| Track | Golf GTI Clubsport | Golf GTI Clubsport S |
|---|---|---|
| Hockenheim Short | 1:14.00 | 1:12.60 |
| Sachsenring | 1:39.78 | 1:38.00 |
| Nürburgring Nordschleife | 8:07.00 | 7:47.19 |
Acceleration
| Speed & distance | Golf GTI Clubsport | Golf GTI Clubsport S |
|---|---|---|
| 0 - 40 kph | 2.0 s | 1.9 s |
| 0 - 50 kph | 2.6 s | 2.3 s |
| 0 - 100 kph | 5.7 s | 5.6 s |
| 0 - 130 kph | 8.4 s | 8.3 s |
| 0 - 160 kph | 12.6 s | 11.6 s |
| 0 - 200 kph | 19.6 s | 18.6 s |
| 0 - 250 kph | 52.0 s | 40.6 s |
| 1000 m | 24.8 s @ 214.7 kph | 24.7 s |
| Est. 1/8 mile | 10.0 s @ 86.4 mph | 9.8 s @ 88.2 mph |
| 1/4 mile | 13.9 s @ 107.2 mph | 13.6 s |
Rolling acceleration
| Speed | Golf GTI Clubsport | Golf GTI Clubsport S |
|---|---|---|
| 60 - 100 kph (4) | 4.2 s | 3.9 s |
| 60 - 100 kph (5) | 5.7 s | 5.5 s |
| 80 - 120 kph (4) | 4.1 s | 4.2 s |
| 80 - 120 kph (5) | 5.5 s | 5.1 s |
| 80 - 120 kph (6) | 7.0 s | 6.7 s |
| 80 - 160 kph (4) | 9.1 s | 9.0 s |
| 80 - 160 kph (5) | 12.9 s | 11.8 s |
| 80 - 160 kph (6) | 17.6 s | 15.0 s |
| Est. 100 - 200 kph | 15.2 s | 13.7 s |
General performance
| Category | Golf GTI Clubsport | Golf GTI Clubsport S |
|---|---|---|
| Top speed | 251 kph (156 mph) | 265 kph (165 mph) |
| Est. 0 - 100 mph - 0 | 20.9 s @ 1788 ft | 18.3 s @ 1549 ft |
| Est. max acceleration | 0.50 g (5 m/s²) | 0.55 g (5 m/s²) |
| 18m slalom | 71.9 kph (44.7 mph) | 71.4 kph (44.4 mph) |
| 36m slalom | 139.0 kph (86.4 mph) | 140.0 kph (87.0 mph) |
| Fuel economy | 7.8 l/100 km (30 mpg US / 36 UK) | 7.8 l/100 km (30 mpg US / 36 UK) |
| Downforce @ 200 kph | 15 kg (33 lbs) | 15 kg (33 lbs) |
| Measured power | 294 ps (290 bhp) | 322 ps (318 bhp) |
| Measured torque | 380 Nm (280 lb-ft) | 400 Nm (295 lb-ft) |
| 100 kph - 0 | 31 m (103 ft) | 31 m (100 ft) |
| 200 kph - 0 | 128 m (420 ft) | 116 m (381 ft) |
Summary
| Category | Golf GTI Clubsport | Golf GTI Clubsport S |
|---|---|---|
| Track Performance | 92 | 100 |
| Straight line speed | 84 | 100 |
| Overall | 89 | 100 |
Verdict
Golf GTI Clubsport S is the fastest by considerable margin.
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