Engine Displacement: 1,984 cc (2.0L TSI)
The heart of the Golf GTI is the latest iteration of the EA888 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder engine. For the 2025-2026 model year (Mk8.5), Volkswagen has bumped the power output significantly. The engine features a sophisticated thermal management system and dual injection (direct and multi-point) to optimize performance across the rev range while maintaining Euro 6d / BS6 Phase 2 compliance.
Max Power & Torque: 265 PS / 370 Nm
In its latest "Refreshed" tune, the GTI now delivers 265 PS (up from 245 PS in earlier Mk8 versions) and a sustained 370 Nm of torque starting from as low as 1,600 rpm. This allows for a blistering 0-100 km/h sprint in just 5.9 seconds, firmly cementing its status as the benchmark "Hot Hatch."
