Golf GTI EDITION 50

Golf GTI EDITION 50 – the anniversary model

The anniversary model defines another milestone in the 50-year history of the successful compact sports car. With an output of 239 kW (325 PS), the Golf GTI EDITION 50 is the most powerful of all the Golf GTI built in series production to date. A top speed of 270 km/h also makes it the fastest production model of the Volkswagen brand. The Golf R alone also achieves this speed with an optional "R Performance Package". The technically and visually individualised Golf GTI EDITION 50 comes as standard with an adaptive DCC suspension, 19-inch wheels in exclusive paintwork, LED matrix light and a new seat design. The anniversary GTI will be offered in parallel with the classic Golf GTI with 195 kW (265 PS) and the Golf GTI Clubsport with 221 kW (300 PS).

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The original turns 50 – Volkswagen celebrates five decades of GTI in 2026

12/29/25

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The original turns 50 – Volkswagen celebrates five decades of GTI in 2026

It is the world’s most successful compact sports car: the Golf GTI. The original in its class. More than 2.5 million units have been produced to date. In 2026, the Golf GTI will turn 50 – and this will be celebrated with a variety of national and international classic events, the exclusive anniversary model Golf GTI EDITION 50, and the world premiere of the first all-electric GTI.

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Available to order now: The new Golf GTI EDITION 50 – the most powerful production model in the history of the GTI

10/28/25

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Available to order now: The new Golf GTI EDITION 50 – the most powerful production model in the history of the GTI

Volkswagen is celebrating the 50th anniversary of the GTI next year. An exclusive model is being launched in time for the anniversary: the Golf GTI EDITION 50. With an output of 239 kW (325 PS) and a torque of 420 Nm, it is the most powerful production GTI to date. The compact sports car reaches its top speed at 270 km/h. It accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in just 5.3 seconds. The anniversary model also impresses with outstanding driving dynamics and exclusive equipment details. The Golf GTI EDITION 50 can be ordered now, with prices starting at 54,540 euros.

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Golf GTI EDITION 50 – Volkswagen presents the most powerful production GTI

06/20/25

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Golf GTI EDITION 50 – Volkswagen presents the most powerful production GTI

It’s the highlight before the highlight: Volkswagen is presenting the new Golf GTI EDITION 50 at the 24-hour race at the Nürburgring. In 2026, the Golf GTI will celebrate its 50th anniversary, and the brand is marking this special event with this outstanding special model. With an output of 239 kW (325 PS), the Golf GTI EDITION 50 is going down in history as the most powerful production Golf GTI to date. Production of the exclusive special model is scheduled to start in Wolfsburg at the end of 2025 so the Golf GTI EDITION 50 can be delivered to customers promptly for the start of its anniversary year from the first quarter of 2026.

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The new Golf GTI EDITION 50 - International Media Drive

01/30/26

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The new Golf GTI EDITION 50 - International Media Drive

GTI anniversary. A tribute to the first Golf GTI of 1976: the new Golf GTI EDITION 50. The anniversary model marks another milestone in the 50-year history of the successful compact sports car. In fact, with an output of 239 kW (325 PS), the Golf GTI EDITION 50 is the most powerful of all the Golf GTI models from series production to date. A maximum speed of 270 km/h also makes it the fastest production model of the Volkswagen brand. Only the Golf R also achieves this speed with an optional R-Performance package. Pre-sales for the Golf GTI EDITION 50 have already started. The anniversary GTI is available alongside the classic Golf GTI with 195 kW (265 PS) and the Golf GTI Clubsport with 221 kW (300 PS).

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