World premiere of the all-new electric ID.3 GTI: most powerful model in five decades of GTI history
GTI dynamics – thanks to a power output of 240 kW (326 PS), the ID.3 GTI accelerates to 100 km/h in 5.6 seconds and has an extremely high torque of 545 NmGTI technologies – adaptive DCC sports chassis, direct progressive steering, Launch Control and a new GTI mode are on board as standardGTI DNA – new front end with red horizontal stripe, new 20-inch Wörthersee wheels and the iconic colour Tornado Red are characteristic GTI insigniaGTI interior – premium sport seats and rear seats with “GTI” tartan check pattern, GTI instruments, red topstitching and sports steering wheel with red 12 o'clock marking all convey the genuine GTI feeling GTI all-rounder – high travel comfort, ranges of up to 601 km and a surprising amount of space make the ID.3 GTI the perfect everyday athlete
In the 50th year of GTI history, Volkswagen is presenting the first
50 years of driving pleasure, now electric: Volkswagen launches pre-sale of the ID. Polo GTI
Volkswagen is starting a new chapter in the 50-year history of the GTI: Pre-sale of the all-new ID. Polo GTI begins today, Wednesday. The first all-electric model with the GTI label brings the legendary GTI driving pleasure into the electric future: with spontaneous response, precise handling and a sporty, confident appearance. The 166 kW (226 PS) compact sports car is available with extensive standard equipment from 39,995 euros.
100-per-cent electric, 100-per-cent GTI: Volkswagen presents the all‑new electric ID. Polo GTI
GTI of a new era – the new ID. Polo GTI, the first all-electric model in the 50-year success story of the GTI, is making its debutGTI power for new small car – the 166 kW (226 PS) ID. Polo GTI accelerates to 100 km/h in 6.8 seconds and enables high cornering dynamicsGTI equipment designed for driving pleasure – the ID. Polo GTI comes as standard with an electronically controlled front axle differential lock, adaptive DCC chassis, 19-inch alloy wheels, premium sports seats and IQ.LIGHT LED matrix headlightsNew GTI driving profile – drive and
Volkswagen celebrates 50 years of GTI: world premiere of the electric ID. Polo GTI at the 24h Nürburgring
the debut of the original – Volkswagen is now unveiling the new ID. Polo GTI as the first electric GTI model in front of a large audienceThe challenge of the Nordschleife – three Golf GTI Clubsport 24h will take part in the classic endurance race in the ‘Green Hell’Highlight for all GTI fans – performance and GTI tradition will take centre stage at Volkswagen’s appearance at Germany’s largest motorsport event
It will be a race weekend all about the three legendary red letters: Volkswagen is celebrating 50 years of the GTI at the 24h Nürburgring (14-17 May 2026) – marking half a century of driving pleasure and motorsport passion. At the same time, the Volkswagen brand is opening a new chapter in the anniversary year and will unveil the new ID. Polo GTI in the unique atmosphere at
Golf GTI EDITION 50 – Volkswagen presents the most powerful production GTI
numerous design highlightsOptional GTI-Performance package with Performance chassis, 19-inch alloy wheels, Bridgestone Potenza Race semi-slick tyres and Akrapovič titanium exhaust system raises driving dynamics to a new levelGolf GTI EDITION 50 is the fastest Volkswagen production model on the Nordschleife trackWorld premiere for fans at the 24-hour race at the Nürburgring
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(((Golf GTI - Combined energy consumption: 7.3–7
Available to order now: The new Golf GTI EDITION 50 – the most powerful production model in the history of the GTI
highlightsOptional EDITION 50 GTI Performance package for even greater driving dynamics GTI stands for driving pleasure, dynamic performance and sportiness – and has done so for almost 50 years now, with more than 2.5 million vehicles produced worldwide
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
Golf GTI EDITION 50 is the fastest front‑wheel drive production model on the Nürburgring Nordschleife
With a lap time of 07:44.523 minutes, the Golf GTI EDITION 50 has beaten the previous record for front-wheel drive production vehicles Exceptional anniversary model with 239 kW (325 PS) is the most powerful and dynamically precise production Golf GTI
The Golf GTI EDITION 50 has set a new benchmark for Volkswagen in the compact segment: the 239 kW (325 PS) anniversary model is the fastest front-wheel drive production vehicle on the Nürburgring Nordschleife. The Golf GTI EDITION 50 – with racing driver and Volkswagen test and development driver Benjamin Leuchter at the wheel – took only 7:44.523 minutes to complete the 20.832-kilometre
The original turns 50 – Volkswagen celebrates five decades of GTI in 2026
the first Golf GTI turned the sports car world upside down with its dynamic performance and outstanding value for moneyMost powerful production Golf GTI – The anniversary model, Golf GTI EDITION 50, with 239 kW (325 PS), is already available to order in some European markets and will be delivered in 2026A step into the future – In 2026, Volkswagen will transfer the GTI idea into the world of electric mobility with the all-new ID. Polo GTIClassic events 2026 – The Golf GTI will be celebrated at the season opener at Rétromobile in Paris (28.01.–01.02.) and the Bremen Classic Motorshow (30.01.–01.02.)
It is the world’s most successful compact sports car: the Golf GTI. The original in