2011 Volkswagen GTI – Review, Specs, Configurations, Prices, and Interior

2011 Volkswagen GTI

MSRP: $23,695 - $29,825
4.15

Reliability

2.5/5

Safety

4.9/5

Interior

4.6/5

Performance

4.5/5

Strengths

  • It has an impressive quality of interior.
  • It has a magnificent fuel economy.
  • For racing fans, it has optimum efficiency.
  • It has outstanding safety ratings.
  • It has a roomy cabin.

Weaknesses

  • It has failures in Reverse Gear commonly.
  • It has noise in models for manual transmission.

Review 

The 2011 Volkswagen GTI put together performance, fuel economy, driving pleasure, and hatchback versatility in the understated exterior and beautifully polished interior makes it an excellent car. Due to the low price, other improvements are mainly targeted or in other words compromised. Moreover, if you want anything in the Autobahn box, such as the Dynaudio sound system, you have to get another option. Rear-seat side airbags are still no longer offered and are not ideal for bringing kids around anyway.

A turbocharged 2-liter four-cylinder engine produces 200 hp and 207 lb-ft of torque in a broader range than anything in its size. A 6-speed manual or 6-speed dual-clutch transmission is the only option for mechanics. The GTI gets more excellent fuel economy and is less pricey than all rivals referred to as the Genesis Coupe. The 2011 VW GTI has a smaller rear seat and trunk seat compared to its competitor. Tight suspension, rubber-band tires, wide wheels, and stout braking are built-in.

More details regarding the Features, Configurations, and Interior are described in the sections below. If you want to know about the 2012 Volkswagen GTI, then click our post.

Specs and Features

Engine2.0L I-4
Seating5 Passengers
Power200 @ 5100 rpm
Transmission6-speed manual
MPG21 City / 31 Hwy
DrivetrainFront-wheel Drive
2011 Volkswagen GTI Specs and Features

Price

The MSRP of the 2011 Volkswagen GTI is $23,695 – $29,825.

What’s Newly Include in 2011 

The new upgrades in the 2011 Volkswagen GTI include the following features:

  • There are no significant changes, but there are some technicals upgrades like: 
  1. New audio.
  2. Navigation. 
  3. Bluetooth with audio streaming.
  4. The phonebook download.
  5. New smart key system.

2011 Volkswagen GTI Configurations

The different configurations of the 2011 Volkswagen GTI are the following:

1. 2-Door

Price: The MSRP of the 2-Door trim is $23,695.

Specs and Features: It comes with a 2.0L I-4 Engine, 6-spd man w/OD Transmission, 200 @ 5,100 rpm Horsepower, 207 @ 1,800 rpm Torque, front-wheel-drive type, ABS and driveline Traction control, 18″ silver aluminum wheels, front air conditioning, Climatic manual, driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback heated front seats, SIRIUS AM/FM/Satellite, seek-scan radio, key fob (all doors) remote keyless entry, front fog/driving lights, heated mirrors, premium cloth seat trim, driver and passenger lumbar support.

2. 4-Door

Price: The MSRP of the 4-Door trim is $24,295.

Specs and Features: It comes with2.0L I-4 Engine, 6-spd man w/OD Transmission, 200 @ 5,100 rpm Horsepower, 207 @ 1,800 rpm Torque, front-wheel-drive type, ABS and driveline Traction control, 18″ silver aluminum wheels, front air conditioning, Climatic manual, driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback heated front seats, SIRIUS AM/FM/Satellite, seek-scan radio, key fob (all doors) remote keyless entry, front fog/driving lights, heated mirrors, premium cloth seat trim, driver and passenger lumbar support.

3. 2-Door Autobahn

Price: The MSRP of the 2-Door Autobahn trim is $29,225.

Specs and Features: It comes with 1st row regular express open/close sliding and tilting glass Sunroof, 1st row LCD monitor, leather seat trim, and navigation system.

4. 4-Door Autobahn

Price: The MSRP of the 4-Door Autobahn trim is $29,825.

Specs and Features: It comes with a 2.0L I-4 Engine, 6-spd man w/OD Transmission, 200 @ 5,100 rpm Horsepower, 207 @ 1,800 rpm Torque, front-wheel-drive type, ABS and driveline Traction control,18″ silver aluminum wheels, front air conditioning, Climatic manual, driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback heated front seats, SIRIUS AM/FM/Satellite, seek-scan radio, key fob (all doors) remote keyless entry, front fog/driving lights, heated mirrors, premium cloth seat trim, driver and passenger lumbar support.

2011 VW GTI Configuration
2011 VW GTI Configuration

Which is the best 2011 Volkswagen GTI model?

The best 2011 VW GTI model is the 2-Door 2dr Hatchback as it is the least expensive among all the trim available in the 2011 Volkswagen GTI model, starting at $23,695. It offers excellent features such that 200-hp, 2.0-liter I-4 (premium), 6-speed manual w/OD, front-wheel-drive, 6 Exterior with the five-passenger capacity.

2011 Volkswagen GTI Interior

What is the seating capacity/ Child car seats/ Cargo Space

The 2011 VW GTI has a comfy seating capacity of five passengers. Also, it has  15.1 cubic feet and 14.7 cubic feet cargo capacity in the two-door and four-door models, respectively. For a 6-foot driver and a shorter passenger, the front seats are adjusted. In the second row, the three child seats are set. In the two-door model, the GTI has 15.1 cubic feet of cargo space. In the four-door model, the cargo capacity is a little less: 14.7 cubic feet. The rear seats fold to improve the area, but they can’t be folded flat, which reduces storage options.

Interior Quality

A spacious interior is paired with the GTI’s likable driving character. When it was new, the GTI was applauded by critics for its big front and rear seats and decent room for cargo. Some also said that the cabin is so well-made that it will not be out of place in a more luxurious car than the GTI.

Infotainment, Bluetooth, and Navigation

The GTI comes loaded with eight-speaker audio, a USB connector, Bluetooth with audio streaming and phonebook download, 18-inch wheels, and satellite radio as standard. A powered sunroof, leather seats, navigation, and an improved radio are included in higher models and option packages.

2011 VW GTI Interior
2011 VW GTI Interior

Should I Buy a 2011 Volkswagen GTI?

Yes, you should, as the GTI is probably the more potent car. It’s more spacious, more convenient, has cheaper components, a more modern engine, is more straightforward to manage, has a higher gas economy, and is more reliable than the other model. The intense output is provided by its 2.0-liter turbocharged engine. The GTI, which is perfect for the class, gets up to 24/33 mpg city/highway. A spacious interior is associated with the GTI’s likable driving character.

You may also Ask for

What is a 2011 VW GTI worth?

The 2011 Volkswagen Golf GTI pricing ranges between $2,074-$8,394.

Is a 2011 VW GTI a reliable car?

The 2011 Volkswagen GTI zooms past all competitors with delightful driving dynamics, a well-constructed interior, and outstanding safety ratings.

How many miles can the 2011 VW GTI last?

The 2011 VW GTI could last more than 100k miles, but there is no proper way to determine the actual value. It depends on how you take care of it.

For more information about the latest Volkswagen GTI, kindly visit the Official Website.

Bilal Ibrahim

Bilal Ibrahim is an automotive engineer, graduated from NED University of Engineering and Technology.