Volkswagen Golf GTI Edition 50 Specifications Revealed

Volkswagen has revealed the specifications of the Golf GTI Edition 50. The special-edition model has been rolled out to celebrate the 50th anniversary (due in 2026) of the GTI badge, which was introduced with the Golf GTI in 1975. Volkswagen, however, is yet to specify how many units of the hatchback will be offered on sale. Featuring a retuned version of the 2.0-litre engine, this version of the Golf is the fastest and most powerful GTI model to date. Volkswagen has stated that production of the car will only start by the end of the year, with deliveries scheduled to commence at the start of 2026.

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The Golf GTI Edition 50 features a modified version of the 2.0-litre engine in the Golf GTI Clubsport

While featuring the same 2.0-litre turbocharged engine as the Golf GTI Clubsport, the power output has been bumped up to 321 bhp and 420 Nm, up by 25 bhp and 20 Nm of torque. The engine is mated to a seven-speed automatic dual-clutch gearbox. The 0 to 100 sprint for the hatchback is achieved in 5.5 seconds. As reported earlier, the Golf GTI Edition 50 has earned the title of the fastest Volkswagen-badged vehicle to lap the track, completing the 20.8-kilometre Nordschleife in 07:46.13 minutes.

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Courtesy of tweaked suspension, the ride height of this version is 15 mm lower than the standard Golf

Volkswagen however, is also offering an optional GTI-Performance package with the hatchback, While the ride height of this edition is already 15 mm lower than the standard Golf, the package lowers the ride height by an additional 5 mm. In addition to revised suspension, the package also includes 235 Potenza Race semi-slick tyres from Bridgestone on 19-inch Warmenau forged wheels as well as an Akrapovič titanium exhaust system that saves a further 11 kg. The package also includes revised software for progressive steering and standard adaptive chassis control (DCC).

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Furthermore, the new model also comes with Golf GTI Edition 50 badging on the outside, a special trim on the door sills, a roof with black paintwork, black exterior mirror housings and black tailpipe trims on the exhaust system. On the inside, the car gets special patterning for the seats which include Racing Green stripes in addition to red seatbelts.