Question 1

Which is faster, Volkswagen Golf 7 GTI or Volkswagen Golf 8 GTE?

Accepted Answer

The Volkswagen Golf 8 GTE 2021 is faster with a 13.60s quarter mile compared to 13.80s for the Volkswagen Golf 7 GTI 2018.

Question 2

What is the 0-60 difference between Golf 7 GTI and Golf 8 GTE?

Accepted Answer

The Volkswagen Golf 7 GTI 2018 does 0-60 mph in 6.20 seconds, while the Volkswagen Golf 8 GTE 2021 achieves it in 6.70 seconds. The Golf 7 GTI is quicker off the line.

Question 3

How do these cars compare when tuned?

Accepted Answer

Both the Golf 7 GTI and Golf 8 GTE respond well to modifications. Visit the individual car pages to see Stage 1 and Stage 2 performance data and how tuning affects this comparison.

Metric	Volkswagen Golf 7 GTI	Volkswagen Golf 8 GTE	Winner
1/4 Mile	13.80s	13.60s	Golf 8 GTE
0-60 MPH	6.20s	6.70s	Golf 7 GTI
0-100 KM/H	6.50s	6.90s	Golf 7 GTI
Trap Speed	163 km/h	163 km/h	Tie
Horsepower	230 HP	245 HP	Golf 8 GTE
Torque	350 Nm	400 Nm	Golf 8 GTE
Weight	1395 kg	1621 kg	Golf 7 GTI
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD	-

Volkswagen Golf 7 GTI 2018 vs Volkswagen Golf 8 GTE 2021

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