2008 Volkswagen GTI Specs

2008 Volkswagen GTI Specs
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Specs

Research 2008 Volkswagen GTI specs for the trims available. Choose the desired trim / style from the dropdown list to see the corresponding specs.

PZEV 2dr Hatchback 6M

Drive Train Specs

Drive Type	F
4WD Drive Type	-

Seating

Standard Seating	5
Max Seating	5
Rows	2

Hauling

Max Payload	968	lbs
Towing Capacity	-
Max Towing Capacity	-

Angling

Angle of Approach	-
Angle of Departure	-
Breakover Angle	-

Gas

Tank 1	14.5	gal
Tank 2	-

Vehicle Weight

Weight Rating	4068
Weight Range	-
Curb Weight	3100	lbs
Combined Weight Rating	-

Suspension

Front brake diameter	12.3
Front brake type	ventilated disc
Front brake width	1.0
Rear brake diameter	11.3
Rear brake type	disc
Rear brake width	0.5

Brake

Front brake diameter	12.3
Front brake type	ventilated disc
Front brake width	1.0
Rear brake diameter	11.3
Rear brake type	disc
Rear brake width	0.5

Handling

Aerodynamic Drag	0.32
Turning Diameter	35.8	ft
Braking Distance	-
Acceleration	-
Acceleration 0-100	-

Base 2dr Hatchback 6M

Drive Train Specs

Drive Type	F
4WD Drive Type	-

Seating

Standard Seating	5
Max Seating	5
Rows	2

Hauling

Max Payload	968	lbs
Towing Capacity	-
Max Towing Capacity	-

Angling

Angle of Approach	-
Angle of Departure	-
Breakover Angle	-

Gas

Tank 1	14.5	gal
Tank 2	-

Vehicle Weight

Weight Rating	4068
Weight Range	-
Curb Weight	3100	lbs
Combined Weight Rating	-

Suspension

Front brake diameter	12.3
Front brake type	ventilated disc
Front brake width	1.0
Rear brake diameter	11.3
Rear brake type	disc
Rear brake width	0.5

Brake

Front brake diameter	12.3
Front brake type	ventilated disc
Front brake width	1.0
Rear brake diameter	11.3
Rear brake type	disc
Rear brake width	0.5

Handling

Aerodynamic Drag	0.32
Turning Diameter	35.8	ft
Braking Distance	-
Acceleration	-
Acceleration 0-100	-

Base 2dr Hatchback 6M (ends mid-May 08)

Drive Train Specs

Drive Type	F
4WD Drive Type	-

Seating

Standard Seating	5
Max Seating	5
Rows	2

Hauling

Max Payload	968	lbs
Towing Capacity	-
Max Towing Capacity	-

Angling

Angle of Approach	-
Angle of Departure	-
Breakover Angle	-

Gas

Tank 1	14.5	gal
Tank 2	-

Vehicle Weight

Weight Rating	4068
Weight Range	-
Curb Weight	3100	lbs
Combined Weight Rating	-

Suspension

Front brake diameter	12.3
Front brake type	ventilated disc
Front brake width	1.0
Rear brake diameter	11.3
Rear brake type	disc
Rear brake width	0.5

Brake

Front brake diameter	12.3
Front brake type	ventilated disc
Front brake width	1.0
Rear brake diameter	11.3
Rear brake type	disc
Rear brake width	0.5

Handling

Aerodynamic Drag	0.32
Turning Diameter	35.8	ft
Braking Distance	-
Acceleration	-
Acceleration 0-100	-

PZEV 2dr Hatchback 6A

Drive Train Specs

Drive Type	F
4WD Drive Type	-

Seating

Standard Seating	5
Max Seating	5
Rows	2

Hauling

Max Payload	961	lbs
Towing Capacity	-
Max Towing Capacity	-

Angling

Angle of Approach	-
Angle of Departure	-
Breakover Angle	-

Gas

Tank 1	14.5	gal
Tank 2	-

Vehicle Weight

Weight Rating	4112
Weight Range	-
Curb Weight	3151	lbs
Combined Weight Rating	-

Suspension

Front brake diameter	12.3
Front brake type	ventilated disc
Front brake width	1.0
Rear brake diameter	11.3
Rear brake type	disc
Rear brake width	0.5

Brake

Front brake diameter	12.3
Front brake type	ventilated disc
Front brake width	1.0
Rear brake diameter	11.3
Rear brake type	disc
Rear brake width	0.5

Handling

Aerodynamic Drag	0.32
Turning Diameter	35.8	ft
Braking Distance	-
Acceleration	-
Acceleration 0-100	-

Base 2dr Hatchback 6A (ends mid-May 08)

Drive Train Specs

Drive Type	F
4WD Drive Type	-

Seating

Standard Seating	5
Max Seating	5
Rows	2

Hauling

Max Payload	961	lbs
Towing Capacity	-
Max Towing Capacity	-

Angling

Angle of Approach	-
Angle of Departure	-
Breakover Angle	-

Gas

Tank 1	14.5	gal
Tank 2	-

Vehicle Weight

Weight Rating	4112
Weight Range	-
Curb Weight	3151	lbs
Combined Weight Rating	-

Suspension

Front brake diameter	12.3
Front brake type	ventilated disc
Front brake width	1.0
Rear brake diameter	11.3
Rear brake type	disc
Rear brake width	0.5

Brake

Front brake diameter	12.3
Front brake type	ventilated disc
Front brake width	1.0
Rear brake diameter	11.3
Rear brake type	disc
Rear brake width	0.5

Handling

Aerodynamic Drag	0.32
Turning Diameter	35.8	ft
Braking Distance	-
Acceleration	-
Acceleration 0-100	-

Base 2dr Hatchback 6A

Drive Train Specs

Drive Type	F
4WD Drive Type	-

Seating

Standard Seating	5
Max Seating	5
Rows	2

Hauling

Max Payload	961	lbs
Towing Capacity	-
Max Towing Capacity	-

Angling

Angle of Approach	-
Angle of Departure	-
Breakover Angle	-

Gas

Tank 1	14.5	gal
Tank 2	-

Vehicle Weight

Weight Rating	4112
Weight Range	-
Curb Weight	3151	lbs
Combined Weight Rating	-

Suspension

Front brake diameter	12.3
Front brake type	ventilated disc
Front brake width	1.0
Rear brake diameter	11.3
Rear brake type	disc
Rear brake width	0.5

Brake

Front brake diameter	12.3
Front brake type	ventilated disc
Front brake width	1.0
Rear brake diameter	11.3
Rear brake type	disc
Rear brake width	0.5

Handling

Aerodynamic Drag	0.32
Turning Diameter	35.8	ft
Braking Distance	-
Acceleration	-
Acceleration 0-100	-

PZEV 4dr Hatchback 6M

Drive Train Specs

Drive Type	F
4WD Drive Type	-

Seating

Standard Seating	5
Max Seating	5
Rows	2

Hauling

Max Payload	992	lbs
Towing Capacity	-
Max Towing Capacity	-

Angling

Angle of Approach	-
Angle of Departure	-
Breakover Angle	-

Gas

Tank 1	14.5	gal
Tank 2	-

Vehicle Weight

Weight Rating	4154
Weight Range	-
Curb Weight	3162	lbs
Combined Weight Rating	-

Suspension

Front brake diameter	12.3
Front brake type	ventilated disc
Front brake width	1.0
Rear brake diameter	11.3
Rear brake type	disc
Rear brake width	0.5

Brake

Front brake diameter	12.3
Front brake type	ventilated disc
Front brake width	1.0
Rear brake diameter	11.3
Rear brake type	disc
Rear brake width	0.5

Handling

Aerodynamic Drag	0.32
Turning Diameter	35.8	ft
Braking Distance	-
Acceleration	-
Acceleration 0-100	-

PZEV 4dr Hatchback 6M w/Rear Side Airbags

Drive Train Specs

Drive Type	F
4WD Drive Type	-

Seating

Standard Seating	5
Max Seating	5
Rows	2

Hauling

Max Payload	992	lbs
Towing Capacity	-
Max Towing Capacity	-

Angling

Angle of Approach	-
Angle of Departure	-
Breakover Angle	-

Gas

Tank 1	14.5	gal
Tank 2	-

Vehicle Weight

Weight Rating	4154
Weight Range	-
Curb Weight	3162	lbs
Combined Weight Rating	-

Suspension

Front brake diameter	12.3
Front brake type	ventilated disc
Front brake width	1.0
Rear brake diameter	11.3
Rear brake type	disc
Rear brake width	0.5

Brake

Front brake diameter	12.3
Front brake type	ventilated disc
Front brake width	1.0
Rear brake diameter	11.3
Rear brake type	disc
Rear brake width	0.5

Handling

Aerodynamic Drag	0.32
Turning Diameter	35.8	ft
Braking Distance	-
Acceleration	-
Acceleration 0-100	-

Base 4dr Hatchback 6M (ends mid-May 08)

Drive Train Specs

Drive Type	F
4WD Drive Type	-

Seating

Standard Seating	5
Max Seating	5
Rows	2

Hauling

Max Payload	992	lbs
Towing Capacity	-
Max Towing Capacity	-

Angling

Angle of Approach	-
Angle of Departure	-
Breakover Angle	-

Gas

Tank 1	14.5	gal
Tank 2	-

Vehicle Weight

Weight Rating	4154
Weight Range	-
Curb Weight	3162	lbs
Combined Weight Rating	-

Suspension

Front brake diameter	12.3
Front brake type	ventilated disc
Front brake width	1.0
Rear brake diameter	11.3
Rear brake type	disc
Rear brake width	0.5

Brake

Front brake diameter	12.3
Front brake type	ventilated disc
Front brake width	1.0
Rear brake diameter	11.3
Rear brake type	disc
Rear brake width	0.5

Handling

Aerodynamic Drag	0.32
Turning Diameter	35.8	ft
Braking Distance	-
Acceleration	-
Acceleration 0-100	-

Base 4dr Hatchback 6M

Drive Train Specs

Drive Type	F
4WD Drive Type	-

Seating

Standard Seating	5
Max Seating	5
Rows	2

Hauling

Max Payload	992	lbs
Towing Capacity	-
Max Towing Capacity	-

Angling

Angle of Approach	-
Angle of Departure	-
Breakover Angle	-

Gas

Tank 1	14.5	gal
Tank 2	-

Vehicle Weight

Weight Rating	4154
Weight Range	-
Curb Weight	3162	lbs
Combined Weight Rating	-

Suspension

Front brake diameter	12.3
Front brake type	ventilated disc
Front brake width	1.0
Rear brake diameter	11.3
Rear brake type	disc
Rear brake width	0.5

Brake

Front brake diameter	12.3
Front brake type	ventilated disc
Front brake width	1.0
Rear brake diameter	11.3
Rear brake type	disc
Rear brake width	0.5

Handling

Aerodynamic Drag	0.32
Turning Diameter	35.8	ft
Braking Distance	-
Acceleration	-
Acceleration 0-100	-

Base 4dr Hatchback 6M (ends mid-May 08) w/Rear Side Airbags

Drive Train Specs

Drive Type	F
4WD Drive Type	-

Seating

Standard Seating	5
Max Seating	5
Rows	2

Hauling

Max Payload	992	lbs
Towing Capacity	-
Max Towing Capacity	-

Angling

Angle of Approach	-
Angle of Departure	-
Breakover Angle	-

Gas

Tank 1	14.5	gal
Tank 2	-

Vehicle Weight

Weight Rating	4154
Weight Range	-
Curb Weight	3162	lbs
Combined Weight Rating	-

Suspension

Front brake diameter	12.3
Front brake type	ventilated disc
Front brake width	1.0
Rear brake diameter	11.3
Rear brake type	disc
Rear brake width	0.5

Brake

Front brake diameter	12.3
Front brake type	ventilated disc
Front brake width	1.0
Rear brake diameter	11.3
Rear brake type	disc
Rear brake width	0.5

Handling

Aerodynamic Drag	0.32
Turning Diameter	35.8	ft
Braking Distance	-
Acceleration	-
Acceleration 0-100	-

Base 4dr Hatchback 6M w/Rear Side Airbags

Drive Train Specs

Drive Type	F
4WD Drive Type	-

Seating

Standard Seating	5
Max Seating	5
Rows	2

Hauling

Max Payload	992	lbs
Towing Capacity	-
Max Towing Capacity	-

Angling

Angle of Approach	-
Angle of Departure	-
Breakover Angle	-

Gas

Tank 1	14.5	gal
Tank 2	-

Vehicle Weight

Weight Rating	4154
Weight Range	-
Curb Weight	3162	lbs
Combined Weight Rating	-

Suspension

Front brake diameter	12.3
Front brake type	ventilated disc
Front brake width	1.0
Rear brake diameter	11.3
Rear brake type	disc
Rear brake width	0.5

Brake

Front brake diameter	12.3
Front brake type	ventilated disc
Front brake width	1.0
Rear brake diameter	11.3
Rear brake type	disc
Rear brake width	0.5

Handling

Aerodynamic Drag	0.32
Turning Diameter	35.8	ft
Braking Distance	-
Acceleration	-
Acceleration 0-100	-

PZEV 4dr Hatchback 6A

Drive Train Specs

Drive Type	F
4WD Drive Type	-

Seating

Standard Seating	5
Max Seating	5
Rows	2

Hauling

Max Payload	986	lbs
Towing Capacity	-
Max Towing Capacity	-

Angling

Angle of Approach	-
Angle of Departure	-
Breakover Angle	-

Gas

Tank 1	14.5	gal
Tank 2	-

Vehicle Weight

Weight Rating	4199
Weight Range	-
Curb Weight	3213	lbs
Combined Weight Rating	-

Suspension

Front brake diameter	12.3
Front brake type	ventilated disc
Front brake width	1.0
Rear brake diameter	11.3
Rear brake type	disc
Rear brake width	0.5

Brake

Front brake diameter	12.3
Front brake type	ventilated disc
Front brake width	1.0
Rear brake diameter	11.3
Rear brake type	disc
Rear brake width	0.5

Handling

Aerodynamic Drag	0.32
Turning Diameter	35.8	ft
Braking Distance	-
Acceleration	-
Acceleration 0-100	-

PZEV 4dr Hatchback 6A w/Rear Side Airbags

Drive Train Specs

Drive Type	F
4WD Drive Type	-

Seating

Standard Seating	5
Max Seating	5
Rows	2

Hauling

Max Payload	986	lbs
Towing Capacity	-
Max Towing Capacity	-

Angling

Angle of Approach	-
Angle of Departure	-
Breakover Angle	-

Gas

Tank 1	14.5	gal
Tank 2	-

Vehicle Weight

Weight Rating	4199
Weight Range	-
Curb Weight	3213	lbs
Combined Weight Rating	-

Suspension

Front brake diameter	12.3
Front brake type	ventilated disc
Front brake width	1.0
Rear brake diameter	11.3
Rear brake type	disc
Rear brake width	0.5

Brake

Front brake diameter	12.3
Front brake type	ventilated disc
Front brake width	1.0
Rear brake diameter	11.3
Rear brake type	disc
Rear brake width	0.5

Handling

Aerodynamic Drag	0.32
Turning Diameter	35.8	ft
Braking Distance	-
Acceleration	-
Acceleration 0-100	-

Base 4dr Hatchback 6A (ends mid-May 08)

Drive Train Specs

Drive Type	F
4WD Drive Type	-

Seating

Standard Seating	5
Max Seating	5
Rows	2

Hauling

Max Payload	986	lbs
Towing Capacity	-
Max Towing Capacity	-

Angling

Angle of Approach	-
Angle of Departure	-
Breakover Angle	-

Gas

Tank 1	14.5	gal
Tank 2	-

Vehicle Weight

Weight Rating	4199
Weight Range	-
Curb Weight	3213	lbs
Combined Weight Rating	-

Suspension

Front brake diameter	12.3
Front brake type	ventilated disc
Front brake width	1.0
Rear brake diameter	11.3
Rear brake type	disc
Rear brake width	0.5

Brake

Front brake diameter	12.3
Front brake type	ventilated disc
Front brake width	1.0
Rear brake diameter	11.3
Rear brake type	disc
Rear brake width	0.5

Handling

Aerodynamic Drag	0.32
Turning Diameter	35.8	ft
Braking Distance	-
Acceleration	-
Acceleration 0-100	-

Base 4dr Hatchback 6A

Drive Train Specs

Drive Type	F
4WD Drive Type	-

Seating

Standard Seating	5
Max Seating	5
Rows	2

Hauling

Max Payload	986	lbs
Towing Capacity	-
Max Towing Capacity	-

Angling

Angle of Approach	-
Angle of Departure	-
Breakover Angle	-

Gas

Tank 1	14.5	gal
Tank 2	-

Vehicle Weight

Weight Rating	4199
Weight Range	-
Curb Weight	3213	lbs
Combined Weight Rating	-

Suspension

Front brake diameter	12.3
Front brake type	ventilated disc
Front brake width	1.0
Rear brake diameter	11.3
Rear brake type	disc
Rear brake width	0.5

Brake

Front brake diameter	12.3
Front brake type	ventilated disc
Front brake width	1.0
Rear brake diameter	11.3
Rear brake type	disc
Rear brake width	0.5

Handling

Aerodynamic Drag	0.32
Turning Diameter	35.8	ft
Braking Distance	-
Acceleration	-
Acceleration 0-100	-

Base 4dr Hatchback 6A (ends mid-May 08) w/Rear Side Airbags

Drive Train Specs

Drive Type	F
4WD Drive Type	-

Seating

Standard Seating	5
Max Seating	5
Rows	2

Hauling

Max Payload	986	lbs
Towing Capacity	-
Max Towing Capacity	-

Angling

Angle of Approach	-
Angle of Departure	-
Breakover Angle	-

Gas

Tank 1	14.5	gal
Tank 2	-

Vehicle Weight

Weight Rating	4199
Weight Range	-
Curb Weight	3213	lbs
Combined Weight Rating	-

Suspension

Front brake diameter	12.3
Front brake type	ventilated disc
Front brake width	1.0
Rear brake diameter	11.3
Rear brake type	disc
Rear brake width	0.5

Brake

Front brake diameter	12.3
Front brake type	ventilated disc
Front brake width	1.0
Rear brake diameter	11.3
Rear brake type	disc
Rear brake width	0.5

Handling

Aerodynamic Drag	0.32
Turning Diameter	35.8	ft
Braking Distance	-
Acceleration	-
Acceleration 0-100	-

Base 4dr Hatchback 6A w/Rear Side Airbags

Drive Train Specs

Drive Type	F
4WD Drive Type	-

Seating

Standard Seating	5
Max Seating	5
Rows	2

Hauling

Max Payload	986	lbs
Towing Capacity	-
Max Towing Capacity	-

Angling

Angle of Approach	-
Angle of Departure	-
Breakover Angle	-

Gas

Tank 1	14.5	gal
Tank 2	-

Vehicle Weight

Weight Rating	4199
Weight Range	-
Curb Weight	3213	lbs
Combined Weight Rating	-

Suspension

Front brake diameter	12.3
Front brake type	ventilated disc
Front brake width	1.0
Rear brake diameter	11.3
Rear brake type	disc
Rear brake width	0.5

Brake

Front brake diameter	12.3
Front brake type	ventilated disc
Front brake width	1.0
Rear brake diameter	11.3
Rear brake type	disc
Rear brake width	0.5

Handling

Aerodynamic Drag	0.32
Turning Diameter	35.8	ft
Braking Distance	-
Acceleration	-
Acceleration 0-100	-

2008 Volkswagen GTI Specs

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Specs

PZEV 2dr Hatchback 6M

Drive Train Specs

Seating

Hauling

Angling

Gas

Vehicle Weight

Suspension

Brake

Handling

Base 2dr Hatchback 6M

Drive Train Specs

Seating

Hauling

Angling

Gas

Vehicle Weight

Suspension

Brake

Handling

Base 2dr Hatchback 6M (ends mid-May 08)

Drive Train Specs

Seating

Hauling

Angling

Gas

Vehicle Weight

Suspension

Brake

Handling

PZEV 2dr Hatchback 6A

Drive Train Specs

Seating

Hauling

Angling

Gas

Vehicle Weight

Suspension

Brake

Handling

Base 2dr Hatchback 6A (ends mid-May 08)

Drive Train Specs

Seating

Hauling

Angling

Gas

Vehicle Weight

Suspension

Brake

Handling

Base 2dr Hatchback 6A

Drive Train Specs

Seating

Hauling

Angling

Gas

Vehicle Weight

Suspension

Brake

Handling

PZEV 4dr Hatchback 6M

Drive Train Specs

Seating

Hauling

Angling

Gas

Vehicle Weight

Suspension

Brake

Handling

PZEV 4dr Hatchback 6M w/Rear Side Airbags

Drive Train Specs

Seating

Hauling

Angling

Gas

Vehicle Weight