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2027 Volkswagen GLI

US · Compact Cars

The 2027 Volkswagen GLI is listed in the US market with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.

Engine
2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI)
Transmission
7-speed dual-clutch
Drivetrain
FWD
Fuel
Gasoline
Economy
29 mpg (8.1 L/100 km) combined
2027 Volkswagen GLI
Exterior (Front)
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Specifications at a Glance

Key Figures

Units:
Engine / Powertrain
2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI)
Combined Economy
29 MPG US (8.1 L/100 km) · EPA
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
7-speed dual-clutch
Market: US·Switch units to convert the figures shown.
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Engine

Engine
SpecificationValueSource
Engine2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI)
Displacement2.0 L
Cylinders4
AspirationTurbocharged
Fuel typeGasoline

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
SpecificationValueSource
TransmissionDual-clutch
Gears7
DrivetrainFWD

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
SpecificationValueSource
Combined29 mpg (8.1 L/100 km)
City26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km)
Highway35 mpg (6.7 L/100 km)

Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.

Trims and configurations

1 configuration listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.

Recalls

No recall campaigns were found in NHTSA data at the last check. Last checked November 9, 2026.

    Data sources

    Source checked: November 2, 2026

    Data verified: November 2, 2026

    Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.

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    Frequently asked questions

    What engine does the 2027 Volkswagen GLI have?

    2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

    What is the fuel economy of the 2027 Volkswagen GLI?

    Combined fuel economy is 29 mpg (8.1 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

    Is the 2027 Volkswagen GLI front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

    Drivetrain: FWD.

    Are there recalls for the 2027 Volkswagen GLI?

    No recall campaigns were found in NHTSA data when we last checked on November 9, 2026. Recall status can change, so confirm with NHTSA or the manufacturer.