Volkswagen Golf GTI colour options revealed: Launch date, features and more

Volkswagen Auto has just launched the sporty Tiguan R-Line SUV in the Indian market, and the next in the pipeline is the Golf GTI, expected to launch next month. The Golf GTI will be brought to India via the CBU route and is expected to be priced from Rs 45 lakh (ex-showroom). Ahead of its launch, the company has revealed the colour options, alloy wheel size, and interior themes offered for the India-specific model. Known globally for its performance, agility, and iconic design, the Golf GTI marks Volkswagen’s entry into the hot hatch segment in India. Its arrival is highly anticipated among automotive enthusiasts and is expected to further strengthen the brand’s presence in the premium segment.

Four colour options include – Grenadilla Black Metallic (monotone), Oryx White Premium (dual-tone), Moonstone Grey (dual-tone) and Kings Red Premium Metallic (dual-tone). The global-spec Golf GTI is offered in Atlantic Blue Metallic, Mythos Black Metallic, and Reflex Silver Metallic; however, these paint finishes will not be available on the India-spec variant. The India-spec Golf GTI will ride on 18-inch dual-tone, 5-spoke alloy wheels. The cabin will sport an all-black theme, with dual-tone black and silver seats accented by signature red highlights.

In terms of design, the Golf GTI looks like a typical Volkswagen with sleek lines and sharp looks. The front end features a sleeker LED light signature with a redesigned bumper and a more aggressive honeycomb grille with GTI badging. At the rear, subtle updates include a tweaked diffuser and refreshed taillights, maintaining the car’s dynamic stance. The overall silhouette stays true to the Golf’s timeless hatchback shape, but with sharper lines and aerodynamic enhancements for a sportier look.

The Golf GTI features signature GTI elements, such as the classic tartan-patterned sport seats, red contrast stitching, and a flat-bottomed steering wheel with GTI badging. Other key highlights include multi-colour ambient lighting, soft-touch materials, metal-finished pedals and a cabin that strikes a balance between modern technology and classic GTI heritage, ensuring both performance-oriented appeal and everyday comfort.

Features it gets a 12.9-inch infotainment system with Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, connected car tech, Chat GPT integration, connected car tech, automatic climate control, 10.2-inch digital instrument cluster, ADAS features such as adaptive cruise control, lane assist, and emergency braking, Head-Up Display, VAQ Limited-Slip Differential, GTI-Specific Drive Modes and more.
The Golf GTi is powered by a 2.0-litre, four-cylinder turbo-petrol engine which puts out 265 hp of power and 370Nm torque. It comes paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic gearbox, which sends power to the front wheels only. VW claims the sporty hatchback can sprint from 0-100kph in 5.9 seconds and has a top speed of 250 kph.