VW Golf GTI Clubsport S vs VW Golf GTI Clubsport
| Category | Golf GTI Clubsport | Golf GTI Clubsport S |
|---|---|---|
| Engine layout | 2.0 l R4 | 2.0 l R4 |
| Max power (ps / bhp) | 265 / 261 | 310 / 306 |
| Max torque (Nm / lb-ft) | 350 / 258 | |
| Curb weight (kg / lb) | 1411 / 3111 | 1314 / 2897 |
| Power / tonne (ps / bhp) | 188 / 185 | 236 / 233 |
| Average price | €41,000 | €40,000 |
Lap Times
| Track | Golf GTI Clubsport | Golf GTI Clubsport S |
|---|---|---|
| Hockenheim Short | 1:14.00 | 1:12.60 |
| Sachsenring | 1:39.78 | 1:38.00 |
Acceleration
| Speed & distance | Golf GTI Clubsport | Golf GTI Clubsport S |
|---|---|---|
| 0 - 50 kph | 2.6 s | 2.3 s |
| 0 - 100 kph | 5.7 s | 5.6 s |
| 0 - 130 kph | 8.4 s | 8.3 s |
| 0 - 160 kph | 12.6 s | 11.6 s |
| 0 - 200 kph | 19.6 s | 18.6 s |
| 0 - 250 kph | 52.0 s | 40.6 s |
| 1000 m | 24.8 s @ 214.7 kph | 24.7 s |
| 60 - 100 kph (4) | 4.2 s | 3.9 s |
| 60 - 100 kph (5) | 5.7 s | 5.5 s |
| 80 - 120 kph (5) | 5.5 s | 5.1 s |
| 80 - 120 kph (6) | 7.0 s | 6.7 s |
| Est. 100 - 200 kph | 15.2 s | 13.0 s |
| Est. 1/8 mile | 10.1 s @ 85.7 mph | 9.6 s @ 89.5 mph |
| 1/4 mile | 13.9 s @ 107.2 mph | 13.6 s |
General performance
| Category | Golf GTI Clubsport | Golf GTI Clubsport S |
|---|---|---|
| Top speed | 251 kph (156 mph) | 266 kph (165 mph) |
| Est. 0 - 100 mph - 0 | 20.9 s @ 1788 ft | 18.3 s @ 1549 ft |
| Est. max acceleration | 0.50 g (5 m/s²) | 0.55 g (5 m/s²) |
| 18m slalom | 71.9 kph (44.7 mph) | 70.9 kph (44.1 mph) |
| Fuel economy | 7.8 l/100 km (30 mpg US / 36 UK) | 7.8 l/100 km (30 mpg US / 36 UK) |
| 100 kph - 0 | 31 m (103 ft) | 31 m (100 ft) |
| 200 kph - 0 | 128 m (420 ft) | 116 m (381 ft) |
Summary
| Category | Golf GTI Clubsport | Golf GTI Clubsport S |
|---|---|---|
| Track Performance | 95 | 100 |
| Straight line speed | 83 | 100 |
| Overall | 90 | 100 |
Verdict
Golf GTI Clubsport S is the fastest by considerable margin.
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