2013 Volkswagen GTI Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

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Crash Test Rating
Source   NHTSA
MPG (up to)
24 City / 33 HWY
Source FuelEconomy.gov
Horsepower
200
Seats
5
Front passenger 3/4 w/ wheels turned.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Kevin J
Gti- great car, fast, sporty
It is a great car, sporty, fast, comfortable. No maintenance problems. Comfortable interior. Very fast and handles well
accountCircle Ashley C
Beautiful turbo engine and lovable hugging leather bucket seats.
The VW gti is a great car as long as you stay on top of the maintenance! Like any other vehicle, you should always make sure that you keep the service up to date. My entire family loves VWs, always have, they are great vehicles if you are a car junkie like me.
accountCircle Alan R
It is a great quality build and lots of fun to drive
Great car that can rally move quickly. Traction and grip is gray with turns. Space in the back is great for the dogs.
accountCircle Kristen A
2 door car is considered a sports car.
Complaints = it is expensive to maintain. I love the easy handling, it drives it self. It has a turbo, as such it goes very fast.
accountCircle Danny A
Gti amazing vehicle to own.
I have been having my vehicle for over a year and I absolutely love it. I love that these cars can still be manuals and the way that the body looks already it looks like a sports car. The drive feeling in it is amazing and for it looking small it has some good space so that everyone can fit. The back up camera is amazing on this car since it hides in the emblem from the back and the alloy wheels just give it a slick look to the car. There are also so many aftermarket things you can buy for this car to make it more to your liking or to make it a faster car.
accountCircle Jason K
It is fun to drive, the Volkswagen gti.
Electronic issues are abundant. Have had to replace the side mirror adjustment knob along with the window switches. The moon roof opens on its own regularly. The moon roof opens on its own regularly. The moon roof opens on its own regularly the moon roof opens on its own regularly.
accountCircle Bill L
Volkswagen golf Gti quality and performance.
The VW Gtl is a very well built car with high performance engine and performance transmission. The car is highly reliable, has incredible handling and road feel for the driver and visibility is exceptional. Cost of maintenance is higher than similar models but the performance and ride make it worth it.
accountCircle Manao K
Fun car to drive - great experience so far (at about 65,000 miles).
This car is fun to drive. It has strong acceleration, good speed, and excellent control. Keep in mind that this car is very low to the ground - you will feel the road under you extremely well, including bumps and grooves. I personally like having that feel, but I could see how others wouldn't. The tire is a bit stiff, but that is also to personal preference (I like it - turns feel 'secure'). I am 5'8" and I fit very comfortably in the car. The car has been reliable so far, and I am at about 65,000 miles in.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Kolton J
2013 Volkswagen golf gti review.
After 90,000 miles, I have run into multiple issues that have proven expensive to fix. I have a 6 speed manual and it is a joy to drive, decently quick but still pretty daily drivable. Car looks clean in my opinion and I overall have a good time driving it.

Volkswagen GTI Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

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Base
200 HP 27 MPG 5 Seats
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Wolfsburg
200 HP 27 MPG 5 Seats
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w/Conv & Sunroof
200 HP 27 MPG 5 Seats
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w/Sunroof & Navi
200 HP 27 MPG 5 Seats
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Driver's Edition
200 HP 27 MPG 5 Seats
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Autobahn
200 HP 27 MPG 5 Seats
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2013 Volkswagen GTI Owner Reviews

4.61
38 Reviews
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5 stars 63%
4 stars 34%
3 stars 3%
2 stars 0%
1 star 0%
accountCircle Lisa M on June 11, 2021
2013 Volkswagen gti overview.
The 2013 Volkswagen gtt is a sporty, solid vehicle. Standard six speed, two door hatchback is fun to drive. The plaid covered bucket seats are comfortable and the basic stereo has great sound output. A slight drawback is the manual seat adjustment. There is a wheel on the lower side of the front seats that must be turned to adjust the seat. It is time consuming and inconvenient.
accountCircle Jason K on May 29, 2021
It is fun to drive, the Volkswagen gti.
Electronic issues are abundant. Have had to replace the side mirror adjustment knob along with the window switches. The moon roof opens on its own regularly. The moon roof opens on its own regularly. The moon roof opens on its own regularly the moon roof opens on its own regularly.
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Pros from Owners

likeFilled Manao K.

The gti is fun to drive, feels very sturdy and reliable, and gives a sense of excellent control. It provides great acceleration and speed, and is a strong car for a small frame. It has good turn radius and feels under control when making quick turns.

Cons from Owners

dislikeFilled Manao K.

The gti can feel cramped for some people, especially on longer drives. I am comfortable in it for six hour drives from Maryland to Ohio, but I am 5'8". The wheels can also lose traction easily when driving in even light rain or snow, so be careful.

Ranks #4 Small Cars by Owners

The 2013 Volkswagen GTI has an average owner rating of 4.63 out of 5 which ranks it #4 of 39 other Small Cars.

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4.74
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4.68
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Ranks #12 Small Cars by Fuel Economy

The 2013 Volkswagen GTI has a combined MPG of 38 which ranks it #12 of 38 other Small Cars.

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2013 FIAT 500e
122 MPG
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48 MPG
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33 MPG

Is The 2013 Volkswagen GTI A Good Car?

Yes, I really enjoy this car and it is perfect for my daily needs. I also enjoy how it had a automatic transmission with the paddle shifters located on the steering wheel, this allows for a enjoyable... Read More
Bobby M.
Yes, I like that it is compact and a sporty car. I haven't had any problems with it since I bought it 5 years ago.
Kate H.

How Reliable Is The 2013 Volkswagen GTI?

The car is somewhat reliable but has electrical issues once and awhile. I also do not enjoy the car during the winter because it is not good in snowy conditions.
Bobby M.
Yes, it is reliable. I cannot think of any major problems it has had. My low tire light and my headlight dash indicator is always on, even though I try to get it fixed.
Kate H.

Is The 2013 Volkswagen GTI A Good Value?

It is around $13,000 to buy a used 2013 Volkswagen gti with the Wolfsburg edition. I think it is a good cost because to get one new it is nearly $40,000.
Bobby M.
Yes, it is a good value. It has retained it is value fairly well. I have put a lot of miles on it and it is at about 105,000 miles right now.
Kate H.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does the 2013 VW GTI have a timing belt or chain?

Answer: The 2013 VW GTI does have a timing chain. The coolant needs to be replaced every 60,000 miles. Your air filter needs to be replaced every 15,000 to 30,000 miles. The spark plugs need to be changed every 100,000...
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Safety & Reliability

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NHTSA Crash Test

Overall

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Side

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*National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
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IIHS Crash Test

Moderate Overlap Front

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Roof Strength

Driver-side Overlap Front

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*Insurance Institute for Highway Safety