One of the first steps in searching for the right VW Golf GTI is to identify which trim level has the features that I would find beneficial to have and be worth paying for. What follows is a summary of the Mk7 GTI trim levels and the option packages with some of their key features.
There are a few other minor items that exist on all trim levels that I have not included in the table as their presence is not particularly noteworthy, i.e. leather wrapped handbrake.
| Feature | "S" | "SE" | "Autobahn" |
|---|---|---|---|
| Doors | 2 or 4 | 2 or 4 | 4 only |
| Seats | Clark plaid cloth, 8-way partial power | Titan black leather, 8-way partial power | Titan black leather, 12-way power adjust |
| Fender Premium Audio | No | Yes | Yes |
| Panoramic Sunroof | No | Yes | Yes |
| Keyless Access with Push-Button Start | No | Yes | Yes |
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | No | No | Yes |
| Touchscreen Navigation | No | No | Yes |
| Transmission | 6MT (STD) 6-Spd DSG (Optional) | 6MT (STD) 6-Spd DSG (Optional) | 6MT (STD) 6-Spd DSG (Optional) |
| Wheels | 18-inch aluminum alloy wheels | Yes | Yes |
| LED Fog Lights | Yes | Yes | |
| Rearview camera | Yes | Yes | |
| Heatable front seats | Yes | Yes | |
| Leather-wrapped multifunction steering wheel | Yes | Yes | |
| No | Automatic headlights | Yes | |
| No | Rain-sensing windshield wipers | Yes |
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