GLI Autobahn FWD
What the GLI Autobahn adds over the S (+$9,800)
| Spec | S | GLI Autobahn |
|---|---|---|
| Front brake diameter | 287 mm | 340.4 mm |
| Rear brake diameter | 271.8 mm | 299.7 mm |
| Curb weight (maximum) | 2998 lbs | 3318 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 2998 lbs | 3318 lbs |
| Engine displacement | 1498 cc | 1984 cc |
| Horsepower | 158 hp | 228 hp |
| Torque | 184 lb-ft | 258 lb-ft |
| Engine type (full description) | 1.5L inline four cylinder, 16V, turbocharged/intercooled, TSI (EA211evo2) | 2.0L inline four cylinder, 16V, turbocharged/intercooled, TSI (EA888Gen3) |
| Fuel tank capacity | 12.8 gal | 13.2 gal |
| Ground clearance | 5.5 in | 5.2 in |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 4167 lbs | 4365 lbs |
| MPG (city) | 29 mpg | 26 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 34 mpg | 29 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 40 mpg | 35 mpg |
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $23,995 | $33,795 |
| Overall height | 57.7 in | 57.3 in |
| Overall length | 186.5 in | 186.9 in |
| Payload capacity | 915 lbs | 937 lbs |
| Steering type | Rack and pinion: electric power assist | Rack and pinion: electric power assist, variable ratio |
| Rear suspension type | Torsion beam, coil springs, telescopic dampers | Multilink with coil springs, telescopic dampers, anti-roll bar |
| Tire size | 205/60 R16 92H | 225/45 R18 91H |
| Final drive ratio | 3.2 | 4.17 / 3.13 |
| Transmission speeds | 8 | 7 |
| Transmission type | automatic hybrid | automatic |
| Wheel diameter | 16 in | 18 in |
Standard here, not on the base trim: 10-color ambient lighting, 18-inch machined aluminum-alloy wheels (different designs per trim), 3-line door card stitching, 8-speaker Volkswagen Premium Audio system, 8-way power adjustable driver's seat with memory and lumbar support, Aluminum gearshift knob/handle, Black headliner, Center & door armrest stitching w/ contrast stitching, DCC adaptive damping system, Drive Mode Selection, Front sport comfort seats, Heated front seats, Heated steering wheel, High Beam Control (Light Assist), Honeycomb lower front grille with red accent line, Illuminated door sills, Interior contrast stitching in red, LED projector headlights with LED Daytime Running Lights (DRLs), Leather seating surfaces, Leather-wrapped multi-function steering wheel with touch control (DSG w/ shift paddles), Light bar in grille, Lowered sport suspension (-0.6 inches vs base car), Mk7 Golf R front brakes, Multi-link independent rear suspension, Panoramic power tilt-and-slide sunroof, Rear seat center armrest with cup holders, Remote start, Side mirrors with integrated turn signal lamps, Stainless steel pedal caps, VAQ limited-slip differential, Variable-ratio steering, Ventilated front seats, Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Pro (10.25-inch display), Wireless charging, XDS differential
Specifications
Source: manufacturer press kitBrakes
| Front brake diameter | 340.4 mm |
| Front brake type | vented disc |
| Rear brake diameter | 299.7 mm |
| Rear brake type | solid disc |
| Parking brake type | electro-mechanical |
Cargo
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | 51.2 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 14.1 cu-ft |
| Total interior volume | 94.7 cu-ft |
Connected Services
| Connected services brand | myVW |
Dimensions Exterior
| Ground clearance | 5.2 in |
| Overall height | 57.3 in |
| Overall length | 186.9 in |
| Overall width | 70.8 in |
| Wheelbase | 105.6 in |
Engine Basics
| Aspiration | twin turbo |
| Cylinder count | 4 |
| Engine displacement | 1984 cc |
| Fuel injection system | TSI |
| Engine type (full description) | 2.0L inline four cylinder, 16V, turbocharged/intercooled, TSI (EA888Gen3) |
| Valve configuration | DOHC |
Engine Output
| Horsepower | 228 hp |
| Torque | 258 lb-ft |
Fuel Economy
| MPG (city) | 26 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 29 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 35 mpg |
Fuel System
| Minimum recommended octane | 87 |
| Fuel tank capacity | 13.2 gal |
Headroom
| Front headroom | 38.5 in |
| Second-row headroom | 37.2 in |
Legroom
| Front legroom | 41.1 in |
| Second-row legroom | 37.4 in |
Pricing
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $33,795 |
Seating
| Passenger seating capacity | 5 |
Shoulder Room
| Front shoulder room | 55.9 in |
| Second-row shoulder room | 54 in |
Steering
| Steering type | Rack and pinion: electric power assist, variable ratio |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 17.9 ft |
Suspension
| Front suspension type | Strut-type with lower control arms, coil springs, telescopic dampers, anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension type | Multilink with coil springs, telescopic dampers, anti-roll bar |
Tires
| Tire size | 225/45 R18 91H |
Transmission
| Final drive ratio | 4.17 / 3.13 |
| Transmission speeds | 7 |
| Transmission type | automatic |
Weights
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3318 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3318 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 4365 lbs |
| Payload capacity | 937 lbs |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 18 in |
| Wheel material | alloy |
| Wheel width | 7.5 in |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety14 std · 0 opt
- Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Stop & Go
- Front Assist (Forward Collision Warning & Automatic Emergency Braking w/ Pedestrian & Cyclist Monitoring)
- Dual front & side airbags, front and rear curtain airbags
- Lane Assist (Lane Keeping System)
- 3-point seatbelts with tensioner height adjust
- Active Side Assist (Blind Spot Monitor)
- Anti-Lock Braking System
- Automatic Post-Collision Braking System
- High Beam Control (Light Assist)
- IQ.DRIVE (Front Assist, Active Side Assist, Rear Traffic Alert, Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop & Go, Lane Assist, Travel Assist, Emergency Assist)
- Intelligent Crash Response System
- Rearview Camera
- Standard Electronic Stability Control
- Tire pressure monitoring system
Infotainment9 std · 0 opt
- myVW w/ available Wi-Fi
- 8-speaker Volkswagen Premium Audio system
- Bluetooth connectivity
- Leather-wrapped multi-function steering wheel with touch control (DSG w/ shift paddles)
- MIB3 Composition Media 8-in touchscreen, USB-C (2 data & charge ports, 1 charge-only port), SiriusXM with 360L (3-mo Platinum Plan trial), voice control
- SiriusXM w/ 360L
- Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Pro (10.25-inch display)
- Wireless App-Connect (CarPlay, AndroidAuto, MirrorLink) w/ multi-phone pairing capability
- Wireless charging
Convenience2 std · 0 opt
- KESSY keyless access with push-button start
- Remote start
Climate1 std · 0 opt
- Climatronic Touch dual-zone automatic climate control
Seating6 std · 0 opt
- Heated front seats
- Ventilated front seats
- 8-way power adjustable driver's seat with memory and lumbar support
- Front sport comfort seats
- Leather seating surfaces
- Rear seat center armrest with cup holders
Interior10 std · 0 opt
- Heated steering wheel
- Auto-dimming interior rearview mirror
- 10-color ambient lighting
- 3-line door card stitching
- Aluminum gearshift knob/handle
- Black headliner
- Center & door armrest stitching w/ contrast stitching
- Illuminated door sills
- Interior contrast stitching in red
- Stainless steel pedal caps
Exterior13 std · 3 opt
- Panoramic power tilt-and-slide sunroof
- 18-inch machined aluminum-alloy wheels (different designs per trim)
- Body-colored bumpers
- Heated side mirrors
- Honeycomb lower front grille with red accent line
- LED headlights with LED Daytime Running Lights (DRLs)
- LED projector headlights with LED Daytime Running Lights (DRLs)
- LED taillights
- Light bar in grille
- Power-adjustable, manual folding, side mirrors
- Rain-sensing wipers
- Side mirrors with integrated turn signal lamps
- 18-inch black aluminum-alloy wheels (different designs per trim) optional
- Black mirror caps optional
- Black roof optional
- Automatic headlights
Powertrain4 std · 0 opt
- Front-wheel drive
- Drive Mode Selection
- VAQ limited-slip differential
- XDS differential
Chassis5 std · 0 opt
- DCC adaptive damping system
- Lowered sport suspension (-0.6 inches vs base car)
- Mk7 Golf R front brakes
- Multi-link independent rear suspension
- Variable-ratio steering
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Common questions about the GLI Autobahn
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsHow much is the 2027 Volkswagen Jetta GLI Autobahn?
The manufacturer lists $33,795 for the 2027 Volkswagen Jetta GLI Autobahn. That is $9,800 above the S, the cheapest trim of the same model year. MSRP excludes destination, options, taxes and dealer charges.
What does the 2027 Volkswagen Jetta GLI Autobahn add over the S?
Against the S, 35 features become standard that the S does not and 27 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.