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2027 Volkswagen GLI Specs: MPG, Gas Mileage, Engine Size & Dimensions

2022–2027 model years11 variantsUp to 30 MPG combined
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2027 Volkswagen GLI Specs at a Glance

The 2027 Volkswagen GLI gets 29 mpg combined on the 2.0L Front-Wheel Drive configuration. Every figure below comes from EPA, NHTSA, or manufacturer published data — no estimates.

Combined MPG
29 mpg (26 city / 35 hwy)
Best configuration: 2.0L · Front-Wheel Drive · Automatic (AM-S7)
Engine
2.0L 4-cyl
2.0L · Front-Wheel Drive · Automatic (AM-S7)

2027 Volkswagen GLI trims and MPG

TrimEngineTransDriveCityHwyCombined
Auto (AM-S7), 4 cyl, 2.0 L4 · 2.0LAutomatic (AM-S7)Front-Wheel Drive263529

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Volkswagen GLI — All Years Overview

YearTrimEngineTransDriveCityHwyCombinedFuel
2027Auto (AM-S7), 4 cyl, 2.0 L4 · 2.0LAutomatic (AM-S7)Front-Wheel Drive263529Regular Gasoline
2026Auto (AM-S7), 4 cyl, 2.0 L4 · 2.0LAutomatic (AM-S7)Front-Wheel Drive263529Regular Gasoline
2026Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L4 · 2.0LManual 6-spdFront-Wheel Drive263629Regular Gasoline
2025Auto (AM-S7), 4 cyl, 2.0 L4 · 2.0LAutomatic (AM-S7)Front-Wheel Drive253529Regular Gasoline
2025Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L4 · 2.0LManual 6-spdFront-Wheel Drive263630Regular Gasoline
2024Auto (AM-S7), 4 cyl, 2.0 L4 · 2.0LAutomatic (AM-S7)Front-Wheel Drive263630Regular Gasoline
2024Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L4 · 2.0LManual 6-spdFront-Wheel Drive243528Regular Gasoline
2023Auto (AM-S7), 4 cyl, 2.0 L4 · 2.0LAutomatic (AM-S7)Front-Wheel Drive263630Regular Gasoline
2023Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L4 · 2.0LManual 6-spdFront-Wheel Drive263730Regular Gasoline
2022Auto (AM-S7), 4 cyl, 2.0 L4 · 2.0LAutomatic (AM-S7)Front-Wheel Drive263630Regular Gasoline
2022Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L4 · 2.0LManual 6-spdFront-Wheel Drive263730Regular Gasoline

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Volkswagen GLI — Frequently Asked Questions

What is the fuel economy of the 2027 Volkswagen GLI?

The Volkswagen GLI is EPA-rated at up to 30 MPG combined (26 city / 36 highway), a historical peak recorded on the 2025 model year.

What engine does the 2027 Volkswagen GLI have?

The Volkswagen GLI uses a 2.0L 4-cylinder engine paired with an Automatic transmission.

What years of the Volkswagen GLI are covered here?

This page documents 11 verified Volkswagen GLI configurations across model years 2022–2027.

Which model year of the Volkswagen GLI is the most fuel efficient?

The 2025 Volkswagen GLI holds the highest combined rating at 30 MPG; the 2026 sits lowest at 29 MPG, a difference of 1 MPG (about 3%) across the 6 rated years on file.

How many engine options does the Volkswagen GLI have?

Across every year on record the Volkswagen GLI uses one displacement, 2L, so trims differ by drivetrain and equipment rather than engine size.

Is the 2027 Volkswagen GLI front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive?

Every Volkswagen GLI configuration on record here is Front-Wheel Drive; no alternative drivetrain appears in the 2022–2027 data.

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