What is the difference between Golf 7. GTI and 7. R?
The GTI is a livelier and more fun to chuck into a tight corner, being front-wheel drive. The all-wheel drive Golf R, on the other hand, is more planted and delivers its power with precision, giving you more confidence around bends. Another factor petrolheads like to consider is the acceleration of these cars. On paper the two are closely matched for performance but the extra weight of the GTE just gives the GTD the edge. The GTD will hit 62mph from rest in 7. GTE takes 7. Equally, the GTE’s 138mph top speed is 5mph short of the GTD’s.It’s easy really. The 2020 Golf GTI produces around 242 bhp, accelerates from 0–60 mph in approximately 6. In comparison, the 2022 Golf GTD produces around 197 bhp, reaches 0–60 mph in roughly 6.The GTE produces 268bhp – 7bhp more than the standard GTI. However, the latter still accelerates faster because it’s a lighter car; the 0-62mph sprint takes 5. GTE needs 6.