Trim Report

Volkswagen GTI S2016

Includes:GTI|S
$5,500
Starting From
542
Active Listings
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Avg Mileage

Sourced from 542 dealer listings in the latest market snapshot as of

Min $5,500
Max $38,338
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S Market Overview

All Trims Combined
From$7,000
$7K–$20K
65 listings96,538 avg miles
40th Anniversary Edition
From$21,999
19 listings|$22K–$34K
Autobahn
From$4,500
402 listings|$5K–$46K
Driver's Edition
From$7,400
15 listings|$7K–$13K
Rabbit Edition
From$9,800
9 listings|$10K–$28K
S
From$5,500
542 listings|$6K–$38K
SE
From$7,988
1,184 listings|$8K–$48K
Sport
From$9,900
34 listings|$10K–$22K
Wolfsburg Edition
From$5,980
10 listings|$6K–$17K

2016 Volkswagen GTI S Pricing

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Where to Find Volkswagen GTI S

Location data for all 2016 Volkswagen GTI trims combined

32States

If you're near California, you're in luck: 9% of listings are there. But with 32 states represented, there's likely one near you too.

Volkswagen GTI Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2016 Volkswagen GTI trims

Low Concern

The 2016 Volkswagen GTI has a low safety risk profile with 3 recall campaigns and 0 NHTSA complaints. Before buying, verify that all recalls have been completed. It's free at any dealer.

3
Recalls
0
Complaints
0
Crashes
0
Fires
Recall Findings
22V5430002022-27-07
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2016 Audi TT Roadster, TT Coupe, S3 Sedan, R8 Coupe, A3 Sedan, A3 Etron, A3 Cabriolet, 2016 Golf Sportwagen, Golf R, Golf GTI, Golf A7, and E Golf vehicles. During air bag deployment, the front passenger air bag may explode or deploy improperly.

An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking occupants, resulting in serious injury or death. An improper air bag deployment may not properly restrain the occupant, increasing their risk of injury in a crash.

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24V1100002024-14-02
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain front-wheel drive 2015-2020 Audi A3 Sedan, 2015-2019 Audi A3 Cabriolet, 2019-2020 Volkswagen Jetta GLI, 2018 Golf Sportwagen GP, 2018-2019 Golf Sportwagen A7, 2015-2017 Golf Sportwagen, 2015-2020 Golf GTI, and 2015-2020 Golf A7 vehicles. Due to a problem with a suction jet pump seal inside the fuel tank, fuel may flow into the evaporative emissions (EVAP) system and possibly leak out of the charcoal canister.

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

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16V6470002016-07-09
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Volkswagen Golf, Golf SportWagen, GTI, Audi A3 sedan and A3 Cabriolet vehicles. Due to a problem with the suction pump inside the fuel tank, fuel may flow into the evaporative emissions (EVAP) system.

As fuel accumulates in the EVAP system, it may leak out through the charcoal canister filter element. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

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Volkswagen GTI Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2016 Volkswagen GTI trims

28mpg combined
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25city
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33-34hwy
·
$2,400/yr

With 28 MPG combined, the 2016 Volkswagen GTI keeps things simple on fuel costs across its 2 configurations.

By Trim
GTI - Automatic (AM-S6)
28mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
25 city33 hwy~$2,400/yr7/10 Clean
GTI - Manual 6-spd
28mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
25 city34 hwy~$2,400/yr7/10 Clean

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

S Trim Buyer Questions

What to know about the 2016 Volkswagen GTI S

How does the S compare to other Volkswagen GTI trims?

Every Volkswagen GTI trim targets a different buyer. The 2016 model page compares all available trims side by side.

What should I know about maintaining the 2016 Volkswagen GTI S?

The S shares its core mechanicals with other Volkswagen GTI trims, so major service intervals are similar. There are 3 recalls to verify before purchase. The 2016 model page has the details.

What are the best years for the Volkswagen GTI S?

Check the price-to-mileage ratio for each Volkswagen GTI S year. The last year before a generation change is usually the most refined; the first year after is when resale drops fastest. The Volkswagen GTI overview compares all years side by side.

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