The 2017 Volkswagen Golf GTI stands as a part of the seventh-generation series. It's a FWD hatchback offering a blend of performance, comfort, and practicality. The vehicle is equipped with a 2.0-liter, turbocharged, inline-four engine offering a horsepower from 210 to 220 depending on the trim, which include the S, Sport, SE, and Autobahn - each paired with either a six-speed manual or six-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. The GTI comes standard with a 6.5-inch touchscreen infotainment system which supports Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Safety features include a rearview camera, adaptive cruise control, forward collision warning, autonomous emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring, rear traffic alert, and a lane departure warning system. For 2017, the model received a Sport trim and saw enhancements to its performance package, now providing 220 horsepower, up from 210 from the previous years.