The 2019 Volkswagen Golf represents a great value with a compelling combination of style, sporty handling, roominess, fuel efficiency and technology. For 2019, the 1.8L TSI engine is replaced by the same 1.4L, 147-horsepower powertrain found in the all-new 2019 Jetta. This is paired with either a six-speed manual or an eight-speed automatic transmission for both S and SE trims. The 2019 Golf GTI now comes with 228 horsepower standard, an eight-horsepower increase from previous years. Golf R’s 2.0L TSI engine puts out 288 horsepower and 280 lb-ft of torque and can be combined with six-speed manual or seven-speed automatic transmissions.
