Volkswagen Golf / GTI Volkswagen Golf / GTI 2017 Audi R8 Audi R8 2008
MENU
1 0 3 4 3 4

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

Volkswagen Golf / GTI vs. Audi R8 Price Comparison (MSRP)

The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.

Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.

Volkswagen Golf / GTI vs. Audi R8 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $25,815

Volkswagen Golf / GTI GTI S   
Difference: $86,935

Lowest Total Invoice: $24,815

Volkswagen Golf / GTI GTI S   
Difference: $80,260

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20172008
ModelGolf / GTIR8
TrimGTI S4.2
Body2dr Hatch2dr Coupe
Base Price $24,995 $109,000
Base Invoice $23,995 $101,370
Metallic paint (extra cost)   650
Metallic paint (extra cost)   605
Options (change) 0 650
Options (change) 0 605
Destination 820 1,000
Gas Tax 0 2,100
Total Price $25,815 $112,750
Total Invoice $24,815 $105,075

Return to top

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?

Request free, no-obligation Volkswagen Golf / GTI dealer quotes or Audi R8 dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Volkswagen Golf / GTI vs. Audi R8

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Golf / GTI GTI S
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $84,355
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $77,856
Model Year20172008
ModelGolf / GTIR8
TrimGTI S4.2
Body2dr Hatch2dr Coupe
Engine210hp I4420hp V8
TransmissionM6M6
DrivetrainFWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 8140, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/40-18235/35-19
Total Price$25,815$112,750
Adjustments for Features0-2,580
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$25,815$110,170
Total Invoice$24,815$105,075
Adjustments for Features0-2,404
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$24,815$102,671

Return to top

Features Comparison: Volkswagen Golf / GTI vs. Audi R8

Model Year20172008
ModelGolf / GTIR8
TrimGTI S4.2
Body2dr Hatch2dr Coupe
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150$150
FWD$0 
AWD $1700
Accessories 
Remote app$25 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Knee airbag, passenger $75
Rearview camera$200 
Secondary collision brake assist$25 
Side curtain airbags$350 
Temporary spare tire$150 
Torque vectoring, brake-based$100 
Vehicle health reports$0 
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment$50 
Cargo cover$75 
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Rear seat pass-through$100 
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200
Heated windshield washer nozzles$15 
Rain-sensing wipers $175
Rear air vents$100 
Rear wiper$175 
Variable intermittent wipers$75 
Engine / Motor 
Mid-engine configuration $0
Exterior 
Body kit$0 
Bright-finished fuel door $100
Painted brake calipers (optional)$0 
Rear spoiler$200 
Retractable rear spoiler $400
Infotainment 
Android Auto support$100 
App support$0 
Apple CarPlay support$100 
Aux input$50 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100 
HD radio$50 
Mirrorlink support$0 
SMS text-to-speech reader$25 
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200 
USB port$25 
Voice control for audio system$25 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror $150
Automatic headlights $125
Fog lights$125 
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50 
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50 
Visor mirror, driver $10
Visor mirror, passenger $10
Xenon HID headlights $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50 
Door sill trim plates $100
Folding second row seats$300 
Illuminated door sill trim plates$200 
Leather seating surfaces $900
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat$50 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$50 
Metal pedals $75
No leather in second row $-300
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat $150
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $150
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat $100
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power height adjuster, driver seat $100
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power recliner, driver seat $100
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces $0
Upholstered instrument panel $300
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical $500
Electronic systems calibration selector$200 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Total Value of Features$3,690$6,270
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,580
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,404

Return to top

See a complete comparison of Volkswagen Golf / GTI vs. Audi R8 features.

Specifications Comparison: Volkswagen Golf / GTI vs. Audi R8

Model Year20172008
ModelGolf / GTIR8
Body2dr Hatch2dr Coupe
Wheelbase103.8 in104.3 in
Length167.5 in174.5 in
Width70.5 in75.0 in
Height57.2 in49.3 in
Curb Weight2,902 lb.3,606 lb.
Fuel Capacity13.2 gal.23.8 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.4 in38.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.9 in54.4 in
Row 1 Legroom41.2 in41.1 in
Row 2 Headroom38.1 in0.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.9 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom35.6 in0.0 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		22.8 ft33.5 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		52.7 ft33.5 ft3

Return to top

See a complete comparison of Volkswagen Golf / GTI vs. Audi R8 specs.

Was this information useful?

We're glad we could help! Share this page:

We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it.
See TrueDelta's information for all Hatchbacks, Wagons, and Convertibles.
See TrueDelta's information for all Volkswagen models.