Volkswagen Golf GTI Clubsport S Mk7
The ultimate front-wheel-drive Golf, built to conquer the Nürburgring.
- Power
- 310 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 5.6 s
- Top speed
- 165 mph
- Est. value
- $40k–$55k
About the Volkswagen Golf GTI Clubsport S Mk7
Released to celebrate the GTI's 40th anniversary, the Clubsport S is the most hardcore iteration of the Mk7 Golf. It famously broke the front-wheel-drive Nürburgring lap record with a time of 7:49.21, thanks to a 310 PS engine shared with the Golf R and a significant 30kg weight reduction over the standard Clubsport. To save weight, Volkswagen removed the rear seats, sound deadening, and the variable-ratio steering rack, while adding a bespoke 'Nürburgring' mode to the DCC suspension. Only 400 units were produced globally, all in a three-door, manual-only configuration, making it a highly sought-after modern classic.
Volkswagen Golf GTI Clubsport S Mk7 specs
The Volkswagen Golf GTI Clubsport S Mk7 produces 310 bhp (231 kW) and 380 Nm (280 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 5.6 seconds and has a top speed of 165 mph (265 km/h).
| Make | Volkswagen |
|---|---|
| Model | Golf GTI Clubsport S |
| Generation | Mk7 |
| Trim | Golf GTI Clubsport S |
| Years | 2016 |
| Type | Sports car |
| Body style | Hatchback |
| Country | Germany |
| Production | About 400 built |
| Engine | 2.0-litre turbocharged inline-4 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,984 cc (2.0 litres) |
| Induction | Turbocharged |
| Power | 310 bhp (231 kW) at 5,800 rpm |
| Torque | 380 Nm (280 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 6,800 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 5.6 s |
| Top speed | 165 mph (265 km/h) |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,285 kg (2,833 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 241 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is a Volkswagen Golf GTI Clubsport S Mk7 worth?
A typical Volkswagen Golf GTI Clubsport S Mk7 is estimated to be worth $40,000 – $55,000 (about £30,000 – £41,000).
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. Pound figures use the exchange rate of 3 November 2026. How values are estimated
Volkswagen Golf GTI Clubsport S Mk7 rarity in CarSpot
The Volkswagen Golf GTI Clubsport S Mk7 is a Unicorn card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 100 out of 100. The rarest tier: hypercars, one-offs and cars built in tiny numbers, typically fewer than about 500. A Unicorn card is worth 320 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Volkswagen Golf GTI Clubsport S Mk7 fun facts
- The car features a specific 'Nürburgring' setting in the Individual driving profile, which optimizes the DCC dampers for the bumps and undulations of the Nordschleife.
- To achieve its record-breaking weight, the Clubsport S lacks rear seats, a parcel shelf, and even some sound insulation, resulting in a DIN kerb weight of just 1,285kg.
- Of the 400 units produced, 150 were allocated to the UK market, reflecting the country's high demand for performance hatchbacks.