Volkswagen GTI Set for Power Boost

Last week in New York, we witnessed Volkswagen introduce a new engine. Indeed, this is the EA888 Evo 5, expected to produce 268 horsepower for use in vehicles. The Tiguan Turbo will arrive later this year. , is already designated for other Volkswagen models, including the iconic hot hatch, the GTI.

"I'd be quite surprised if we don’t include an Evo 5 in the upcoming iteration of the GTI,” stated Mark Gillies, the PR director for Volkswagen USA, during the inaugural driving event for the 2025 GTI and Golf R. “While I can't confirm whether it will retain 268 horsepower, let’s just say that the subsequent Atlas model will feature the Evo 5.”

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Our expectations for the Atlas were confirmed by its Chinese counterpart, the Teramont Pro. This indicates what we can anticipate from the updated version of the large three-row SUV. Additionally, it will come equipped with the Evo 5 engine.

Although this doesn't serve as official word on the evolution of the GTI - it's reassuring to hear that the essence of the GTI will likely stay consistent in the upcoming version. The 2025 model continues to be highly enjoyable (keep watching), and one can only wonder how even better performance might enhance the experience further.

Volkswagen initially launched the EA888 turbocharged inline-four engine approximately two decades ago, back in 2006.

For those of you who are enthusiasts when it comes to engines, significant modifications to the Evo 5 engine consist of an updated turbocharger, intercooler, fuel injection system, and camshaft configuration. The compression ratio has also seen an increase, with internal components strengthened through the use of a bigger crankpin and shorter connecting rods designed to support more robust pistons.

The turbocharger now features a variable geometry design, and the fuel pressure has been boosted to 500 bar. This engine operates using the Miller cycle and targets λ=1 across all load conditions, akin to the 2025 Porsche 911 GTS Hybrid.

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