Volkswagen Golf GTI 嘅操控係佢嘅靈魂。前懸掛為麥花臣支柱、後懸掛為多連桿設計，調校偏向運動化。Volkswagen Golf GTI 標配嘅 Vehicle Dynamics Manager 會協調電子差速鎖（XDS）同 DCC 主動式底盤控制系統（如有選配），過彎時會對彎內側車輪施加制動力，減少推頭現象，令入彎更加精準。「扭軚盤扭到笑」係好多車主對 Volkswagen Golf GTI 嘅評價。
Handling is the soul of the Volkswagen Golf GTI. It features MacPherson strut front suspension and multi-link rear suspension, tuned for a sporty feel. The standard Vehicle Dynamics Manager coordinates the electronic differential lock (XDS) and the optional DCC adaptive chassis control, applying braking force to the inside wheel during cornering to reduce understeer for more precise turn-in. Many owners describe it as a car that makes you "turn the steering wheel with a smile".
