WhatClassAmIAutocross Classing Guide

SCCA® Solo classing — unofficial guide

What autocross class is a Volkswagen Golf GTI (Mk8, incl. 380)?

GSStreetGSTStreet Touring

A stock 2022–2026 Volkswagen Golf GTI (Mk8, incl. 380) runs in GS (Street) under the 2026 SCCA Solo Rules. Built to Street Touring allowances (within GST tire and wheel limits), it runs GST.

Class by preparation level

Stock (Street)GS
Street TouringGST
Street Prepared
Street ModifiedSMF
Prepared

A “—” means the car isn’t listed at that level; a build lands in the least-prepared category its modifications allow.

Also eligible for

XA/XBXtreme Street

From the 2026 rulebook (Appendix A)

Street: 'Golf GTI (incl. 380 Edition) (2022-26)' = GS. ST: 'Golf & GTI (1.8T & 2.0T)' = GST.

Unofficial guidance verified against the 2026 SCCA® Solo® Rules — always confirm against the current rulebook before competing. Classing data cites the exact Appendix A wording it relies on. Spot an error? Report it on GitHub.