Ford Mustang vs Volkswagen Golf GTI
Overview | |
MSRP$30,920 | MSRP$31,965 |
Average price$25,956 | Average price$18,993 |
Listings9269 | Listings3422 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.2 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.8 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryThe Ford Mustang returns for a final tour as its primary rivals head to retirement. This seventh-generation pony car is based on its predecessor but receives numerous upgrades that significantly improve its interior and technology. For fun on a budget, it's difficult to beat a Mustang, and this newest version continues the tradition with a healthy dose of nostalgia. | |
Reviews SummaryThe eighth-generation Volkswagen Golf GTI was introduced for the 2022 model year and enters 2024 essentially unchanged. The main news is that 2024 marks the last year a manual transmission will be available in this classic hot hatchback. Volkswagen is making a 380 special edition package standard on all stick-shift GTIs to commemorate that. A more substantial update is expected for the 2025 model year. Verdict: The GTI is a great all-rounder held back by poor interior design choices and a staid personality. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.3L 315 hp I4 | Engine |
Drive TrainRWD | Drive Train |
Seating Capacity4 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower315 hp @ 5000 rpm | Horsepower |
MPG City22 | MPG City |
MPG Highway33 | MPG Highway |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.3L 315 hp I4 | Engine Name2.0L 241 hp I4 |
Torque350 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm | Torque273 lb-ft @ 1750 rpm |
Horsepower315 hp @ 5000 rpm | Horsepower241 hp @ 5000 rpm |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City22 | MPG City |
MPG Highway33 | MPG Highway |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity4 | Seating Capacity5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space13.3 cu ft | Cargo Space19.9 cu ft |
Curb Weight3579 lbs | Curb Weight3188 lbs |
Height55.0 in | Height57.6 in |
Length189.4 in | Length168.8 in |
Width81.9 in | Width81.6 in |
Wheelbase107.0 in | Wheelbase103.6 in |
Maximum Payload | Maximum Payload904 lbs |
Number of doors2 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $30,920 | $31,965 |
Average price | $25,956 | $18,993 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.6 | 4.6 |
Expert reviews | 7.2 out of 10Read full review | 7.8 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | The Ford Mustang returns for a final tour as its primary rivals head to retirement. This seventh-generation pony car is based on its predecessor but receives numerous upgrades that significantly improve its interior and technology. For fun on a budget, it's difficult to beat a Mustang, and this newest version continues the tradition with a healthy dose of nostalgia. | The eighth-generation Volkswagen Golf GTI was introduced for the 2022 model year and enters 2024 essentially unchanged. The main news is that 2024 marks the last year a manual transmission will be available in this classic hot hatchback. Volkswagen is making a 380 special edition package standard on all stick-shift GTIs to commemorate that. A more substantial update is expected for the 2025 model year. Verdict: The GTI is a great all-rounder held back by poor interior design choices and a staid personality. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.3L 315 hp I4 | |
Drive Train | RWD | |
Seating Capacity | 4 | 5 |
Horsepower | 315 hp @ 5000 rpm | |
MPG City | 22 | |
MPG Highway | 33 | |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.3L 315 hp I4 | 2.0L 241 hp I4 |
Torque | 350 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm | 273 lb-ft @ 1750 rpm |
Horsepower | 315 hp @ 5000 rpm | 241 hp @ 5000 rpm |
Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 22 | |
MPG Highway | 33 | |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 4 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 13.3 cu ft | 19.9 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3579 lbs | 3188 lbs |
Height | 55.0 in | 57.6 in |
Length | 189.4 in | 168.8 in |
Width | 81.9 in | 81.6 in |
Wheelbase | 107.0 in | 103.6 in |
Maximum Payload | 904 lbs | |
Number of doors | 2 | 4 |
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