Volkswagen Golf GTI vs Ford Escort
Overview | |
MSRP$29,880 | MSRP$13,750 |
Average price$18,931 | Average price |
Listings3580 | Listings15 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.0 out of 10 | Expert reviews |
Pros
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Reviews SummaryWith its updated engine, revised suspension, and tech-forward interior, the latest iteration of Volkswagen’s legendary GTI looks ready to do battle with the Hyundai Veloster N as well as the upcoming Honda Civic Si and Subaru WRX. With regards to performance, the new GTI leaves almost nothing to be desired. | |
Reviews Summary | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 241 hp I4 | Engine2.0L 130 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity4 |
Horsepower241 hp @ 5000 rpm | Horsepower130 hp @ 5300 rpm |
MPG City25 | MPG City23 |
MPG Highway34 | MPG Highway30 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 241 hp I4 | Engine Name2.0L 130 hp I4 |
Torque273 lb-ft @ 1750 rpm | Torque135 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm |
Horsepower241 hp @ 5000 rpm | Horsepower130 hp @ 5300 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City25 | MPG City23 |
MPG Highway34 | MPG Highway30 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity4 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space19.9 cu ft | Cargo Space |
Curb Weight3113 lbs | Curb Weight2464 lbs |
Height57.6 in | Height52.3 in |
Length168.8 in | Length175.2 in |
Width70.4 in | Width67.4 in |
Wheelbase103.6 in | Wheelbase98.4 in |
Maximum Payload915 lbs | Maximum Payload |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors2 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $29,880 | $13,750 |
Average price | $18,931 | |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.6 | 3.9 |
Expert reviews | 8.0 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | With its updated engine, revised suspension, and tech-forward interior, the latest iteration of Volkswagen’s legendary GTI looks ready to do battle with the Hyundai Veloster N as well as the upcoming Honda Civic Si and Subaru WRX. With regards to performance, the new GTI leaves almost nothing to be desired. | |
Video | No video found | |
Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 241 hp I4 | 2.0L 130 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 4 |
Horsepower | 241 hp @ 5000 rpm | 130 hp @ 5300 rpm |
MPG City | 25 | 23 |
MPG Highway | 34 | 30 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 241 hp I4 | 2.0L 130 hp I4 |
Torque | 273 lb-ft @ 1750 rpm | 135 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm |
Horsepower | 241 hp @ 5000 rpm | 130 hp @ 5300 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 25 | 23 |
MPG Highway | 34 | 30 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 4 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 19.9 cu ft | |
Curb Weight | 3113 lbs | 2464 lbs |
Height | 57.6 in | 52.3 in |
Length | 168.8 in | 175.2 in |
Width | 70.4 in | 67.4 in |
Wheelbase | 103.6 in | 98.4 in |
Maximum Payload | 915 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 2 |
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