Volkswagen Golf GTI vs MINI Cooper
Overview | |
MSRP$29,880 | MSRP$27,400 |
Average price$18,942 | Average price$16,993 |
Listings3611 | Listings5256 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.0 out of 10 | Expert reviews6.3 out of 10 |
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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 SummaryYou either join the MINI camp or shake your head “no.” There has never been a middle ground with a MINI. That’s the point—to drive a fun-looking, fun-to-drive small car that’s unlike anything else in the neighborhood. For 2023, the MINI Cooper offers a limited-run Resolute Edition and a few new paint colors. We tested a two-door Hardtop John Cooper Works (JCW) while participating in a rally with more than 700 MINI owners. Maybe next time you’ll join them with your new MINI. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 241 hp I4 | Engine1.5L 134 hp I3 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity4 |
Horsepower241 hp @ 5000 rpm | Horsepower134 hp @ 4500 rpm |
MPG City25 | MPG City29 |
MPG Highway34 | MPG Highway38 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 241 hp I4 | Engine Name1.5L 134 hp I3 |
Torque273 lb-ft @ 1750 rpm | Torque162 lb-ft @ 1480 rpm |
Horsepower241 hp @ 5000 rpm | Horsepower134 hp @ 4500 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City25 | MPG City29 |
MPG Highway34 | MPG Highway38 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity4 |
Key Features | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall | Side Crash Overall4 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space19.9 cu ft | Cargo Space8.7 cu ft |
Curb Weight3113 lbs | Curb Weight2769 lbs |
Height57.6 in | Height55.7 in |
Length168.8 in | Length152.2 in |
Width70.4 in | Width75.9 in |
Wheelbase103.6 in | Wheelbase98.2 in |
Maximum Payload915 lbs | Maximum Payload694 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors2 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $29,880 | $27,400 |
Average price | $18,942 | $16,993 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.6 | 4.6 |
Expert reviews | 8.0 out of 10Read full review | 6.3 out of 10Read full review |
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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. | You either join the MINI camp or shake your head “no.” There has never been a middle ground with a MINI. That’s the point—to drive a fun-looking, fun-to-drive small car that’s unlike anything else in the neighborhood. For 2023, the MINI Cooper offers a limited-run Resolute Edition and a few new paint colors. We tested a two-door Hardtop John Cooper Works (JCW) while participating in a rally with more than 700 MINI owners. Maybe next time you’ll join them with your new MINI. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 241 hp I4 | 1.5L 134 hp I3 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 4 |
Horsepower | 241 hp @ 5000 rpm | 134 hp @ 4500 rpm |
MPG City | 25 | 29 |
MPG Highway | 34 | 38 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 241 hp I4 | 1.5L 134 hp I3 |
Torque | 273 lb-ft @ 1750 rpm | 162 lb-ft @ 1480 rpm |
Horsepower | 241 hp @ 5000 rpm | 134 hp @ 4500 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 25 | 29 |
MPG Highway | 34 | 38 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 4 |
Key Features | ||
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | |
Side Crash Overall | 4 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 19.9 cu ft | 8.7 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3113 lbs | 2769 lbs |
Height | 57.6 in | 55.7 in |
Length | 168.8 in | 152.2 in |
Width | 70.4 in | 75.9 in |
Wheelbase | 103.6 in | 98.2 in |
Maximum Payload | 915 lbs | 694 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 2 |
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