Volkswagen Golf vs BMW 3 Series
Overview | |
MSRP$17,995 | MSRP$43,800 |
Average price$13,263 | Average price$22,075 |
Listings780 | Listings9575 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.5 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.7 out of 10 |
Pros
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Reviews SummaryThe Volkswagen Golf practically defines the hatchback, and the latest version is no exception. With a refined interior and an engaging, let’s-take-the-back-road driving demeanor, the new Golf is a fun yet practical little car. Don’t expect it to be cheap, though, especially if you want modern creature comforts. | |
Reviews SummaryBMW’s best-selling car enjoys a mid-cycle refresh for 2023. Sleeker styling, an updated driver-oriented cockpit, and loads of new technology make the new BMW 3 Series sports sedan as competitive as ever. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine1.8L 170 hp I4 | Engine2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainRWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower170 hp @ 4500 rpm | Horsepower255 hp @ 5000 rpm |
MPG City25 | MPG City25 |
MPG Highway37 | MPG Highway34 |
Engine | |
Engine Name1.8L 170 hp I4 | Engine Name2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Torque200 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm | Torque295 lb-ft @ 1450 rpm |
Horsepower170 hp @ 4500 rpm | Horsepower255 hp @ 5000 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainRWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City25 | MPG City25 |
MPG Highway37 | MPG Highway34 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation System | Navigation SystemStandard |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space22.8 cu ft | Cargo Space13.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight2901 lbs | Curb Weight3536 lbs |
Height57.2 in | Height56.8 in |
Length167.5 in | Length185.9 in |
Width70.5 in | Width81.4 in |
Wheelbase103.8 in | Wheelbase112.2 in |
Maximum Payload1083 lbs | Maximum Payload829 lbs |
Number of doors2 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $17,995 | $43,800 |
Average price | $13,263 | $22,075 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.3 | 4.5 |
Expert reviews | 7.5 out of 10Read full review | 8.7 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | The Volkswagen Golf practically defines the hatchback, and the latest version is no exception. With a refined interior and an engaging, let’s-take-the-back-road driving demeanor, the new Golf is a fun yet practical little car. Don’t expect it to be cheap, though, especially if you want modern creature comforts. | BMW’s best-selling car enjoys a mid-cycle refresh for 2023. Sleeker styling, an updated driver-oriented cockpit, and loads of new technology make the new BMW 3 Series sports sedan as competitive as ever. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 1.8L 170 hp I4 | 2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | RWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 170 hp @ 4500 rpm | 255 hp @ 5000 rpm |
MPG City | 25 | 25 |
MPG Highway | 37 | 34 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 1.8L 170 hp I4 | 2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Torque | 200 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm | 295 lb-ft @ 1450 rpm |
Horsepower | 170 hp @ 4500 rpm | 255 hp @ 5000 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 25 | 25 |
MPG Highway | 37 | 34 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 22.8 cu ft | 13.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 2901 lbs | 3536 lbs |
Height | 57.2 in | 56.8 in |
Length | 167.5 in | 185.9 in |
Width | 70.5 in | 81.4 in |
Wheelbase | 103.8 in | 112.2 in |
Maximum Payload | 1083 lbs | 829 lbs |
Number of doors | 2 | 4 |
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