2019 Volkswagen Golf GTI vs 2019 Nissan Maxima
Overview | |
MSRP$27,595 | MSRP$34,050 |
Average price$23,458 | Average price$20,983 |
Listings133 | Listings186 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.2 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.5 out of 10 |
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2019 Volkswagen Golf GTI Reviews SummarySmall, fun cars hold a special place in my heart. I’ve always been a fan of little yet mighty automobiles, and not just because they put performance within easier financial reach. You simply cannot help but smile when you drive one, and smiling is good for you. So, think of the 2019 Volkswagen GTI as a contributor to a healthier lifestyle, because you’ll be smiling plenty from behind its steering wheel. | |
2019 Nissan Maxima Reviews SummaryThe Maxima has endured for eight generations as a premium midsize Nissan sedan. While not the “four-door sports car” that Nissan proclaims, the Maxima’s powerful V6 engines and crisp handling have earned it a solid reputation over the past three decades. We last tested the Maxima when this generation was brand-new for 2016. Now that Nissan has refreshed it ever so mildly for 2019, we’ve taken another look at its updated style, technology, and interior features. | |
Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 228 hp I4 | Engine3.5L 300 hp V6 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower228 hp @ 4700 rpm | Horsepower300 hp @ 6400 rpm |
MPG City25 | MPG City20 |
MPG Highway31 | MPG Highway30 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 228 hp I4 | Engine Name3.5L 300 hp V6 |
Torque258 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm | Torque261 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm |
Horsepower228 hp @ 4700 rpm | Horsepower300 hp @ 6400 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City25 | MPG City20 |
MPG Highway31 | MPG Highway30 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation System | Navigation SystemStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space22.8 cu ft | Cargo Space14.3 cu ft |
Curb Weight3062 lbs | Curb Weight3552 lbs |
Height57.8 in | Height56.5 in |
Length168.0 in | Length192.8 in |
Width70.8 in | Width73.2 in |
Wheelbase103.6 in | Wheelbase109.3 in |
Maximum Payload959 lbs | Maximum Payload1133 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $27,595 | $34,050 |
Average price | $23,458 | $20,983 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.6 | 4.4 |
Expert reviews | 8.2 out of 10Read full review | 7.5 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | Small, fun cars hold a special place in my heart. I’ve always been a fan of little yet mighty automobiles, and not just because they put performance within easier financial reach. You simply cannot help but smile when you drive one, and smiling is good for you. So, think of the 2019 Volkswagen GTI as a contributor to a healthier lifestyle, because you’ll be smiling plenty from behind its steering wheel. | The Maxima has endured for eight generations as a premium midsize Nissan sedan. While not the “four-door sports car” that Nissan proclaims, the Maxima’s powerful V6 engines and crisp handling have earned it a solid reputation over the past three decades. We last tested the Maxima when this generation was brand-new for 2016. Now that Nissan has refreshed it ever so mildly for 2019, we’ve taken another look at its updated style, technology, and interior features. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 228 hp I4 | 3.5L 300 hp V6 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 228 hp @ 4700 rpm | 300 hp @ 6400 rpm |
MPG City | 25 | 20 |
MPG Highway | 31 | 30 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 228 hp I4 | 3.5L 300 hp V6 |
Torque | 258 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm | 261 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm |
Horsepower | 228 hp @ 4700 rpm | 300 hp @ 6400 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 25 | 20 |
MPG Highway | 31 | 30 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 22.8 cu ft | 14.3 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3062 lbs | 3552 lbs |
Height | 57.8 in | 56.5 in |
Length | 168.0 in | 192.8 in |
Width | 70.8 in | 73.2 in |
Wheelbase | 103.6 in | 109.3 in |
Maximum Payload | 959 lbs | 1133 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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