2021 Volkswagen Golf GTI vs 2020 Audi A4

2020 Audi A4
2020 Audi A4
$37,400MSRP
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2021 Volkswagen Golf GTI
2021 Volkswagen Golf GTI
$28,695MSRP
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2020 Audi A4
$37,400MSRP
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2021 Volkswagen Golf GTI
$28,695MSRP
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Overview

MSRP

$37,400

MSRP

$28,695

Listings

86

Listings

45

Ratings & Reviews

User Reviews
User Reviews

Expert reviews

Expert reviews

7.8 out of 10

Pros

  • Manual transmission available

  • Great handling

  • Fun to drive

Cons

  • Poor ride quality

  • Not much cargo space

  • Outdated technology

2020 Audi A4 Reviews Summary

2021 Volkswagen Golf GTI Reviews Summary

Now in its last year of production before a major makeover, the 2021 Volkswagen Golf GTI five-door hatchback embodies the benefits (and drawbacks) of the hot hatch formula. The quick, nimble, and stylish compact delivers impressive performance—but what does it sacrifice?
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Popular Features & Specs

Engine

2.0L 188 hp I4

Engine

2.0L 228 hp I4

Drive Train

FWD

Drive Train

FWD

Seating Capacity

5

Seating Capacity

5

Horsepower

188 hp @ 4200 rpm

Horsepower

228 hp @ 5000 rpm

MPG City

27

MPG City

23

MPG Highway

35

MPG Highway

30
2020 Audi A4
2020 Audi A4
$37,400MSRP
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2021 Volkswagen Golf GTI
2021 Volkswagen Golf GTI
$28,695MSRP
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2020 Audi A4
$37,400MSRP
Overview
Overview
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2021 Volkswagen Golf GTI
$28,695MSRP
Overview
Overview
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Overview

MSRP
$37,400
$28,695
Listings

Ratings & Reviews

User reviews

4.7

5.0

Expert reviews

7.8 out of 10

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Pros & cons

Pros

  • Manual transmission available

  • Great handling

  • Fun to drive

Cons

  • Poor ride quality

  • Not much cargo space

  • Outdated technology

Summary
Now in its last year of production before a major makeover, the 2021 Volkswagen Golf GTI five-door hatchback embodies the benefits (and drawbacks) of the hot hatch formula. The quick, nimble, and stylish compact delivers impressive performance—but what does it sacrifice?
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Popular Features & Specs

Engine
2.0L 188 hp I4
2.0L 228 hp I4
Drive Train
FWD
FWD
Seating Capacity
5
5
Horsepower
188 hp @ 4200 rpm
228 hp @ 5000 rpm
MPG City
27
23
MPG Highway
35
30
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