2021 Volkswagen Golf GTI vs 2020 Lexus IS

2020 Lexus IS
2020 Lexus IS
$38,560MSRP
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2021 Volkswagen Golf GTI
2021 Volkswagen Golf GTI
$28,695MSRP
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2020 Lexus IS
$38,560MSRP
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2021 Volkswagen Golf GTI
$28,695MSRP
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Overview

MSRP

$38,560

MSRP

$28,695

Average price

$29,445

Average price

$25,541

Listings

135

Listings

61
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  • Outdated technology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 Lexus IS 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 241 hp I4

Engine

2.0L 228 hp I4

Drive Train

RWD

Drive Train

FWD

Seating Capacity

5

Seating Capacity

5

Horsepower

241 hp @ 5800 rpm

Horsepower

228 hp @ 5000 rpm

MPG City

21

MPG City

23

MPG Highway

30

MPG Highway

30
2020 Lexus IS
2020 Lexus IS
$38,560MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2021 Volkswagen Golf GTI
2021 Volkswagen Golf GTI
$28,695MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2020 Lexus IS
$38,560MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2021 Volkswagen Golf GTI
$28,695MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
Overview
MSRP
$38,560
$28,695
Average price
$29,445
$25,541
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  • Outdated technology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?
Video
No video found
No video found
Popular Features & Specs
Engine
2.0L 241 hp I4
2.0L 228 hp I4
Drive Train
RWD
FWD
Seating Capacity
5
5
Horsepower
241 hp @ 5800 rpm
228 hp @ 5000 rpm
MPG City
21
23
MPG Highway
30
30
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