2021 Volkswagen Golf GTI vs 2020 Nissan Maxima
Overview | |
MSRP$34,450 | MSRP$28,695 |
Average price$21,505 | Average price$25,454 |
Listings281 | Listings60 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.8 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.8 out of 10 |
Pros
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2020 Nissan Maxima Reviews SummaryDespite finding itself inside a rapidly shrinking segment, the Nissan Maxima shines through with its plush accommodations, potent powertrain, luxe interior, and spacious trunk. The Maxima has continued to be upgraded since its current generation debuted, making it worthy of a long look if you’re in the market for an SUV alternative. Nissan refreshed the Maxima for the 2019 model year, so changes for 2020 are minimal. | |
2021 Volkswagen Golf GTI Reviews SummaryNow 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 | |
Engine3.5L 300 hp V6 | Engine2.0L 228 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower300 hp @ 6400 rpm | Horsepower228 hp @ 5000 rpm |
MPG City20 | MPG City23 |
MPG Highway30 | MPG Highway30 |
Engine | |
Engine Name3.5L 300 hp V6 | Engine Name2.0L 228 hp I4 |
Torque261 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm | Torque258 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm |
Horsepower300 hp @ 6400 rpm | Horsepower228 hp @ 5000 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City20 | MPG City23 |
MPG Highway30 | MPG Highway30 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space14.3 cu ft | Cargo Space17.4 cu ft |
Curb Weight3559 lbs | Curb Weight3133 lbs |
Height56.5 in | Height57.8 in |
Length192.8 in | Length168.0 in |
Width73.2 in | Width70.8 in |
Wheelbase109.3 in | Wheelbase103.6 in |
Maximum Payload1126 lbs | Maximum Payload915 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $34,450 | $28,695 |
Average price | $21,505 | $25,454 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.3 | 5.0 |
Expert reviews | 7.8 out of 10Read full review | 7.8 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | Despite finding itself inside a rapidly shrinking segment, the Nissan Maxima shines through with its plush accommodations, potent powertrain, luxe interior, and spacious trunk. The Maxima has continued to be upgraded since its current generation debuted, making it worthy of a long look if you’re in the market for an SUV alternative. Nissan refreshed the Maxima for the 2019 model year, so changes for 2020 are minimal. | 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 | 3.5L 300 hp V6 | 2.0L 228 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 300 hp @ 6400 rpm | 228 hp @ 5000 rpm |
MPG City | 20 | 23 |
MPG Highway | 30 | 30 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 3.5L 300 hp V6 | 2.0L 228 hp I4 |
Torque | 261 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm | 258 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm |
Horsepower | 300 hp @ 6400 rpm | 228 hp @ 5000 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 20 | 23 |
MPG Highway | 30 | 30 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 14.3 cu ft | 17.4 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3559 lbs | 3133 lbs |
Height | 56.5 in | 57.8 in |
Length | 192.8 in | 168.0 in |
Width | 73.2 in | 70.8 in |
Wheelbase | 109.3 in | 103.6 in |
Maximum Payload | 1126 lbs | 915 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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