2021 Volkswagen Golf GTI vs 2020 Tesla Model 3
Overview | |
MSRP$35,000 | MSRP$28,695 |
Listings566 | Listings54 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews | Expert reviews7.8 out of 10 |
Pros
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2020 Tesla Model 3 Reviews Summary | |
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? | |
No video found | No video found |
Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine | Engine2.0L 228 hp I4 |
Drivetrain | DrivetrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower | Horsepower228 hp @ 5000 rpm |
EV Battery Capacity50 kWh | EV Battery Capacity |
MPG City | MPG City23 |
MPG Highway | MPG Highway30 |
Battery Charge Time (240V)10 hours | Battery Charge Time (240V) |
Engine | |
Engine Name283 hp Electric | Engine Name2.0L 228 hp I4 |
Torque | Torque258 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm |
Horsepower | Horsepower228 hp @ 5000 rpm |
Battery Charge Time (240V)10 hours | Battery Charge Time (240V) |
DrivetrainAWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
EV Battery Capacity50 kWh | EV Battery Capacity |
MPG City | MPG City23 |
MPG Highway | MPG Highway30 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation System |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/Moonroof |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space15.0 cu ft | Cargo Space17.4 cu ft |
Curb Weight3624 lbs | Curb Weight3133 lbs |
Height56.8 in | Height57.8 in |
Length184.8 in | Length168.0 in |
Width82.2 in | Width70.8 in |
Wheelbase113.2 in | Wheelbase103.6 in |
Maximum Payload1181 lbs | Maximum Payload915 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $35,000 | $28,695 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.8 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | Pros
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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 228 hp I4 | |
Drivetrain | FWD | |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 228 hp @ 5000 rpm | |
EV Battery Capacity | 50 kWh | |
MPG City | 23 | |
MPG Highway | 30 | |
Battery Charge Time (240V) | 10 hours | |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 283 hp Electric | 2.0L 228 hp I4 |
Torque | 258 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm | |
Horsepower | 228 hp @ 5000 rpm | |
Battery Charge Time (240V) | 10 hours | |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 50 kWh | |
MPG City | 23 | |
MPG Highway | 30 | |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 15.0 cu ft | 17.4 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3624 lbs | 3133 lbs |
Height | 56.8 in | 57.8 in |
Length | 184.8 in | 168.0 in |
Width | 82.2 in | 70.8 in |
Wheelbase | 113.2 in | 103.6 in |
Maximum Payload | 1181 lbs | 915 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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