2021 Volkswagen Golf GTI vs 2020 Tesla Model 3

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2021 Volkswagen Golf GTI
2021 Volkswagen Golf GTI
$28,695MSRP
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$28,695MSRP
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Overview

MSRP

$35,000

MSRP

$28,695

Listings

248

Listings

42

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  • Outdated technology

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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

Engine

2.0L 228 hp I4

Drive Train

Drive Train

FWD

Seating Capacity

5

Seating Capacity

5

Horsepower

Horsepower

228 hp @ 5000 rpm

EV Battery Capacity

50 kWh

EV Battery Capacity

MPG City

MPG City

23

MPG Highway

MPG Highway

30

Battery Charge Time (240V)

10 hours

Battery Charge Time (240V)

2020 Tesla Model 3
2020 Tesla Model 3
$35,000MSRP
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2021 Volkswagen Golf GTI
2021 Volkswagen Golf GTI
$28,695MSRP
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2020 Tesla Model 3
$35,000MSRP
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2021 Volkswagen Golf GTI
$28,695MSRP
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Overview

MSRP
$35,000
$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  • Outdated technology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 228 hp I4
Drive Train
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

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