2020 Toyota Corolla vs 2021 Volkswagen Golf GTI
Overview | |
MSRP$19,600 | MSRP$28,695 |
Average price$18,194 | Average price$26,248 |
Listings1700 | Listings57 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.0 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.8 out of 10 |
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2020 Toyota Corolla Reviews SummaryIf ever a car was to be described as an appliance, the Toyota Corolla was it. Cheap to buy, dependable as a sunrise, thrifty with fuel, and roomy enough for a frugal family, the Corolla faithfully delivered its owners to their destinations without a hint of fuss... or emotion. That changes with the redesigned 2020 Toyota Corolla, which adds a sense of style and a bit of thrill to its longstanding mission. | |
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 | |
Engine1.8L 139 hp I4 | Engine2.0L 228 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower | Horsepower228 hp @ 5000 rpm |
MPG City30 | MPG City23 |
MPG Highway38 | MPG Highway30 |
Engine | |
Engine Name1.8L 139 hp I4 | Engine Name2.0L 228 hp I4 |
Torque | Torque258 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm |
Horsepower | Horsepower228 hp @ 5000 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City30 | MPG City23 |
MPG Highway38 | MPG Highway30 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space13.1 cu ft | Cargo Space17.4 cu ft |
Curb Weight2910 lbs | Curb Weight3133 lbs |
Height56.5 in | Height57.8 in |
Length182.3 in | Length168.0 in |
Width70.1 in | Width70.8 in |
Wheelbase106.3 in | Wheelbase103.6 in |
Maximum Payload825 lbs | Maximum Payload915 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $19,600 | $28,695 |
Average price | $18,194 | $26,248 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.5 | 5.0 |
Expert reviews | 7.0 out of 10Read full review | 7.8 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | If ever a car was to be described as an appliance, the Toyota Corolla was it. Cheap to buy, dependable as a sunrise, thrifty with fuel, and roomy enough for a frugal family, the Corolla faithfully delivered its owners to their destinations without a hint of fuss... or emotion. That changes with the redesigned 2020 Toyota Corolla, which adds a sense of style and a bit of thrill to its longstanding mission. | 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 | 1.8L 139 hp I4 | 2.0L 228 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 228 hp @ 5000 rpm | |
MPG City | 30 | 23 |
MPG Highway | 38 | 30 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 1.8L 139 hp I4 | 2.0L 228 hp I4 |
Torque | 258 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm | |
Horsepower | 228 hp @ 5000 rpm | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 30 | 23 |
MPG Highway | 38 | 30 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 13.1 cu ft | 17.4 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 2910 lbs | 3133 lbs |
Height | 56.5 in | 57.8 in |
Length | 182.3 in | 168.0 in |
Width | 70.1 in | 70.8 in |
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 103.6 in |
Maximum Payload | 825 lbs | 915 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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