2021 Dodge Charger vs 2021 Volkswagen Golf GTI
Overview | |
MSRP$31,125 | MSRP$28,695 |
Average price$30,500 | Average price$26,145 |
Listings1559 | Listings64 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.8 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.8 out of 10 |
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2021 Dodge Charger Reviews SummaryWhen it comes to American muscle cars, few do it better than the Dodge Charger. It’s a unique breed—new four-door muscle cars just aren’t sold in the United States. anymore. There is a new track-ready variant for the 2021 model year that pushes the limits of the car’s Hellcat V8 engine. Tamer versions of the car offer less horsepower but can still fit three car seats across the back of the car’s roomy cabin and have accommodations comfortable enough to make it a daily driver. | |
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 | |
Engine3.6L 292 hp V6 | Engine2.0L 228 hp I4 |
Drive TrainRWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower292 hp @ 6350 rpm | Horsepower228 hp @ 5000 rpm |
MPG City19 | MPG City23 |
MPG Highway30 | MPG Highway30 |
Engine | |
Engine Name3.6L 292 hp V6 | Engine Name2.0L 228 hp I4 |
Torque260 lb-ft @ 4800 rpm | Torque258 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm |
Horsepower292 hp @ 6350 rpm | Horsepower228 hp @ 5000 rpm |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City19 | MPG City23 |
MPG Highway30 | MPG Highway30 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space16.5 cu ft | Cargo Space17.4 cu ft |
Curb Weight3957 lbs | Curb Weight3133 lbs |
Height57.8 in | Height57.8 in |
Length198.4 in | Length168.0 in |
Width82.7 in | Width70.8 in |
Wheelbase120.0 in | Wheelbase103.6 in |
Maximum Payload1143 lbs | Maximum Payload915 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity1000 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $31,125 | $28,695 |
Average price | $30,500 | $26,145 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.9 | 5.0 |
Expert reviews | 7.8 out of 10Read full review | 7.8 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | When it comes to American muscle cars, few do it better than the Dodge Charger. It’s a unique breed—new four-door muscle cars just aren’t sold in the United States. anymore. There is a new track-ready variant for the 2021 model year that pushes the limits of the car’s Hellcat V8 engine. Tamer versions of the car offer less horsepower but can still fit three car seats across the back of the car’s roomy cabin and have accommodations comfortable enough to make it a daily driver. | 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 | 3.6L 292 hp V6 | 2.0L 228 hp I4 |
Drive Train | RWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 292 hp @ 6350 rpm | 228 hp @ 5000 rpm |
MPG City | 19 | 23 |
MPG Highway | 30 | 30 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 3.6L 292 hp V6 | 2.0L 228 hp I4 |
Torque | 260 lb-ft @ 4800 rpm | 258 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm |
Horsepower | 292 hp @ 6350 rpm | 228 hp @ 5000 rpm |
Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 19 | 23 |
MPG Highway | 30 | 30 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 16.5 cu ft | 17.4 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3957 lbs | 3133 lbs |
Height | 57.8 in | 57.8 in |
Length | 198.4 in | 168.0 in |
Width | 82.7 in | 70.8 in |
Wheelbase | 120.0 in | 103.6 in |
Maximum Payload | 1143 lbs | 915 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 1000 lbs | |
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