2021 Lexus ES vs 2022 Volkswagen Golf GTI
Overview | |
MSRP$40,000 | MSRP$29,880 |
Average price$33,452 | Average price$29,288 |
Listings842 | Listings96 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.3 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.0 out of 10 |
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2021 Lexus ES Reviews SummaryWhen you think of a Lexus ES, you think of a cushy, comfortable, and reliable car that your parents or grandparents might like. The roomy and quiet cabin, the relaxed driving demeanor, and the relatively affordable price all hearken back to the original Lexus mission. And these stereotypes about the car are accurate. But in F Sport trim, with the 3.5-liter V6 engine, the 2021 Lexus ES 350 shows a different side of its presumed personality. | |
2022 Volkswagen Golf GTI Reviews SummaryWith its updated engine, revised suspension, and tech-forward interior, the latest iteration of Volkswagen’s legendary GTI looks ready to do battle with the Hyundai Veloster N as well as the upcoming Honda Civic Si and Subaru WRX. With regards to performance, the new GTI leaves almost nothing to be desired. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine3.5L 302 hp V6 | Engine2.0L 241 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower302 hp @ 6600 rpm | Horsepower241 hp @ 5000 rpm |
MPG City22 | MPG City25 |
MPG Highway32 | MPG Highway34 |
Engine | |
Engine Name3.5L 302 hp V6 | Engine Name2.0L 241 hp I4 |
Torque267 lb-ft @ 4700 rpm | Torque273 lb-ft @ 1750 rpm |
Horsepower302 hp @ 6600 rpm | Horsepower241 hp @ 5000 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City22 | MPG City25 |
MPG Highway32 | MPG Highway34 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/Moonroof |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space13.9 cu ft | Cargo Space19.9 cu ft |
Curb Weight3690 lbs | Curb Weight3113 lbs |
Height56.9 in | Height57.6 in |
Length195.9 in | Length168.8 in |
Width73.4 in | Width70.4 in |
Wheelbase113.0 in | Wheelbase103.6 in |
Maximum Payload905 lbs | Maximum Payload915 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $40,000 | $29,880 |
Average price | $33,452 | $29,288 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.8 | 4.8 |
Expert reviews | 7.3 out of 10Read full review | 8.0 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | When you think of a Lexus ES, you think of a cushy, comfortable, and reliable car that your parents or grandparents might like. The roomy and quiet cabin, the relaxed driving demeanor, and the relatively affordable price all hearken back to the original Lexus mission. And these stereotypes about the car are accurate. But in F Sport trim, with the 3.5-liter V6 engine, the 2021 Lexus ES 350 shows a different side of its presumed personality. | With its updated engine, revised suspension, and tech-forward interior, the latest iteration of Volkswagen’s legendary GTI looks ready to do battle with the Hyundai Veloster N as well as the upcoming Honda Civic Si and Subaru WRX. With regards to performance, the new GTI leaves almost nothing to be desired. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 3.5L 302 hp V6 | 2.0L 241 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 302 hp @ 6600 rpm | 241 hp @ 5000 rpm |
MPG City | 22 | 25 |
MPG Highway | 32 | 34 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 3.5L 302 hp V6 | 2.0L 241 hp I4 |
Torque | 267 lb-ft @ 4700 rpm | 273 lb-ft @ 1750 rpm |
Horsepower | 302 hp @ 6600 rpm | 241 hp @ 5000 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 22 | 25 |
MPG Highway | 32 | 34 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 13.9 cu ft | 19.9 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3690 lbs | 3113 lbs |
Height | 56.9 in | 57.6 in |
Length | 195.9 in | 168.8 in |
Width | 73.4 in | 70.4 in |
Wheelbase | 113.0 in | 103.6 in |
Maximum Payload | 905 lbs | 915 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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