2021 Lexus IS vs 2022 Volkswagen Golf GTI
Overview | |
MSRP$39,050 | MSRP$29,880 |
Average price$35,817 | Average price$29,276 |
Listings471 | Listings92 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.3 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.0 out of 10 |
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2021 Lexus IS Reviews SummaryThe Lexus IS enters its fourth generation of production, embodying lessons learned from the LC and RC. The 2021 IS targets enthusiast drivers and luxury buyers who might be thinking German first, and it seeks to recalibrate expectations of what a compact luxury sports sedan can be. | |
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. | |
Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 241 hp I4 | Engine2.0L 241 hp I4 |
Drive TrainRWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower241 hp @ 5800 rpm | Horsepower241 hp @ 5000 rpm |
MPG City21 | MPG City25 |
MPG Highway31 | MPG Highway34 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 241 hp I4 | Engine Name2.0L 241 hp I4 |
Torque258 lb-ft @ 1650 rpm | Torque273 lb-ft @ 1750 rpm |
Horsepower241 hp @ 5800 rpm | Horsepower241 hp @ 5000 rpm |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City21 | MPG City25 |
MPG Highway31 | MPG Highway34 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space10.8 cu ft | Cargo Space19.9 cu ft |
Curb Weight3715 lbs | Curb Weight3113 lbs |
Height56.5 in | Height57.6 in |
Length185.4 in | Length168.8 in |
Width72.4 in | Width70.4 in |
Wheelbase110.2 in | Wheelbase103.6 in |
Maximum Payload | Maximum Payload915 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $39,050 | $29,880 |
Average price | $35,817 | $29,276 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.5 | 4.8 |
Expert reviews | 7.3 out of 10Read full review | 8.0 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | The Lexus IS enters its fourth generation of production, embodying lessons learned from the LC and RC. The 2021 IS targets enthusiast drivers and luxury buyers who might be thinking German first, and it seeks to recalibrate expectations of what a compact luxury sports sedan can be. | 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 | 2.0L 241 hp I4 | 2.0L 241 hp I4 |
Drive Train | RWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 241 hp @ 5800 rpm | 241 hp @ 5000 rpm |
MPG City | 21 | 25 |
MPG Highway | 31 | 34 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 241 hp I4 | 2.0L 241 hp I4 |
Torque | 258 lb-ft @ 1650 rpm | 273 lb-ft @ 1750 rpm |
Horsepower | 241 hp @ 5800 rpm | 241 hp @ 5000 rpm |
Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 21 | 25 |
MPG Highway | 31 | 34 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 10.8 cu ft | 19.9 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3715 lbs | 3113 lbs |
Height | 56.5 in | 57.6 in |
Length | 185.4 in | 168.8 in |
Width | 72.4 in | 70.4 in |
Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 103.6 in |
Maximum Payload | 915 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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