2021 MINI Cooper vs 2021 Volkswagen Golf GTI
Overview | |
MSRP$22,400 | MSRP$28,695 |
Average price$24,715 | Average price$26,379 |
Listings325 | Listings69 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews5.0 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.8 out of 10 |
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2021 MINI Cooper Reviews SummaryThe MINI Cooper is a funky little car with a big attitude that screams nostalgia. The BMW-owned automaker marches to the beat of its own drum, and while the MINI Cooper isn’t the most practical or best equipped car in its class, its unique styling and classic fun-loving attitude will be just what the doctor ordered for many buyers. The Cooper is available in body styles that include the two-door Mini Cooper Hardtop, a four-door hardtop, and a convertible. Other variants of the Cooper go by different names, such as the larger MINI Countryman crossover and the Clubman wagon. Updates for the 2021 model year includes several new features and the re-addition of a manual transmission option. Two new special editions are also available: MINI Sidewalk and John Cooper Works GP. The MINI Cooper's odd place in the market pits it against several competitors from various classes. New car buyers may cross-shop the Mazda MX-5 Miata, BMW 2 Series, Kia Soul, Kia Seltos, Subaru BRZ, Toyota GR86, Hyundai Kona, or Mazda MX-30 when making a buying decision on the MINI. Prior to their discontinuation, the Ford Fiesta and Honda Fit were solid Mini competitors as well. | |
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 | |
Engine1.5L 134 hp I3 | Engine2.0L 228 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity4 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower134 hp @ 4400 rpm | Horsepower228 hp @ 5000 rpm |
MPG City26 | MPG City23 |
MPG Highway37 | MPG Highway30 |
Engine | |
Engine Name1.5L 134 hp I3 | Engine Name2.0L 228 hp I4 |
Torque162 lb-ft @ 1250 rpm | Torque258 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm |
Horsepower134 hp @ 4400 rpm | Horsepower228 hp @ 5000 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City26 | MPG City23 |
MPG Highway37 | MPG Highway30 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity4 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall4 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space8.7 cu ft | Cargo Space17.4 cu ft |
Curb Weight2707 lbs | Curb Weight3133 lbs |
Height55.7 in | Height57.8 in |
Length151.1 in | Length168.0 in |
Width76.1 in | Width70.8 in |
Wheelbase98.2 in | Wheelbase103.6 in |
Maximum Payload818 lbs | Maximum Payload915 lbs |
Number of doors2 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $22,400 | $28,695 |
Average price | $24,715 | $26,379 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.7 | 5.0 |
Expert reviews | 5.0 out of 10Read full review | 7.8 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | The MINI Cooper is a funky little car with a big attitude that screams nostalgia. The BMW-owned automaker marches to the beat of its own drum, and while the MINI Cooper isn’t the most practical or best equipped car in its class, its unique styling and classic fun-loving attitude will be just what the doctor ordered for many buyers. The Cooper is available in body styles that include the two-door Mini Cooper Hardtop, a four-door hardtop, and a convertible. Other variants of the Cooper go by different names, such as the larger MINI Countryman crossover and the Clubman wagon. Updates for the 2021 model year includes several new features and the re-addition of a manual transmission option. Two new special editions are also available: MINI Sidewalk and John Cooper Works GP. The MINI Cooper's odd place in the market pits it against several competitors from various classes. New car buyers may cross-shop the Mazda MX-5 Miata, BMW 2 Series, Kia Soul, Kia Seltos, Subaru BRZ, Toyota GR86, Hyundai Kona, or Mazda MX-30 when making a buying decision on the MINI. Prior to their discontinuation, the Ford Fiesta and Honda Fit were solid Mini competitors as well. | 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 | 1.5L 134 hp I3 | 2.0L 228 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 4 | 5 |
Horsepower | 134 hp @ 4400 rpm | 228 hp @ 5000 rpm |
MPG City | 26 | 23 |
MPG Highway | 37 | 30 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 1.5L 134 hp I3 | 2.0L 228 hp I4 |
Torque | 162 lb-ft @ 1250 rpm | 258 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm |
Horsepower | 134 hp @ 4400 rpm | 228 hp @ 5000 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 26 | 23 |
MPG Highway | 37 | 30 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 4 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 4 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 8.7 cu ft | 17.4 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 2707 lbs | 3133 lbs |
Height | 55.7 in | 57.8 in |
Length | 151.1 in | 168.0 in |
Width | 76.1 in | 70.8 in |
Wheelbase | 98.2 in | 103.6 in |
Maximum Payload | 818 lbs | 915 lbs |
Number of doors | 2 | 4 |
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