2021 Volkswagen Golf GTI vs 2021 Nissan Sentra
Overview | |
MSRP$28,695 | MSRP$19,510 |
Average price$26,144 | Average price$18,957 |
Listings56 | Listings2142 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.8 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.2 out of 10 |
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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? | |
2021 Nissan Sentra Reviews SummaryFollowing a makeover for the 2020 model year, the Nissan Sentra has ripened into a prime specimen of the compact sedan genre. With competitive safety, technology, and fuel economy now supplemented by an attractive exterior and interior design, the Sentra no longer feels like a compromise—it feels like a smart choice. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 228 hp I4 | Engine2.0L 149 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower228 hp @ 5000 rpm | Horsepower149 hp @ 6400 rpm |
MPG City23 | MPG City29 |
MPG Highway30 | MPG Highway39 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 228 hp I4 | Engine Name2.0L 149 hp I4 |
Torque258 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm | Torque146 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm |
Horsepower228 hp @ 5000 rpm | Horsepower149 hp @ 6400 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City23 | MPG City29 |
MPG Highway30 | MPG Highway39 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space17.4 cu ft | Cargo Space14.3 cu ft |
Curb Weight3133 lbs | Curb Weight3036 lbs |
Height57.8 in | Height56.9 in |
Length168.0 in | Length182.7 in |
Width70.8 in | Width71.5 in |
Wheelbase103.6 in | Wheelbase106.6 in |
Maximum Payload915 lbs | Maximum Payload921 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $28,695 | $19,510 |
Average price | $26,144 | $18,957 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 5.0 | 4.7 |
Expert reviews | 7.8 out of 10Read full review | 7.2 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | 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? | Following a makeover for the 2020 model year, the Nissan Sentra has ripened into a prime specimen of the compact sedan genre. With competitive safety, technology, and fuel economy now supplemented by an attractive exterior and interior design, the Sentra no longer feels like a compromise—it feels like a smart choice. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 228 hp I4 | 2.0L 149 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 228 hp @ 5000 rpm | 149 hp @ 6400 rpm |
MPG City | 23 | 29 |
MPG Highway | 30 | 39 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 228 hp I4 | 2.0L 149 hp I4 |
Torque | 258 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm | 146 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm |
Horsepower | 228 hp @ 5000 rpm | 149 hp @ 6400 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 23 | 29 |
MPG Highway | 30 | 39 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 17.4 cu ft | 14.3 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3133 lbs | 3036 lbs |
Height | 57.8 in | 56.9 in |
Length | 168.0 in | 182.7 in |
Width | 70.8 in | 71.5 in |
Wheelbase | 103.6 in | 106.6 in |
Maximum Payload | 915 lbs | 921 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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