2021 Volkswagen Golf GTI vs 2021 Tesla Model 3

2021 Volkswagen Golf GTI
2021 Volkswagen Golf GTI
$28,695MSRP
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2021 Tesla Model 3
$37,990MSRP
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2021 Volkswagen Golf GTI
$28,695MSRP
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2021 Tesla Model 3
$37,990MSRP
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Overview

MSRP

$28,695

MSRP

$37,990

Listings

51

Listings

655

Ratings & Reviews

User Reviews
User Reviews

Expert reviews

7.8 out of 10

Expert reviews

Pros

  • Manual transmission available

  • Great handling

  • Fun to drive

Cons

  • Poor ride quality

  • Not much cargo space

  • Outdated technology

2021 Volkswagen Golf GTI Reviews 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?

2021 Tesla Model 3 Reviews Summary

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Popular Features & Specs

Engine

2.0L 228 hp I4

Engine

201 hp Electric

Drivetrain

FWD

Drivetrain

RWD

Seating Capacity

5

Seating Capacity

5

Horsepower

228 hp @ 5000 rpm

Horsepower

EV Battery Capacity

EV Battery Capacity

50 kWh

MPG City

23

MPG City

150

MPG Highway

30

MPG Highway

133

Battery Charge Time (240V)

Battery Charge Time (240V)

10 hours
2021 Volkswagen Golf GTI
2021 Volkswagen Golf GTI
$28,695MSRP
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2021 Tesla Model 3
2021 Tesla Model 3
$37,990MSRP
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2021 Volkswagen Golf GTI
$28,695MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2021 Tesla Model 3
$37,990MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now

Overview

MSRP
$28,695
$37,990
Listings

Ratings & Reviews

User reviews

5.0

4.6

Expert reviews

7.8 out of 10

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Pros & cons

Pros

  • Manual transmission available

  • Great handling

  • Fun to drive

Cons

  • Poor ride quality

  • Not much cargo space

  • Outdated technology

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?
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Popular Features & Specs

Engine
2.0L 228 hp I4
201 hp Electric
Drivetrain
FWD
RWD
Seating Capacity
5
5
Horsepower
228 hp @ 5000 rpm
EV Battery Capacity
50 kWh
MPG City
23
150
MPG Highway
30
133
Battery Charge Time (240V)
10 hours

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