2021 Volkswagen Golf GTI vs 2022 Kia K5
Overview | |
MSRP$28,695 | MSRP$23,790 |
Average price$26,131 | Average price$24,128 |
Listings64 | Listings1052 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.8 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.8 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? | |
2022 Kia K5 Reviews SummaryLast model year, as part of a redesign of its midsize sedan, Kia changed the car’s name from Optima to K5. Rakishly attractive and an undeniably good value, the new Kia K5 is an appealing choice in a shrinking vehicle segment where it faces fewer rivals with each year that passes. For the 2022 model year, the K5 wears Kia’s redesigned emblems, upper trim levels add standard features, and a new Premium option package for the GT-Line AWD installs upgraded headlights, a heated steering wheel, a panoramic sunroof, Highway Driving Assist technology, and adaptive cruise control that can automatically adjust vehicle speed for curves. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 228 hp I4 | Engine1.6L 180 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower228 hp @ 5000 rpm | Horsepower180 hp @ 5500 rpm |
MPG City23 | MPG City27 |
MPG Highway30 | MPG Highway37 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 228 hp I4 | Engine Name1.6L 180 hp I4 |
Torque258 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm | Torque195 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm |
Horsepower228 hp @ 5000 rpm | Horsepower180 hp @ 5500 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City23 | MPG City27 |
MPG Highway30 | MPG Highway37 |
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 Space16.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight3133 lbs | Curb Weight3115 lbs |
Height57.8 in | Height56.9 in |
Length168.0 in | Length193.1 in |
Width70.8 in | Width73.2 in |
Wheelbase103.6 in | Wheelbase112.2 in |
Maximum Payload915 lbs | Maximum Payload1239 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $28,695 | $23,790 |
Average price | $26,131 | $24,128 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 5.0 | 5.0 |
Expert reviews | 7.8 out of 10Read full review | 7.8 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? | Last model year, as part of a redesign of its midsize sedan, Kia changed the car’s name from Optima to K5. Rakishly attractive and an undeniably good value, the new Kia K5 is an appealing choice in a shrinking vehicle segment where it faces fewer rivals with each year that passes. For the 2022 model year, the K5 wears Kia’s redesigned emblems, upper trim levels add standard features, and a new Premium option package for the GT-Line AWD installs upgraded headlights, a heated steering wheel, a panoramic sunroof, Highway Driving Assist technology, and adaptive cruise control that can automatically adjust vehicle speed for curves. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 228 hp I4 | 1.6L 180 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 228 hp @ 5000 rpm | 180 hp @ 5500 rpm |
MPG City | 23 | 27 |
MPG Highway | 30 | 37 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 228 hp I4 | 1.6L 180 hp I4 |
Torque | 258 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm | 195 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm |
Horsepower | 228 hp @ 5000 rpm | 180 hp @ 5500 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 23 | 27 |
MPG Highway | 30 | 37 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 17.4 cu ft | 16.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3133 lbs | 3115 lbs |
Height | 57.8 in | 56.9 in |
Length | 168.0 in | 193.1 in |
Width | 70.8 in | 73.2 in |
Wheelbase | 103.6 in | 112.2 in |
Maximum Payload | 915 lbs | 1239 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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