Volkswagen Golf GTI vs Audi A4
Overview | |
Years produced1996-Present | Years produced1985-1992 |
MSRP$39,900 | MSRP$31,965 |
Average price$19,030 | Average price$19,102 |
Listings3816 | Listings4493 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.3 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.8 out of 10 |
Pros
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Reviews SummaryWe’d forgotten just how terrific the Audi A4 can be. The compact luxury sports sedan is over half a decade old now. After a week-long stint in a 2022 Audi A4 Prestige 45 TFSI, we’re reminded of the A4’s fundamental appeal. From its rock-solid structure to its modern technology, nothing about the 2022 A4 telegraphs the car’s age. The A4 remains an excellent choice in a luxury sports sedan. | |
Reviews SummaryThe eighth-generation Volkswagen Golf GTI was introduced for the 2022 model year and enters 2024 essentially unchanged. The main news is that 2024 marks the last year a manual transmission will be available in this classic hot hatchback. Volkswagen is making a 380 special edition package standard on all stick-shift GTIs to commemorate that. A more substantial update is expected for the 2025 model year. Verdict: The GTI is a great all-rounder held back by poor interior design choices and a staid personality. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 201 hp I4 | Engine2.0L 241 hp I4 |
Drive TrainAWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower201 hp @ 4200 rpm | Horsepower241 hp @ 5000 rpm |
MPG City26 | MPG City24 |
MPG Highway34 | MPG Highway33 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 201 hp I4 | Engine Name2.0L 241 hp I4 |
Torque236 lb-ft @ 1450 rpm | Torque273 lb-ft @ 1750 rpm |
Horsepower201 hp @ 4200 rpm | Horsepower241 hp @ 5000 rpm |
DrivetrainAWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City26 | MPG City24 |
MPG Highway34 | MPG Highway33 |
Interior | |
Leather SeatsStandard | Leather Seats |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/Moonroof |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space12.0 cu ft | Cargo Space19.9 cu ft |
Curb Weight3682 lbs | Curb Weight3188 lbs |
Height56.2 in | Height57.6 in |
Length187.5 in | Length168.8 in |
Width79.6 in | Width81.6 in |
Wheelbase111.0 in | Wheelbase103.6 in |
Maximum Payload1014 lbs | Maximum Payload904 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 1996-Present | 1985-1992 |
MSRP | $39,900 | $31,965 |
Average price | $19,030 | $19,102 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.5 | 4.6 |
Expert reviews | 8.3 out of 10Read full review | 7.8 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | We’d forgotten just how terrific the Audi A4 can be. The compact luxury sports sedan is over half a decade old now. After a week-long stint in a 2022 Audi A4 Prestige 45 TFSI, we’re reminded of the A4’s fundamental appeal. From its rock-solid structure to its modern technology, nothing about the 2022 A4 telegraphs the car’s age. The A4 remains an excellent choice in a luxury sports sedan. | The eighth-generation Volkswagen Golf GTI was introduced for the 2022 model year and enters 2024 essentially unchanged. The main news is that 2024 marks the last year a manual transmission will be available in this classic hot hatchback. Volkswagen is making a 380 special edition package standard on all stick-shift GTIs to commemorate that. A more substantial update is expected for the 2025 model year. Verdict: The GTI is a great all-rounder held back by poor interior design choices and a staid personality. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 201 hp I4 | 2.0L 241 hp I4 |
Drive Train | AWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 201 hp @ 4200 rpm | 241 hp @ 5000 rpm |
MPG City | 26 | 24 |
MPG Highway | 34 | 33 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 201 hp I4 | 2.0L 241 hp I4 |
Torque | 236 lb-ft @ 1450 rpm | 273 lb-ft @ 1750 rpm |
Horsepower | 201 hp @ 4200 rpm | 241 hp @ 5000 rpm |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 26 | 24 |
MPG Highway | 34 | 33 |
Interior | ||
Leather Seats | Standard | |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 12.0 cu ft | 19.9 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3682 lbs | 3188 lbs |
Height | 56.2 in | 57.6 in |
Length | 187.5 in | 168.8 in |
Width | 79.6 in | 81.6 in |
Wheelbase | 111.0 in | 103.6 in |
Maximum Payload | 1014 lbs | 904 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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