Volkswagen Golf GTI vs Lexus IS
Overview | |
MSRP$29,880 | MSRP$39,125 |
Average price$18,939 | Average price$25,107 |
Listings3539 | Listings4619 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.0 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.2 out of 10 |
Pros
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Reviews SummaryWith its updated engine, revised suspension, and tech-forward interior, the latest iteration of Volkswagen’s legendary GTI looks ready to do battle with the Hyundai Veloster N as well as the upcoming Honda Civic Si and Subaru WRX. With regards to performance, the new GTI leaves almost nothing to be desired. | |
Reviews SummaryAfter a substantial refresh for the 2021 model year, the 2022 Lexus IS lineup returns with a handful of minor updates and a significant improvement in performance. The new 2022 Lexus IS 500 F Sport Performance also debuts this year, packing a normally-aspirated 5.0-liter V8 and laugh-riot driving dynamics. We sampled the new 2022 IS 500 in the suburbs and outskirts of Phoenix, and if you’re among the driving enthusiasts who miss the discontinued Lexus GS F, this is a credible substitute. | |
Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 241 hp I4 | Engine2.0L 241 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainRWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower241 hp @ 5000 rpm | Horsepower241 hp @ 5800 rpm |
MPG City25 | MPG City21 |
MPG Highway34 | MPG Highway31 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 241 hp I4 | Engine Name2.0L 241 hp I4 |
Torque273 lb-ft @ 1750 rpm | Torque258 lb-ft @ 1650 rpm |
Horsepower241 hp @ 5000 rpm | Horsepower241 hp @ 5800 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainRWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City25 | MPG City21 |
MPG Highway34 | MPG Highway31 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space19.9 cu ft | Cargo Space10.8 cu ft |
Curb Weight3113 lbs | Curb Weight3715 lbs |
Height57.6 in | Height56.5 in |
Length168.8 in | Length185.4 in |
Width70.4 in | Width72.4 in |
Wheelbase103.6 in | Wheelbase110.2 in |
Maximum Payload915 lbs | Maximum Payload825 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $29,880 | $39,125 |
Average price | $18,939 | $25,107 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.6 | 4.5 |
Expert reviews | 8.0 out of 10Read full review | 8.2 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | With its updated engine, revised suspension, and tech-forward interior, the latest iteration of Volkswagen’s legendary GTI looks ready to do battle with the Hyundai Veloster N as well as the upcoming Honda Civic Si and Subaru WRX. With regards to performance, the new GTI leaves almost nothing to be desired. | After a substantial refresh for the 2021 model year, the 2022 Lexus IS lineup returns with a handful of minor updates and a significant improvement in performance. The new 2022 Lexus IS 500 F Sport Performance also debuts this year, packing a normally-aspirated 5.0-liter V8 and laugh-riot driving dynamics. We sampled the new 2022 IS 500 in the suburbs and outskirts of Phoenix, and if you’re among the driving enthusiasts who miss the discontinued Lexus GS F, this is a credible substitute. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 241 hp I4 | 2.0L 241 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | RWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 241 hp @ 5000 rpm | 241 hp @ 5800 rpm |
MPG City | 25 | 21 |
MPG Highway | 34 | 31 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 241 hp I4 | 2.0L 241 hp I4 |
Torque | 273 lb-ft @ 1750 rpm | 258 lb-ft @ 1650 rpm |
Horsepower | 241 hp @ 5000 rpm | 241 hp @ 5800 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 25 | 21 |
MPG Highway | 34 | 31 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 19.9 cu ft | 10.8 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3113 lbs | 3715 lbs |
Height | 57.6 in | 56.5 in |
Length | 168.8 in | 185.4 in |
Width | 70.4 in | 72.4 in |
Wheelbase | 103.6 in | 110.2 in |
Maximum Payload | 915 lbs | 825 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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