Volkswagen Golf GTI vs Subaru Impreza WRX STI

2022 Volkswagen Golf GTI
2022 Volkswagen Golf GTI
$29,880MSRP
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2014 Subaru Impreza WRX STI
2014 Subaru Impreza WRX STI
$34,495MSRP
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2022 Volkswagen Golf GTI
$29,880MSRP
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2014 Subaru Impreza WRX STI
$34,495MSRP
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MSRP

$29,880

MSRP

$34,495

Average price

$18,939

Average price

$21,957

Listings

3557

Listings

840
Ratings & Reviews
User Reviews
User Reviews

Expert reviews

8.0 out of 10

Expert reviews

Pros
  • Powerful engine
  • Manual transmission available
  • Great handling
Cons
  • Potentially polarizing design
  • Unintuitive technology
  • Prices rise quickly

Reviews 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.

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Popular Features & Specs

Engine

2.0L 241 hp I4

Engine

2.5L 305 hp H4

Drive Train

FWD

Drive Train

AWD

Seating Capacity

5

Seating Capacity

5

Horsepower

241 hp @ 5000 rpm

Horsepower

305 hp @ 6000 rpm

MPG City

25

MPG City

17

MPG Highway

34

MPG Highway

23
2022 Volkswagen Golf GTI
2022 Volkswagen Golf GTI
$29,880MSRP
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2014 Subaru Impreza WRX STI
2014 Subaru Impreza WRX STI
$34,495MSRP
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2022 Volkswagen Golf GTI
$29,880MSRP
Overview
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2014 Subaru Impreza WRX STI
$34,495MSRP
Overview
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Overview
MSRP
$29,880
$34,495
Average price
$18,939
$21,957
Listings
Ratings & Reviews
User reviews
4.6
4.8
Expert reviews

8.0 out of 10

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Pros & cons
Pros
  • Powerful engine
  • Manual transmission available
  • Great handling
Cons
  • Potentially polarizing design
  • Unintuitive technology
  • Prices rise quickly
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.
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Popular Features & Specs
Engine
2.0L 241 hp I4
2.5L 305 hp H4
Drive Train
FWD
AWD
Seating Capacity
5
5
Horsepower
241 hp @ 5000 rpm
305 hp @ 6000 rpm
MPG City
25
17
MPG Highway
34
23
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