Honda Civic Type R vs Volkswagen Golf R
Overview | |
Years produced2012-2013 | Years produced2017-2021 |
MSRP$47,100 | MSRP$43,795 |
Listings776 | Listings1293 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.7 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.2 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryThe 2025 Volkswagen Golf R is the hotter of VW’s two hot hatchbacks, boasting more power than its Golf GTI platform mate, plus a standard all-wheel-drive system (AWD), known as 4Motion, and a commensurately higher base price that puts it in the same competitive set as the Honda Civic Type R and Toyota GR Corolla. The current-generation Golf R was launched as a 2022 model but gains a handful of small updates for 2025, including a new touchscreen infotainment system and two new styling packages. Verdict: It’s hard to fault the Golf R’s performance capabilities and everyday usability, but the same can be said of its GTI sibling. | |
Reviews SummaryWhen we think Civic, our minds don’t instinctively leap toward the Type R. This isn’t a commuter special priced for newly minted drivers and aimed at sensible manners and good fuel economy. Driving the Type R is something else entirely: bombastic, fast, and an instantly memorable experience. With more power and performance, the new 2023 Honda Civic Type R provides a more exhilarating driving experience than ever before. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 328 hp I4 | Engine2.0L 315 hp I4 |
Drive TrainAWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity4 |
Horsepower328 hp @ 5850 rpm | Horsepower315 hp @ 6500 rpm |
MPG City22 | MPG City22 |
MPG Highway31 | MPG Highway28 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 328 hp I4 | Engine Name2.0L 315 hp I4 |
Torque295 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm | Torque310 lb-ft @ 2600 rpm |
Horsepower328 hp @ 5850 rpm | Horsepower315 hp @ 6500 rpm |
DrivetrainAWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City22 | MPG City22 |
MPG Highway31 | MPG Highway28 |
Interior | |
Leather SeatsOptional | Leather Seats |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity4 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemOptional | Navigation SystemStandard |
Sunroof/MoonroofOptional | Sunroof/Moonroof |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space19.9 cu ft | Cargo Space24.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight3450 lbs | Curb Weight3118 lbs |
Height57.8 in | Height55.4 in |
Length169.1 in | Length180.9 in |
Width81.6 in | Width74.4 in |
Wheelbase103.5 in | Wheelbase107.7 in |
Maximum Payload959 lbs | Maximum Payload680 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 2012-2013 | 2017-2021 |
MSRP | $47,100 | $43,795 |
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Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.7 out of 10Read full review | 8.2 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | The 2025 Volkswagen Golf R is the hotter of VW’s two hot hatchbacks, boasting more power than its Golf GTI platform mate, plus a standard all-wheel-drive system (AWD), known as 4Motion, and a commensurately higher base price that puts it in the same competitive set as the Honda Civic Type R and Toyota GR Corolla. The current-generation Golf R was launched as a 2022 model but gains a handful of small updates for 2025, including a new touchscreen infotainment system and two new styling packages. Verdict: It’s hard to fault the Golf R’s performance capabilities and everyday usability, but the same can be said of its GTI sibling. | When we think Civic, our minds don’t instinctively leap toward the Type R. This isn’t a commuter special priced for newly minted drivers and aimed at sensible manners and good fuel economy. Driving the Type R is something else entirely: bombastic, fast, and an instantly memorable experience. With more power and performance, the new 2023 Honda Civic Type R provides a more exhilarating driving experience than ever before. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 328 hp I4 | 2.0L 315 hp I4 |
Drive Train | AWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 4 |
Horsepower | 328 hp @ 5850 rpm | 315 hp @ 6500 rpm |
MPG City | 22 | 22 |
MPG Highway | 31 | 28 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 328 hp I4 | 2.0L 315 hp I4 |
Torque | 295 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm | 310 lb-ft @ 2600 rpm |
Horsepower | 328 hp @ 5850 rpm | 315 hp @ 6500 rpm |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 22 | 22 |
MPG Highway | 31 | 28 |
Interior | ||
Leather Seats | Optional | |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 4 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Optional | Standard |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Optional | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 19.9 cu ft | 24.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3450 lbs | 3118 lbs |
Height | 57.8 in | 55.4 in |
Length | 169.1 in | 180.9 in |
Width | 81.6 in | 74.4 in |
Wheelbase | 103.5 in | 107.7 in |
Maximum Payload | 959 lbs | 680 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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