Volkswagen Golf vs Volkswagen Golf GTI
Overview | |
MSRP$17,995 | MSRP$24,995 |
Listings60 | Listings207 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.5 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.3 out of 10 |
Reviews SummaryThe Volkswagen Golf practically defines the hatchback, and the latest version is no exception. With a refined interior and an engaging, let’s-take-the-back-road driving demeanor, the new Golf is a fun yet practical little car. Don’t expect it to be cheap, though, especially if you want modern creature comforts. | |
Reviews SummaryDriving is fun. You might not realize this because of the vehicles you’ve owned over the course of your lifetime, but it is true. And the 2016 Volkswagen Golf GTI is among the most entertaining rides this side of $50,000. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine1.8L 170 hp I4 | Engine2.0L 210 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower170 hp @ 4500 rpm | Horsepower210 hp @ 4500 rpm |
MPG City25 | MPG City25 |
MPG Highway37 | MPG Highway34 |
Engine | |
Engine Name1.8L 170 hp I4 | Engine Name2.0L 210 hp I4 |
Torque200 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm | Torque258 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm |
Horsepower170 hp @ 4500 rpm | Horsepower210 hp @ 4500 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City25 | MPG City25 |
MPG Highway37 | MPG Highway34 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space22.8 cu ft | Cargo Space22.8 cu ft |
Curb Weight2901 lbs | Curb Weight2972 lbs |
Height57.2 in | Height56.8 in |
Length167.5 in | Length168.0 in |
Width70.5 in | Width70.5 in |
Wheelbase103.8 in | Wheelbase103.6 in |
Maximum Payload1083 lbs | Maximum Payload1098 lbs |
Number of doors2 | Number of doors2 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $17,995 | $24,995 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.5 out of 10Read full review | 8.3 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | ||
Summary | The Volkswagen Golf practically defines the hatchback, and the latest version is no exception. With a refined interior and an engaging, let’s-take-the-back-road driving demeanor, the new Golf is a fun yet practical little car. Don’t expect it to be cheap, though, especially if you want modern creature comforts. | Driving is fun. You might not realize this because of the vehicles you’ve owned over the course of your lifetime, but it is true. And the 2016 Volkswagen Golf GTI is among the most entertaining rides this side of $50,000. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 1.8L 170 hp I4 | 2.0L 210 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 170 hp @ 4500 rpm | 210 hp @ 4500 rpm |
MPG City | 25 | 25 |
MPG Highway | 37 | 34 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 1.8L 170 hp I4 | 2.0L 210 hp I4 |
Torque | 200 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm | 258 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm |
Horsepower | 170 hp @ 4500 rpm | 210 hp @ 4500 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 25 | 25 |
MPG Highway | 37 | 34 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 22.8 cu ft | 22.8 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 2901 lbs | 2972 lbs |
Height | 57.2 in | 56.8 in |
Length | 167.5 in | 168.0 in |
Width | 70.5 in | 70.5 in |
Wheelbase | 103.8 in | 103.6 in |
Maximum Payload | 1083 lbs | 1098 lbs |
Number of doors | 2 | 2 |
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