2021 Volkswagen Golf GTI vs 2022 Lexus IS
Overview | |
MSRP$28,695 | MSRP$39,125 |
Listings15 | Listings21 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews | Expert reviews8.2 out of 10 |
2021 Volkswagen Golf GTI Reviews Summary | |
2022 Lexus IS 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 Lexus IS 500 F Sport Performance also debuts this year, packing a normally aspirated 5.0-litre V8 and laugh-riot driving dynamics. 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 | |
Engine2.0L 228 hp I4 | Engine2.0L 241 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainRWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower228 hp @ 5000 rpm | Horsepower241 hp @ 5800 rpm |
MPG City23 | MPG City21 |
MPG Highway30 | MPG Highway31 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 228 hp I4 | Engine Name2.0L 241 hp I4 |
Torque258 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm | Torque258 lb-ft @ 1650 rpm |
Horsepower228 hp @ 5000 rpm | Horsepower241 hp @ 5800 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainRWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City23 | MPG City21 |
MPG Highway30 | MPG Highway31 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space17.4 cu ft | Cargo Space10.8 cu ft |
Curb Weight3210 lbs | Curb Weight3715 lbs |
Height57.8 in | Height56.5 in |
Length168.0 in | Length185.4 in |
Width70.8 in | Width72.4 in |
Wheelbase103.6 in | Wheelbase110.2 in |
Maximum Payload915 lbs | Maximum Payload825 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $28,695 | $39,125 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 8.2 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | ||
Summary | 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 Lexus IS 500 F Sport Performance also debuts this year, packing a normally aspirated 5.0-litre V8 and laugh-riot driving dynamics. If you’re among the driving enthusiasts who miss the discontinued Lexus GS F, this is a credible substitute. | |
Video | No video found | No video found |
Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 228 hp I4 | 2.0L 241 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | RWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 228 hp @ 5000 rpm | 241 hp @ 5800 rpm |
MPG City | 23 | 21 |
MPG Highway | 30 | 31 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 228 hp I4 | 2.0L 241 hp I4 |
Torque | 258 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm | 258 lb-ft @ 1650 rpm |
Horsepower | 228 hp @ 5000 rpm | 241 hp @ 5800 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 23 | 21 |
MPG Highway | 30 | 31 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 17.4 cu ft | 10.8 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3210 lbs | 3715 lbs |
Height | 57.8 in | 56.5 in |
Length | 168.0 in | 185.4 in |
Width | 70.8 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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