2023 Nissan Versa vs 2022 Volkswagen Golf GTI
Overview | |
MSRP$29,880 | MSRP$15,980 |
Listings31 | Listings23 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.0 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.3 out of 10 |
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2022 Volkswagen Golf GTI 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 Honda Civic Si and Subaru WRX. With regards to performance, the GTI is a new vehicle that leaves almost nothing to be desired. | |
2023 Nissan Versa Reviews SummaryIt’s getting hard to find a basic subcompact sedan, but Nissan is keeping the faith. The Nissan Versa returned to the Canadian line-up in the 2021 model year after a six-year hiatus, slotting below the Sentra in the lineup. The most recent redesign was just a year earlier, for the 2020 model year. For 2023, the Versa gets a handful of updates, including freshened styling and more available tech features. In addition to the Versa S, the lineup includes SV and SR models; we tested the latter for this review. Since the Versa has been on sale, the ranks of subcompact cars have thinned considerably. The Chevrolet Sonic, the Ford Fiesta, the Honda Fit, the Hyundai Accent, and the Toyota Yaris are no longer sold in North America. That leaves the Kia Rio and the Mitsubishi Mirage hatchback as the Versa’s main competitors, and the Rio is on its way out of Canada for 2024 as well. But, as is always the case in this market segment, shoppers must also consider whether to buy a new car like the Versa or a potentially better-equipped used car for similar money. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 241 hp I4 | Engine1.6L 122 hp I4 |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower241 hp @ 5000 rpm | Horsepower122 hp @ 6300 rpm |
MPG City25 | MPG City32 |
MPG Highway34 | MPG Highway40 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 241 hp I4 | Engine Name1.6L 122 hp I4 |
Torque273 lb-ft @ 1750 rpm | Torque114 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
Horsepower241 hp @ 5000 rpm | Horsepower122 hp @ 6300 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City25 | MPG City32 |
MPG Highway34 | MPG Highway40 |
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 Space14.7 cu ft |
Curb Weight3190 lbs | Curb Weight2650 lbs |
Height57.6 in | Height57.3 in |
Length168.8 in | Length177.0 in |
Width70.4 in | Width68.5 in |
Wheelbase103.6 in | Wheelbase103.1 in |
Maximum Payload915 lbs | Maximum Payload955 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $29,880 | $15,980 |
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Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 8.0 out of 10Read full review | 7.3 out of 10Read full review |
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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 Honda Civic Si and Subaru WRX. With regards to performance, the GTI is a new vehicle that leaves almost nothing to be desired. | It’s getting hard to find a basic subcompact sedan, but Nissan is keeping the faith. The Nissan Versa returned to the Canadian line-up in the 2021 model year after a six-year hiatus, slotting below the Sentra in the lineup. The most recent redesign was just a year earlier, for the 2020 model year. For 2023, the Versa gets a handful of updates, including freshened styling and more available tech features. In addition to the Versa S, the lineup includes SV and SR models; we tested the latter for this review. Since the Versa has been on sale, the ranks of subcompact cars have thinned considerably. The Chevrolet Sonic, the Ford Fiesta, the Honda Fit, the Hyundai Accent, and the Toyota Yaris are no longer sold in North America. That leaves the Kia Rio and the Mitsubishi Mirage hatchback as the Versa’s main competitors, and the Rio is on its way out of Canada for 2024 as well. But, as is always the case in this market segment, shoppers must also consider whether to buy a new car like the Versa or a potentially better-equipped used car for similar money. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 241 hp I4 | 1.6L 122 hp I4 |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 241 hp @ 5000 rpm | 122 hp @ 6300 rpm |
MPG City | 25 | 32 |
MPG Highway | 34 | 40 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 241 hp I4 | 1.6L 122 hp I4 |
Torque | 273 lb-ft @ 1750 rpm | 114 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
Horsepower | 241 hp @ 5000 rpm | 122 hp @ 6300 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 25 | 32 |
MPG Highway | 34 | 40 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 19.9 cu ft | 14.7 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3190 lbs | 2650 lbs |
Height | 57.6 in | 57.3 in |
Length | 168.8 in | 177.0 in |
Width | 70.4 in | 68.5 in |
Wheelbase | 103.6 in | 103.1 in |
Maximum Payload | 915 lbs | 955 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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