Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs Volkswagen Golf GTI
Overview | |
MSRP$63,900 | MSRP$32,445 |
Listings687 | Listings518 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews | Expert reviews7.8 out of 10 |
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Reviews Summary | |
Reviews SummaryRent a car while abroad, and there’s a decent chance the agent at the counter will ask if you’d like to upgrade to one equipped with an automatic transmission. Manual transmissions are just more common overseas, particularly in Europe. So, it’s interesting to learn that VW’s decision to drop the manual transmission from the 2025 Volkswagen Golf GTI was driven by a lack of demand in Germany, and despite increased demand in North America. The loss of the stick shift is a big deal —this is one of the first ever hot hatchbacks, after all — but it’s only the headline among a short list of notable changes the car receives for this model year. Verdict: The 2025 Volkswagen Golf GTI is still one of the best hatchbacks you can buy today. With a terrific powertrain and everyday practicality, it’s an ideal choice for anyone looking for a useful car that’s also extremely fun to drive. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 255 hp I4 | Engine2.0L 241 hp I4 |
Drive TrainRWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower255 hp @ 5800 rpm | Horsepower241 hp @ 5000 rpm |
MPG City25 | MPG City24 |
MPG Highway33 | MPG Highway32 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 255 hp I4 | Engine Name2.0L 241 hp I4 |
Torque295 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm | Torque273 lb-ft @ 1750 rpm |
Horsepower255 hp @ 5800 rpm | Horsepower241 hp @ 5000 rpm |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City25 | MPG City24 |
MPG Highway33 | MPG Highway32 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation SystemStandard |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/Moonroof |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space12.7 cu ft | Cargo Space19.9 cu ft |
Curb Weight4134 lbs | Curb Weight3183 lbs |
Height57.9 in | Height57.7 in |
Length194.9 in | Length168.9 in |
Width81.3 in | Width81.6 in |
Wheelbase116.6 in | Wheelbase103.6 in |
Maximum Payload1267 lbs | Maximum Payload926 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $63,900 | $32,445 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.8 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | Rent a car while abroad, and there’s a decent chance the agent at the counter will ask if you’d like to upgrade to one equipped with an automatic transmission. Manual transmissions are just more common overseas, particularly in Europe. So, it’s interesting to learn that VW’s decision to drop the manual transmission from the 2025 Volkswagen Golf GTI was driven by a lack of demand in Germany, and despite increased demand in North America. The loss of the stick shift is a big deal —this is one of the first ever hot hatchbacks, after all — but it’s only the headline among a short list of notable changes the car receives for this model year. Verdict: The 2025 Volkswagen Golf GTI is still one of the best hatchbacks you can buy today. With a terrific powertrain and everyday practicality, it’s an ideal choice for anyone looking for a useful car that’s also extremely fun to drive. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 255 hp I4 | 2.0L 241 hp I4 |
Drive Train | RWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 255 hp @ 5800 rpm | 241 hp @ 5000 rpm |
MPG City | 25 | 24 |
MPG Highway | 33 | 32 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 255 hp I4 | 2.0L 241 hp I4 |
Torque | 295 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm | 273 lb-ft @ 1750 rpm |
Horsepower | 255 hp @ 5800 rpm | 241 hp @ 5000 rpm |
Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 25 | 24 |
MPG Highway | 33 | 32 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | Standard |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 12.7 cu ft | 19.9 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4134 lbs | 3183 lbs |
Height | 57.9 in | 57.7 in |
Length | 194.9 in | 168.9 in |
Width | 81.3 in | 81.6 in |
Wheelbase | 116.6 in | 103.6 in |
Maximum Payload | 1267 lbs | 926 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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