Volkswagen Golf GTI vs Hyundai Kona N
Overview | |
MSRP$29,880 | MSRP$34,200 |
Listings439 | Listings25 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.0 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.3 out of 10 |
Pros
Cons
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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. | |
Reviews SummaryThe Hyundai Kona adds a track-capable variant to its 2022 lineup with the new Kona N. With the dynamics of a hot hatch but the practicality of a small crossover, the Kona N is an affordable, high-performance sports SUV that is more fun than is should be. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 241 hp I4 | Engine2.0L 276 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower241 hp @ 5000 rpm | Horsepower276 hp @ 5500 rpm |
MPG City25 | MPG City20 |
MPG Highway34 | MPG Highway27 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 241 hp I4 | Engine Name2.0L 276 hp I4 |
Torque273 lb-ft @ 1750 rpm | Torque289 lb-ft @ 2100 rpm |
Horsepower241 hp @ 5000 rpm | Horsepower276 hp @ 5500 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City25 | MPG City20 |
MPG Highway34 | MPG Highway27 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation System | Navigation SystemStandard |
Safety | |
Side Crash Overall | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space19.9 cu ft | Cargo Space19.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight3113 lbs | Curb Weight3340 lbs |
Height57.6 in | Height61.6 in |
Length168.8 in | Length165.9 in |
Width70.4 in | Width70.9 in |
Wheelbase103.6 in | Wheelbase102.4 in |
Maximum Payload915 lbs | Maximum Payload1091 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $29,880 | $34,200 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 8.0 out of 10Read full review | 8.3 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
Cons
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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. | The Hyundai Kona adds a track-capable variant to its 2022 lineup with the new Kona N. With the dynamics of a hot hatch but the practicality of a small crossover, the Kona N is an affordable, high-performance sports SUV that is more fun than is should be. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 241 hp I4 | 2.0L 276 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 241 hp @ 5000 rpm | 276 hp @ 5500 rpm |
MPG City | 25 | 20 |
MPG Highway | 34 | 27 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 241 hp I4 | 2.0L 276 hp I4 |
Torque | 273 lb-ft @ 1750 rpm | 289 lb-ft @ 2100 rpm |
Horsepower | 241 hp @ 5000 rpm | 276 hp @ 5500 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 25 | 20 |
MPG Highway | 34 | 27 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 19.9 cu ft | 19.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3113 lbs | 3340 lbs |
Height | 57.6 in | 61.6 in |
Length | 168.8 in | 165.9 in |
Width | 70.4 in | 70.9 in |
Wheelbase | 103.6 in | 102.4 in |
Maximum Payload | 915 lbs | 1091 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |

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