Volkswagen Golf GTI vs Audi A4

2022 Audi A4
2022 Audi A4
$39,900MSRP
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2024 Volkswagen Golf GTI
2024 Volkswagen Golf GTI
$31,965MSRP
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2022 Audi A4
$39,900MSRP
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2024 Volkswagen Golf GTI
$31,965MSRP
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Years produced

1996-Present

Years produced

1985-1992

MSRP

$39,900

MSRP

$31,965

Average price

$23,446

Average price

$24,324

Listings

676

Listings

581
Ratings & Reviews
User Reviews
User Reviews

Expert reviews

8.3 out of 10

Expert reviews

7.8 out of 10
Pros
  • Fun to drive
  • Impressive technology
  • Great safety ratings
Cons
  • Underwhelming base engine
  • Cramped back seat
Pros
  • Great handling
  • Manual transmission available (for now)
  • Excellent value for money
Cons
  • Potentially polarizing design
  • Poor ergonomic design

Reviews Summary

We’d forgotten just how terrific the Audi A4 can be. The compact luxury sports sedan is over half a decade old now. After a week-long stint in the US equivalent of a 2022 Audi A4 Technik 45 TFSI, we’re reminded of the A4’s fundamental appeal. From its rock-solid structure to its modern technology, nothing about the 2022 A4 telegraphs the car’s age. The A4 remains an excellent choice in a luxury sports sedan.

Reviews Summary

The eighth-generation Volkswagen Golf GTI was introduced for the 2022 model year and enters 2024 essentially unchanged. The main news is that 2024 marks the last year a manual transmission will be available in this classic hot hatchback. Volkswagen is making a 380 special edition package standard on all stick-shift GTIs to commemorate that. A more substantial update is expected for the 2025 model year.

Verdict: The GTI is a great all-rounder held back by poor interior design choices and a staid personality.

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Popular Features & Specs

Engine

2.0L 201 hp I4

Engine

2.0L 241 hp I4

Drive Train

AWD

Drive Train

FWD

Seating Capacity

5

Seating Capacity

5

Horsepower

201 hp @ 4200 rpm

Horsepower

241 hp @ 5000 rpm

MPG City

26

MPG City

24

MPG Highway

34

MPG Highway

33
2022 Audi A4
2022 Audi A4
$39,900MSRP
Overview
Overview
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2024 Volkswagen Golf GTI
2024 Volkswagen Golf GTI
$31,965MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2022 Audi A4
$39,900MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2024 Volkswagen Golf GTI
$31,965MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
Overview
Years produced
1996-Present
1985-1992
MSRP
$39,900
$31,965
Average price
$23,446
$24,324
Listings
Ratings & Reviews
User reviews
4.5
4.6
Expert reviews

8.3 out of 10

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7.8 out of 10

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Pros & cons
Pros
  • Fun to drive
  • Impressive technology
  • Great safety ratings
Cons
  • Underwhelming base engine
  • Cramped back seat
Pros
  • Great handling
  • Manual transmission available (for now)
  • Excellent value for money
Cons
  • Potentially polarizing design
  • Poor ergonomic design
Summary
We’d forgotten just how terrific the Audi A4 can be. The compact luxury sports sedan is over half a decade old now. After a week-long stint in the US equivalent of a 2022 Audi A4 Technik 45 TFSI, we’re reminded of the A4’s fundamental appeal. From its rock-solid structure to its modern technology, nothing about the 2022 A4 telegraphs the car’s age. The A4 remains an excellent choice in a luxury sports sedan.

The eighth-generation Volkswagen Golf GTI was introduced for the 2022 model year and enters 2024 essentially unchanged. The main news is that 2024 marks the last year a manual transmission will be available in this classic hot hatchback. Volkswagen is making a 380 special edition package standard on all stick-shift GTIs to commemorate that. A more substantial update is expected for the 2025 model year.

Verdict: The GTI is a great all-rounder held back by poor interior design choices and a staid personality.

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Popular Features & Specs
Engine
2.0L 201 hp I4
2.0L 241 hp I4
Drive Train
AWD
FWD
Seating Capacity
5
5
Horsepower
201 hp @ 4200 rpm
241 hp @ 5000 rpm
MPG City
26
24
MPG Highway
34
33
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