Hyundai Sonata vs Volkswagen Golf GTI
Overview | |
Years produced1989-Present | Years produced1985-1992 |
MSRP$24,150 | MSRP$31,965 |
Average price$17,155 | Average price$24,503 |
Listings1102 | Listings559 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.0 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.8 out of 10 |
Pros
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Reviews SummaryDespite having the onerous task of competing against segment mainstays like the Toyota Camry and Honda Accord—and combating waning consumer interest in midsize sedans—the Hyundai Sonata continues to play to its strengths. By offering tremendous value, exceptional quality, and a surprisingly sporty N Line variant, the Sonata can more than hold its own against the segment favourites. | |
Reviews SummaryThe 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 | |
Engine2.5L 191 hp I4 | Engine2.0L 241 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower191 hp @ 6100 rpm | Horsepower241 hp @ 5000 rpm |
MPG City27 | MPG City24 |
MPG Highway37 | MPG Highway33 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.5L 191 hp I4 | Engine Name2.0L 241 hp I4 |
Torque181 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | Torque273 lb-ft @ 1750 rpm |
Horsepower191 hp @ 6100 rpm | Horsepower241 hp @ 5000 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City27 | MPG City24 |
MPG Highway37 | MPG Highway33 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space16.0 cu ft | Cargo Space19.9 cu ft |
Curb Weight3120 lbs | Curb Weight3188 lbs |
Height56.9 in | Height57.6 in |
Length192.9 in | Length168.8 in |
Width73.2 in | Width81.6 in |
Wheelbase111.8 in | Wheelbase103.6 in |
Maximum Payload1234 lbs | Maximum Payload904 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
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Overview | ||
Years produced | 1989-Present | 1985-1992 |
MSRP | $24,150 | $31,965 |
Average price | $17,155 | $24,503 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.4 | 4.6 |
Expert reviews | 8.0 out of 10Read full review | 7.8 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | Despite having the onerous task of competing against segment mainstays like the Toyota Camry and Honda Accord—and combating waning consumer interest in midsize sedans—the Hyundai Sonata continues to play to its strengths. By offering tremendous value, exceptional quality, and a surprisingly sporty N Line variant, the Sonata can more than hold its own against the segment favourites. | 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 | 2.5L 191 hp I4 | 2.0L 241 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 191 hp @ 6100 rpm | 241 hp @ 5000 rpm |
MPG City | 27 | 24 |
MPG Highway | 37 | 33 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.5L 191 hp I4 | 2.0L 241 hp I4 |
Torque | 181 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | 273 lb-ft @ 1750 rpm |
Horsepower | 191 hp @ 6100 rpm | 241 hp @ 5000 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 27 | 24 |
MPG Highway | 37 | 33 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 16.0 cu ft | 19.9 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3120 lbs | 3188 lbs |
Height | 56.9 in | 57.6 in |
Length | 192.9 in | 168.8 in |
Width | 73.2 in | 81.6 in |
Wheelbase | 111.8 in | 103.6 in |
Maximum Payload | 1234 lbs | 904 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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