2024 BMW
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2024 Volkswagen
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| MPG - City | 25 - 26 MPG | 23 - 24 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 33 - 35 MPG | 33 - 34 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | Info not available | Info not available |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic, Manual |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 255 hp | 241 hp |
| Exterior Length | 179.0 in | 168.8 in |
| Exterior Width | 72.4 in | 70.4 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 41.8 in
Rear 32.2 in |
Front 41.2 in
Rear 35.0 in |
| Head Room |
Front 39.8 in
Rear 35.0 in |
Front 38.5 in
Rear 38.1 in |
*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.
Comfort
Passengers in the back seat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Volkswagen Golf GTI than the BMW 230, due to its greater head- and legroom.
The BMW 230 will be a favorite with taller drivers due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Volkswagen Golf GTI.
Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the BMW 230 as you will with the Volkswagen Golf GTI, as they get the same number of miles per tank of gas.
Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The BMW 230 is somewhat more expensive than the Volkswagen Golf GTI.
Dimensions
Since the BMW 230 is much wider than the Volkswagen Golf GTI, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging.
If you go with the BMW 230, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Volkswagen Golf GTI.
Handling
The BMW 230 has about the same turning radius as the Volkswagen Golf GTI, allowing equal maneuverability in and out of tight spots.
Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the BMW 230 is somewhat more powerful than the Volkswagen Golf GTI.
Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the engine of the BMW 230 transmits a bit more power to the wheels than the Volkswagen Golf GTI.
Utility
The BMW 230 has less seating than the Volkswagen Golf GTI, making the Volkswagen Golf GTI the better choice if you need to chauffeur many passengers.