2021 Volkswagen Golf GTI vs 2020 Subaru Impreza

2020 Subaru Impreza
2020 Subaru Impreza
$18,695MSRP
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2021 Volkswagen Golf GTI
2021 Volkswagen Golf GTI
$28,695MSRP
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2020 Subaru Impreza
$18,695MSRP
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2021 Volkswagen Golf GTI
$28,695MSRP
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MSRP

$18,695

MSRP

$28,695

Average price

$18,012

Average price

$25,275

Listings

235

Listings

65
Ratings & Reviews
User Reviews
User Reviews

Expert reviews

Expert reviews

7.8 out of 10
Pros
  • Manual transmission available
  • Great handling
  • Fun to drive
Cons
  • Poor ride quality
  • Not much cargo space
  • Outdated technology

2020 Subaru Impreza Reviews Summary

2021 Volkswagen Golf GTI Reviews Summary

Now in its last year of production before a major makeover, the 2021 Volkswagen Golf GTI five-door hatchback embodies the benefits (and drawbacks) of the hot hatch formula. The quick, nimble, and stylish compact delivers impressive performance—but what does it sacrifice?
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Popular Features & Specs

Engine

2.0L 152 hp H4

Engine

2.0L 228 hp I4

Drive Train

AWD

Drive Train

FWD

Seating Capacity

5

Seating Capacity

5

Horsepower

152 hp @ 6000 rpm

Horsepower

228 hp @ 5000 rpm

MPG City

28

MPG City

23

MPG Highway

36

MPG Highway

30
2020 Subaru Impreza
2020 Subaru Impreza
$18,695MSRP
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2021 Volkswagen Golf GTI
2021 Volkswagen Golf GTI
$28,695MSRP
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2020 Subaru Impreza
$18,695MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2021 Volkswagen Golf GTI
$28,695MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
Overview
MSRP
$18,695
$28,695
Average price
$18,012
$25,275
Listings
Ratings & Reviews
User reviews
4.3
5.0
Expert reviews

7.8 out of 10

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Pros & cons
Pros
  • Manual transmission available
  • Great handling
  • Fun to drive
Cons
  • Poor ride quality
  • Not much cargo space
  • Outdated technology
Summary
Now in its last year of production before a major makeover, the 2021 Volkswagen Golf GTI five-door hatchback embodies the benefits (and drawbacks) of the hot hatch formula. The quick, nimble, and stylish compact delivers impressive performance—but what does it sacrifice?
Video
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Popular Features & Specs
Engine
2.0L 152 hp H4
2.0L 228 hp I4
Drive Train
AWD
FWD
Seating Capacity
5
5
Horsepower
152 hp @ 6000 rpm
228 hp @ 5000 rpm
MPG City
28
23
MPG Highway
36
30
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