Is it just me or, do these cars look pretty much the exact same?
VW Golf GTI vs VW Polo GTI 1.4 TSI
| Category | VW Polo GTI 1.4 TSI | VW Golf GTI (Mk VI) |
|---|---|---|
| Max power (ps / bhp) | 179 / 177 | 211 / 208 |
| Max torque (Nm / lb-ft) | 250 / 184 | 280 / 207 |
| Curb weight (kg / lb) | 1207 / 2661 | 1357 / 2992 |
| Power / tonne (ps / bhp) | 149 / 147 | 155 / 153 |
| Average price | €25,000 | €28,000 |
Lap Times
| Track | VW Polo GTI 1.4 TSI | VW Golf GTI (Mk VI) |
|---|---|---|
| Autozeitung test track | 1:49.70 | 1:45.90 |
| Harewood Hill Climb | 1:10.45 | 1:08.85 |
| Megara | 1:15.35 | 1:14.04 |
| Sachsenring | 1:49.36 | 1:48.05 |
| Vairano Handling Course | 1:25.94 | 1:26.07 |
| Hockenheim Short | 1:20.70 | 1:19.80 |
Acceleration
| Speed & distance | VW Polo GTI 1.4 TSI | VW Golf GTI (Mk VI) |
|---|---|---|
| 0 - 40 kph | 2.1 s | 2.2 s |
| 0 - 50 kph | 2.6 s | 2.7 s |
| 0 - 100 kph | 6.6 s | 6.2 s |
| 0 - 130 kph | 10.6 s | 10.4 s |
| 0 - 200 kph | 29.9 s | 26.4 s |
| 80 - 120 kph (6) | 8.0 s | 9.1 s |
| Est. 100 - 200 kph | 25.2 s | 19.8 s |
| 0 - 100 mph | 16.3 s | 15.0 s |
| Est. 1/8 mile | 10.5 s @ 80.8 mph | 10.4 s @ 82.6 mph |
| 1/4 mile | 14.9 s | 14.5 s @ 100.0 mph |
| Est. 1/2 mile | 25.6 s @ 116.8 mph | 24.3 s @ 121.2 mph |
General performance
| Category | VW Polo GTI 1.4 TSI | VW Golf GTI (Mk VI) |
|---|---|---|
| Top speed | 229 kph (142 mph) | 240 kph (149 mph) |
| Est. max acceleration | 0.47 g (5 m/s²) | 0.47 g (5 m/s²) |
| Fuel economy | 9.8 l/100 km (24 mpg US / 29 UK) | 8.2 l/100 km (29 mpg US / 34 UK) |
| 100 kph - 0 | 37 m (122 ft) | 37 m (121 ft) |
Summary
| Category | VW Polo GTI 1.4 TSI | VW Golf GTI (Mk VI) |
|---|---|---|
| Track Performance | 571 | 600 |
| Straight line speed | 1492 | 1565 |
| Total | 2063 | 2164 |
Verdict
There is no clear winner in this comparison.
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jeremyclarkson1 2y ago @FastestLaps
ye true, but overall, i think they are quite similar, but sorry i only looked at the front and sides
FastestLaps 2y ago @jeremyclarkson1
Btw, I really like how the new Polo GTI looks. Maybe more than the Golf GTI.
VW Polo GTI owner 1y ago
I own 2013 CTH engine block, Wagner Tunning edition Polo GTI, approx 190 bg, 260 Nm Torque, it is just about 100000 km, still it excites me. I had no problems at all. Golf GTI is slightly better.
