GT or R-Line? Kia and Volkswagen both offer unique takes on the warm hatch formula, each with a distinct character.
Kia Cerato vs Volkswagen Golf Comparison
Kia Cerato
Volkswagen Golf
2024 Kia
Cerato
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2024 Volkswagen
Golf
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Based on the Kia Cerato S SAFETY PACK
Based on the Volkswagen Golf GTi
Best suitable for...
City driving
Driving the family
Fun
Fuel Efficiency
50L
340 to 370 km
50L - 55L
290 to 429 km
ANCAP Safety Rating
Warranty
7 year
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5 year
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MSRP
$27,060 - $36,860
$32,790 - $77,490
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CarExpert's Take
Mike Costello
Senior Contributor
Mike Costello drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Seven-year warranty
- Ample metal for the money
- Unexpectedly agile handling adds some interest
Misses
- Tyre roar evident on highways
- Four-star ANCAP rating unless fitted with option pack
- Smaller touchscreen than other grades
Scott Collie
Head of Content
Scott Collie drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Remains the consummate all-rounder
- Impressive front differential and DSG
- Price cut is very welcome
Misses
- Interior remains a Golf 8 weak point
- Evolution, not revolution under the bonnet
- Stock isn't as abundant as it once was
Standard Features
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | ||
Wireless phone charger | ||
Powered tailgate | ||
Rear air vents | ||
Adaptive cruise control | ||
Climate control | ||
Reversing sensors | ||
Reversing camera | ||
Autonomous emergency braking | ||
Optional Features
- Premium Paint (+$520)
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Colours Available
The Cerato range is available in nine finishes:
- Clear White
- Snow White Pearl*
- Mineral Blue*
- Silky Silver*
- Horizon Blue*
- Steel Grey*
- Runway Red*
- Platinum Graphite*
- Aurora Black*
*Premium paint adds $520
On the core range, metallic paint is a $600 option while premium metallic paint is a $900 option.
The following shades are available on the core range:
- Candy White
- Deep Black
- Dolphin Grey
- Reflex Silver (excludes R-Line)
- Moonstone Grey (R-Line only)
- Atlantic Blue
- Pomello Yellow
All shades are a no-cost option in the GTI, but for Kings Red which costs $300. The following shades are available:
- Pure White
- Dolphin Grey
- Deep Black
- Moonstone Grey
- Atlantic Blue
- Kings Red
The Golf R is available in three exterior paint colours:
- Pure White
- Lapiz Blue metallic
- Deep Black pearl
Comparison
2022 Kia Cerato GT v Volkswagen Golf R-Line comparison test
Reviews
7.5
2023 Kia Cerato review
The only thing missing from the Cerato S is a Hertz tag on the keyring, but it's a fundamentally well-sorted sedan that covers all the basics.
Mike Costello
8.2
2024 Volkswagen Golf GTI review
The Golf GTI remains a staple of the hot hatch world, despite stronger than ever competition from a new crop of rivals.
Scott Collie
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Specs
Type | ||
MULTI POINT F/INJ, TUR GASOLINE DIR INJ | TURBO DIRECT F/INJ | |
Size (cc) | ||
1591 - 1999 | 1395 - 1984 | |
Size (L) | ||
2.0L, 1.6L | 2.0L, 1.4L | |
Induction | ||
INLINE 4, TURBO 4 | TURBO 4 | |
Camshaft | ||
VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM, DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM, DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | |
Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
16 | 16 | |
Power | ||
112kW - 150kW | 110kW - 245kW | |
Power RPM | ||
6000 - 6200 | 5000 - 5600 | |
Torque | ||
192Nm - 265Nm | 250Nm - 420Nm | |
Torque RPM | ||
1500 - 4000 | 1500 - 2100 | |
Bore Stroke | ||
- | - | |
Compression Ratio | ||
10 - 10.3 | 9.3 - 10.5 |