Volkswagen Golf vs Toyota Corolla Comparison

    Volkswagen Golf

    Toyota Corolla

    2024 Volkswagen
    Golf
    vs
    2024 Toyota
    Corolla
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    How they stack...

    CarExpert Score
    CarExpert has rated other vehicles in the small category, between scores of 7.4 and 8.6.
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    8.2
    8.3
    0.0
    Based on the Volkswagen Golf GTi
    Based on the Toyota Corolla ZR HYBRID
    Best suitable for...
    City drivingCity driving
    Driving the familyDriving the family
    FunFun
    Fuel Efficiency
    50L - 55L
    290 to 429 km
    43L - 50L
    168 to 300 km
    ANCAP Safety Rating
    Warranty
    5 year
    warranty
    5 year
    warranty
    MSRP
    $32,790 - $77,490
    $29,270 - $40,450
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    CarExpert's Take

    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
    Scott Collie
    Head of Content
    Scott Collie drove this car and these were their findings:
    Hits
    • Efficient as ever
    • Improved interior technology
    • Excellent boot
    Misses
    • Limited headroom up front
    • Tight rear seat alongside newer rivals
    • Prices are (way) up since launch

    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

    NA
    • Crystal Pearl Paint (+$575)
    • Mica Metallic Paint (+$575)
    • Metallic Paint (+$575)

    Colours Available

    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

    Corolla Hatchback models are available in the following finishes:

    • Sunstone Orange
    • Lunar Blue
    • Glacier White
    • Frosted White
    • Silver Pearl
    • Graphite
    • Eclipse Black
    • Jasper Red

    Of these, only Sunstone Orange and Glacier White can’t be had with a black roof in ZR guise.

    Sedan models are available in the following colours:

    • Dark Grey
    • Eclipse Black
    • Glacier White
    • Frosted White
    • Silver Pearl
    • Celestite Grey
    • Atomic Rush
    • Saturn Blue

    Specs

    Type
    TURBO DIRECT F/INJPORT & DIRECT F/INJ, MULTI POINT F/INJ
    Size (cc)
    1395 - 19841798 - 1987
    Size (L)
    2.0L, 1.4L2.0L, 1.8L
    Induction
    TURBO 4INLINE 4
    Camshaft
    VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM, DUAL OVERHEAD CAMVARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM
    Valves/Ports per Cylinder
    1616
    Power
    110kW - 245kW72kW - 126kW
    Power RPM
    5000 - 56006000
    Torque
    250Nm - 420Nm142Nm - 203Nm
    Torque RPM
    1500 - 21003600 - 4600
    Bore Stroke
    --
    Compression Ratio
    9.3 - 10.513 - 13.05

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