2024 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2024 Volkswagen Golf GTI Review

Picture of the 2024 Chevrolet Camaro

2024 Chevrolet
Camaro

MSRP*: $30,900 to $72,100
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Picture of the 2024 Volkswagen Golf GTI

2024 Volkswagen
Golf GTI

MSRP*: $31,965 to $40,825
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MPG - City 13 - 18 MPG 23 - 24 MPG
MPG - Hwy 21 - 29 MPG 33 - 34 MPG
Seating Capacity 4 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available Info not available
Engine
  • 335-hp, 3.6-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 455-hp, 6.2-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 650-hp, 6.2-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 241-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic, Manual
Drivetrain Rear Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 335 - 650 hp 241 hp
Exterior Length 188.3 - 190.2 in 168.8 in
Exterior Width 74.7 - 75.0 in 70.4 in
Leg Room Front 43.9 in
Rear 29.9 in
Front 41.2 in
Rear 35.0 in
Head Room Front 38.5 in
Rear 33.5 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.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the back seat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Volkswagen Golf GTI than the Chevrolet Camaro, due to its greater head- and legroom. The Chevrolet Camaro will be a favorite with taller drivers due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Volkswagen Golf GTI.

Convenience
The Chevrolet Camaro will require fewer stops at the gas station than the Volkswagen Golf GTI, making it more convenient to drive.

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 Chevrolet Camaro is somewhat more expensive than the Volkswagen Golf GTI.

Dimensions
Since the Chevrolet Camaro 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 Chevrolet Camaro, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Volkswagen Golf GTI.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Chevrolet Camaro has a much more powerful engine than the Volkswagen Golf GTI. However, something you should consider is that higher horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the engine of the Chevrolet Camaro does a much better job of transmitting power to the wheels than the Volkswagen Golf GTI.

Utility
The Chevrolet Camaro has less seating than the Volkswagen Golf GTI, making the Volkswagen Golf GTI the better choice if you need to chauffeur many passengers.