2024 Maserati GranTurismo vs. 2024 Volkswagen Golf GTI Review

Picture of the 2024 Maserati GranTurismo

2024 Maserati
GranTurismo

MSRP*: $158,000 to $190,000
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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 18 MPG 23 - 24 MPG
MPG - Hwy 27 MPG 33 - 34 MPG
Seating Capacity 4 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available Info not available
Engine
  • 483-hp, 3.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 542-hp, 3.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 241-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic, Manual
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 483 - 542 hp 241 hp
Exterior Length 195.2 - 195.5 in 168.8 in
Exterior Width 77.0 in 70.4 in
Leg Room Info not available Front 41.2 in
Rear 35.0 in
Head Room Info not available 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

Convenience
The Maserati GranTurismo 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 Maserati GranTurismo will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Volkswagen Golf GTI, which has a much lower MSRP.

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

Handling
The Maserati GranTurismo has a significantly larger turning radius than the Volkswagen Golf GTI, making it much more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Maserati GranTurismo 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 Maserati GranTurismo does a much better job of transmitting power to the wheels than the Volkswagen Golf GTI.

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