2025 Nissan
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2024 Volkswagen
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| MPG - City | Info not available | 23 - 24 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | Info not available | 33 - 34 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | Info not available | Info not available |
| Engine |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic, Manual |
| Drivetrain | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 147 - 214 hp | 241 hp |
| Exterior Length | 176.4 in | 168.8 in |
| Exterior Width | 70.5 in | 70.4 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 42.1 in
Rear 33.5 in |
Front 41.2 in
Rear 35.0 in |
| Head Room |
Front 41.2 in
Rear 37.3 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.
Comfort
Passengers in the back seat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Volkswagen Golf GTI than the Nissan Leaf, due to its greater head- and legroom.
The Nissan Leaf will be a favorite with taller drivers due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Volkswagen Golf GTI.
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). Based on MSRP, the Nissan Leaf is clearly a better financial choice over the Volkswagen Golf GTI.
Dimensions
The Nissan Leaf is about the same width as the Volkswagen Golf GTI.
For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Nissan Leaf, which is slightly longer than the Volkswagen Golf GTI.
Handling
The Nissan Leaf has a smaller turning radius than the Volkswagen Golf GTI, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.
Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Nissan Leaf is significantly less powerful than the Volkswagen Golf GTI. The good news is that, reportedly, cars with lower horsepower engines often have lower insurance premiums.
Powertrain
The Nissan Leaf has much less torque than the Volkswagen Golf GTI, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.
Utility
In terms of seating you'll be able to fit the same number of people in both the Nissan Leaf and the Volkswagen Golf GTI.