2019 Volkswagen Golf GTI vs 2019 Subaru WRX

Do you want to get behind the wheel of a compact car that has some serious kick? The 2019 Volkswagen Golf GTI delivers a delightful driving experience with its robust engine and advanced performance technologies, while offering everyday practicality with its comfortable, versatile, and well-equipped interior. See the advantages that the Golf GTI has over the high-performance compact car competition in this 2019 Volkswagen Golf GTI vs 2019 Subaru WRX comparison.

The 2019 VW Golf GTI is very fun-to-drive. Unlike the Subaru WRX, it comes equipped with a Cross Differential System, which provides excellent handling when driving through curves and around corners. Also, unlike the Subaru WRX, the Golf GTI offers an available adjustable suspension system, with settings geared to either sportiness or comfort. Additionally, the Golf GTI is the more efficient choice, with an estimated fuel economy of 25 city/33 hwy mpg, compared to 21 city/27 hwy mpg for the WRX.

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Dark blue 2019 Volkswagen Golf GTI, VS icon, and silver 2019 Subaru WRX
2019 Volkswagen Golf GTI VS 2019 Subaru WRX
Standard Cross Differential System No
25 city/33 hwy Gas Mileage (mpg) 21 city/27 hwy
Standard Interior Ambient Lighting No 
53.7 cu-ft Maximum Cargo Capacity 12.3 cu-ft

Compare the 2019 VW Golf GTI and 2019 Subaru WRX

The 2019 VW Golf GTI has the more upscale cabin, with high-quality materials and a wide array of premium features. This includes interior ambient lighting, which the Subaru WRX doesn’t offer. Also, with its versatile hatchback design, the Golf GTI offers 22.8 cu-ft of storage space with the rear seats in their upright position and 52.7 cu-ft when the rear seats are folded flat. The WRX is only available in a sedan model with a trunk, which offers only 12.3 cu-ft of storage space.

One of the biggest advantages of the 2019 Golf GTI is its warranty coverage. It’s backed by a 6-years/72,000-miles bumper-to-bumper Limited Warranty, compared to a 3-years/36,000-miles basic warranty and a 5-years/60,000-miles powertrain warranty for the 2019 WRX.

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Headlights, grille, and badge on grey 2019 Volkswagen Golf GTI
White 2019 Volkswagen Golf GTI driving on a roundabout
A man driving a 2019 Volkswagen Golf GTI with a box in the rear seat area
Dashboard and plaid front seats in 2019 Volkswagen Golf GTI