2017 Volkswagen Golf R vs. 2017 Honda Civic
When comparing the 2017 Volkswagen Golf R's and the 2017 Honda Civic's specifications and ratings, the 2017 Volkswagen Golf R has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The 2017 Honda Civic has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency, resale value and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the 2017 Volkswagen Golf R's and the 2017 Honda Civic's specifications and ratings, the 2017 Honda Civic is a better car than the 2017 Volkswagen Golf R.
2017 Volkswagen Golf R vs. 2017 Honda Civic Pricing
A used 2017 Volkswagen Golf R ranges from $22,800 to $35,523 while a used 2017 Honda Civic is priced between $15,245 to $33,982.
2017 Volkswagen Golf R vs. 2017 Honda Civic Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2017 Volkswagen Golf R loses 40.2 percent of its value and the 2017 Honda Civic loses 36 percent of its value. This means the 2017 Honda Civic retains 4.2 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2017 Volkswagen Golf R.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2017 Volkswagen Golf R’s base engine makes 292 horsepower, and the 2017 Honda Civic base engine makes 174 horsepower. The Golf R is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 450 miles. The Civic is rated to deliver an average of 33 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 484 miles. This gives the 2017 Honda Civic the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2017 Volkswagen Golf R. The Golf R uses premium unleaded, and the Civic uses regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are compact cars, the 2017 Honda Civic has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The 2017 Volkswagen Golf R has the advantage in the area of rear head room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2017 Volkswagen Golf R and the 2017 Honda Civic have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
22800 - 35523
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.401719
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
15245 - 33982
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.359652
Volkswagen Golf R Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
8.0 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Honda Civic Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.574731 / 10
Reliability:
8.324194 / 10
Retained Value:
8.4 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
Volkswagen Golf R Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 43Ranking
2 out of / 26Ranking
5 out of / 28Ranking
7 out of / 26Ranking
13 out of / 43Ranking
13 out of / 26Ranking
13 out of / 13Ranking
15 out of / 28Ranking
18 out of / 43Ranking
18 out of / 28Ranking
18 out of / 18Ranking
23 out of / 43Ranking
23 out of / 28Ranking
23 out of / 26Ranking
24 out of / 24Ranking
25 out of / 26Ranking
27 out of / 43Ranking
27 out of / 28Ranking
36 out of / 43Ranking
42 out of / 43Honda Civic Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 43Ranking
1 out of / 26Ranking
2 out of / 28Ranking
2 out of / 28Ranking
2 out of / 26Ranking
2 out of / 10Ranking
3 out of / 28Ranking
4 out of / 28Ranking
4 out of / 26Ranking
4 out of / 13Ranking
4 out of / 12Ranking
5 out of / 43Ranking
6 out of / 43Ranking
6 out of / 43Ranking
6 out of / 26Ranking
6 out of / 18Ranking
7 out of / 28Ranking
7 out of / 12Ranking
8 out of / 43Ranking
8 out of / 43Ranking
8 out of / 26Ranking
9 out of / 43Ranking
11 out of / 18Ranking
13 out of / 43Ranking
15 out of / 24Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Body Styles
Coupe, Hatchback, Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2017 Volkswagen Golf R Trim Levels
4Motion
2017 Honda Civic Trim Levels
Not yet available
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
292 hp @ 5400 rpm
Torque:
280 foot-lbs @ 1800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.088 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
174 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
167 foot-lbs @ 1800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.062 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 31 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
319 / 450 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
30 / 39 / 33
Range (city/hwy):
372 / 484 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.9 inches
Cargo Space:
22.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
116.3 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55 inches
Cargo Space:
25.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
122.9 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3305 lbs
Width:
70.8 inches
Height:
56.5 inches
Length:
168.4 inches
Wheelbase:
103.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2822 lbs
Width:
70.8 inches
Height:
56.5 inches
Length:
177.9 inches
Wheelbase:
106.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/40R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
215/55R16