Ford Fiesta vs. Volkswagen Golf GTI

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Ford Fiesta and Volkswagen Golf GTI contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Ford Fiesta and the Volkswagen Golf GTI.

When comparing the Ford Fiesta's and the Volkswagen Golf GTI's specifications and ratings, the Ford Fiesta has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency. The Volkswagen Golf GTI has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Ford Fiesta's and the Volkswagen Golf GTI's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.

Pricing: A used 2019 Ford Fiesta ranges from $6,990 to $17,633 while a used 2019 Volkswagen Golf GTI is priced between $16,892 to $26,952.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Ford Fiesta’s base engine makes 120 horsepower, and the Volkswagen Golf GTI base engine makes 228 horsepower. The Fiesta is rated to deliver an average of 30 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 434 miles. The Golf GTI is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 422 miles. This gives the Ford Fiesta the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Volkswagen Golf GTI. Both models use regular unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison: The Volkswagen Golf GTI has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Ford Fiesta has the advantage in the areas of front head room and front leg room.

Safety Ratings: The Volkswagen Golf GTI has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.

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Ford Fiesta
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2019 Ford Fiesta Hatchback
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New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

-

Starting MSRP:

14560

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Subcompact Cars)

17286

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Subcompact Cars)

12460 - 26900

New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

-

Starting MSRP:

27595

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Compact Cars)

21340

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Compact Cars)

14795 - 40395

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

11840

Price Range:

6990 - 17633

Category Avg Price:
(Subcompact Cars)

14284

Category Avg Price Range:
(Subcompact Cars)

10300 - 29195

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

195

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

85894

# Good or Great Deals:

96

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

21962

Price Range:

16892 - 26952

Category Avg Price:
(Compact Cars)

17470

Category Avg Price Range:
(Compact Cars)

10157 - 31336

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

89

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

73613

# Good or Great Deals:

34

Ford Fiesta Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

Not available

Reliability:

Not available

Retained Value:

Not available

Safety:

Not available

Volkswagen Golf GTI Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

8.0 / 10

Reliability:

7.6 / 10

Retained Value:

8.4 / 10

Safety:

8.0 / 10



iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Ford Fiesta

Remaining Life Expectancy (years):

4.4

Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Subcompact Cars)

4.8

Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Subcompact Cars)

1.7 - 16.6

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:

0.043

iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Volkswagen Golf GTI

Remaining Life Expectancy (years):

6.8

Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Compact Cars)

5.8

Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Compact Cars)

2.8 - 12.1

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:

0.032



Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

2.502486059291739

Typical Category Recalls:
(Subcompact Cars)

1.6

Category Range for Recalls:
(Subcompact Cars)

1.0 - 11.8

Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

5.790638309374411

Typical Category Recalls:
(Compact Cars)

4.8

Category Range for Recalls:
(Compact Cars)

1.0 - 12.6

Ford Fiesta Rankings

Not yet available

Volkswagen Golf GTI Rankings

Best Small Cars Under $35k

2 / 4

Most Reliable Small Cars Under $35k

2 / 4

Small Cars with the Most Cargo Space

6 / 31

Best Family Small Cars

8 / 31

Small Cars with the Most Horsepower

9 / 31

Best Small Cars for the Money

10 / 21

Most Reliable Small Cars

13 / 31

Safest Small Cars

13 / 31

Best Small Cars

14 / 31

Small Cars with the Most Legroom

15 / 31

Best Gas Mileage Small Cars

16 / 31

Most Affordable Small Cars

17 / 21

Best Small Cars for Tall People

20 / 31

Small Cars with Best Resale Value

25 / 31

Most Comfortable Small Cars

26 / 31

Available Body Styles

Hatchback, Sedan

Available Body Styles

Hatchback

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Ford Fiesta Trim Levels

S, SE, ST, ST Line

Volkswagen Golf GTI Trim Levels

Autobahn, Rabbit Edition, S, SE

Warranty Information

Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:

3 years / 36000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain:

5 years / 60000 miles

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

5 years / 60000 miles

Warranty Information

Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:

6 years / 72000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain:

6 years / 72000 miles

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

3 years / 36000 miles

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

Not yet available

2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

5 out of 5 Stars

2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:

5 out of 5 Stars

2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specs

Horsepower:

120 hp @ 6350 rpm

Torque:

112 foot-lbs @ 5000 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.047 hp per pound

Base Drivetrain Specs

Horsepower:

228 hp @ 4700 rpm

Torque:

258 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.074 hp per pound

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

1.6 liters

Engine Configuration:

Inline

Number of Cylinders:

4

Transmission:

Manual

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

FWD

EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):


27 / 35 / 30

Range (city/hwy):

335 / 434 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

2 liters

Engine Configuration:

Inline

Number of Cylinders:

4

Transmission:

Manual

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

FWD

EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):


24 / 32 / 27

Range (city/hwy):

317 / 422 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Standard/Optional Features

Bench Seats:

Standard

Bluetooth:

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Power outlet:

Standard

Voice Recognition:

Standard

Alloy wheels:

Available

Android Auto:

Available

Apple CarPlay:

Available

Heated Seats

Available

Keyless Ignition:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Parking Sensors:

Available

Satellite radio:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Adaptive Cruise Control:

N/A

Air Suspension:

N/A

Automatic Parking:

N/A

Captain's seat:

N/A

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

N/A

Front Bench Seats:

N/A

Heated Steering Wheel:

N/A

Internet Radio:

N/A

Massage Seats:

N/A

Paddle Shifters:

N/A

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

N/A

Power Lift Gate:

N/A

Quad Seats:

N/A

Roadside assistance:

N/A

Roof Rack:

N/A

Trailer Hitch:

N/A

Wifi:

N/A

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

N/A

Standard/Optional Features

Bench Seats:

Standard

Bluetooth:

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Power outlet:

Standard

Voice Recognition:

Available

Alloy wheels:

Standard

Android Auto:

Standard

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Heated Seats

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Parking Sensors:

Available

Satellite radio:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Available

Air Suspension:

N/A

Automatic Parking:

Available

Captain's seat:

N/A

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

N/A

Front Bench Seats:

N/A

Heated Steering Wheel:

N/A

Internet Radio:

N/A

Massage Seats:

N/A

Paddle Shifters:

Available

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

N/A

Power Lift Gate:

N/A

Quad Seats:

N/A

Roadside assistance:

Available

Roof Rack:

N/A

Trailer Hitch:

N/A

Wifi:

N/A

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

N/A

Safety Features

Backup camera:

Standard

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Blind Spot Monitoring:

N/A

Driver Attention Monitoring:

N/A

Forward Collision Warning:

N/A

Lane Departure Warning:

N/A

Lane Keeping Assist:

N/A

Pedestrian Detection:

N/A

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

N/A

Rear Seat Reminder:

N/A

Safety Features

Backup camera:

Standard

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Available

Driver Attention Monitoring:

N/A

Forward Collision Warning:

Available

Lane Departure Warning:

Available

Lane Keeping Assist:

Available

Pedestrian Detection:

N/A

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Available

Rear Seat Reminder:

N/A

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

39.1 inches

Front Leg Room:

43.6 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

52.7 inches

Rear Head Room:

37.2 inches

Rear Leg Room:

31.2 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

49 inches

Cargo Space:

14.9 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

100 cubic feet

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

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

2537 lbs

Width:

77.8 inches

Height:

58.1 inches

Length:

159.7 inches

Wheelbase:

98 inches

Ground Clearance:

Not yet available

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

3062 lbs

Width:

70.8 inches

Height:

57.8 inches

Length:

168 inches

Wheelbase:

103.6 inches

Ground Clearance:

5.1 inches

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

15.0 x 6.0 inches

Wheel Type:

steel

Tire Size:

P185/60R15

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

18.0 x 7.5 inches

Wheel Type:

aluminum alloy

Tire Size:

225/40R18

Exterior Colors

Black

Shadow Black

Silver

Ingot Silver

White

Oxford White

Blue

Not available

Green

Not available

Red

Not available

Exterior Colors

Black

Deep Black Pearl

Silver

White Silver Metallic

White

Pure White

Blue

Dark Iron Blue Metallic / Night Blue Metallic

Green

Great Falls Green Metallic

Red

Tornado Red

Interior Colors

Black

Charcoal Black w/Sterling Stone Insert

Interior Colors

Black

Titan Black/Clark Plaid

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