Volkswagen Golf vs. Hyundai ELANTRA GT
In comparing the Volkswagen Golf's and the Hyundai ELANTRA GT's specifications and ratings, the Volkswagen Golf has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value and overall quality score. The Hyundai ELANTRA GT has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Volkswagen Golf's and the Hyundai ELANTRA GT's specifications and ratings, the Volkswagen Golf is a better car than the Hyundai ELANTRA GT.
Volkswagen Golf vs. Hyundai ELANTRA GT Pricing
A used 2020 Volkswagen Golf ranges from $17,068 to $23,999 while a used 2020 Hyundai ELANTRA GT is priced between $16,017 to $23,585.
Volkswagen Golf vs. Hyundai ELANTRA GT Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Volkswagen Golf loses 40 percent of its value and the Hyundai ELANTRA GT loses 43.7 percent of its value. This means the Volkswagen Golf retains 3.7 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Hyundai ELANTRA GT.
Volkswagen Golf vs. Hyundai ELANTRA GT Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Volkswagen Golf is 8.7 out of 10 while the Hyundai ELANTRA GT's quality rating is 7.6 out of 10. This results in the Volkswagen Golf being ranked 4 out of 28 Best Hatchbacks and the Hyundai ELANTRA GT being ranked 12 out of 28. Out of 26 Best Compact Cars, the Volkswagen Golf is ranked 8 and the Hyundai ELANTRA GT is ranked 16. The Volkswagen Golf is also ranked 10 out of 43 Best Small Cars while the Hyundai ELANTRA GT is ranked 25 out of 43.
Volkswagen Golf vs. Hyundai ELANTRA GT Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Volkswagen Golf is 8.2 out of 10. For the Hyundai ELANTRA GT the reliability rating is 7.1 out of 10. This gives the Volkswagen Golf an advantage in reliability compared to the Hyundai ELANTRA GT.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Volkswagen Golf’s base engine makes 147 horsepower, and the Hyundai ELANTRA GT base engine makes 161 horsepower. The Golf is rated to deliver an average of 31 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 475 miles. The ELANTRA GT is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 448 miles. This gives the Volkswagen Golf the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Hyundai ELANTRA GT. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are compact cars, the Hyundai ELANTRA GT has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, and cargo space. The Volkswagen Golf has the advantage in the area of rear leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Volkswagen Golf has higher safety ratings than the Hyundai ELANTRA GT, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
17068 - 23999
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.400111
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
16017 - 23585
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.437213
Volkswagen Golf Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.724282 / 10
Reliability:
8.172846 / 10
Retained Value:
8.0 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Hyundai ELANTRA GT Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.566667 / 10
Reliability:
7.1 / 10
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Volkswagen Golf Rankings
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33 out of / 43Hyundai ELANTRA GT Rankings
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2 out of / 43Ranking
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3 out of / 28Ranking
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4 out of / 5Ranking
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10 out of / 43Ranking
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32 out of / 43Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Volkswagen Golf Trim Levels
TSI
Hyundai ELANTRA GT Trim Levels
Base, N Line
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years
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):
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
147 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
184 foot-lbs @ 1400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.051 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
161 hp @ 6200 rpm
Torque:
150 foot-lbs @ 4700 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.053 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
28 / 36 / 31
Range (city/hwy):
370 / 475 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
25 / 32 / 27
Range (city/hwy):
350 / 448 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
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:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
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
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:
39.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.4 inches
Cargo Space:
24.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
121.4 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2873 lbs
Width:
70.8 inches
Height:
58.2 inches
Length:
167.6 inches
Wheelbase:
103.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.4 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3040 lbs
Width:
70.7 inches
Height:
57.7 inches
Length:
170.9 inches
Wheelbase:
104.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.9 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
205/55R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P225/45R17