230i Coupe vs Golf GTI
BMW · Volkswagen
1/4 Mile winner
230i Coupe
Beats the Golf GTI by 0.00s
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the 230i Coupe beats the Golf GTI by a hair, finishing 0.00 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the 230i Coupe thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Power
255 hp
245 hp
0–100 km/h
5.9s
5.9s
Top speed
250 km/h
250 km/h
Engine
2.0L Turbo I4
2.0L Turbo I4
Fuel
Petrol
Petrol
Torque
400 Nm
350 Nm
Price
$39,900
$31,965
Simulated race times
Distance
230i Coupe
Golf GTI
100 m
6.290s
6.290s
1/8 mile
9.267s
9.267s
1/4 mile
13.860s
13.860s
1 km
24.574s
24.574s
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: Golf GTI is $31,965 vs $39,900 for the 230i Coupe — a $7,935 gap. Power: 230i Coupe makes 10 hp more (255 vs 245).
FAQ
Which is faster, the 230i Coupe or the Golf GTI?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the 230i Coupe is faster, beating the Golf GTI by 0.00 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the 230i Coupe vs the Golf GTI?
The 230i Coupe hits 100 km/h in 5.9 seconds, while the Golf GTI does it in 5.9 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The 230i Coupe produces 255 hp; the Golf GTI produces 245 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The 230i Coupe tops out at 250 km/h, and the Golf GTI reaches 250 km/h.
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