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GR Corolla vs Golf R

Toyota · Volkswagen

1/4 Mile winner
GR Corolla
Beats the Golf R by 2.31s
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The verdict

In a quarter-mile drag race, the GR Corolla beats the Golf R by a wide margin, finishing 2.31 seconds ahead. Off the line, the GR Corolla is the quicker car (0–100 in 2.5s vs 4.6s) and that early lead carries to the line.

Spec head-to-head

Power
300 hp
315 hp
0–100 km/h
2.5s
4.6s
Top speed
230 km/h
250 km/h
Engine
1.6L,TURBOCHARGED INLINE-3
2.0L Turbo I4
Fuel
Petrol
Petrol
Torque
370 Nm
420 Nm
Price
$36,995
$44,640

Simulated race times

Distance
GR Corolla
Golf R
100 m
4.307s
5.621s
1/8 mile
6.544s
8.328s
1/4 mile
10.252s
12.562s
1 km
19.988s
22.679s

Acceleration curves

Who should buy which?

Price: GR Corolla is $36,995 vs $44,640 for the Golf R — a $7,645 gap. Power: Golf R makes 15 hp more (300 vs 315). 0–100 km/h: GR Corolla is 2.10s quicker (2.5s vs 4.6s). Top speed: Golf R runs to 250 km/h, 20 km/h higher than GR Corolla.

FAQ

Which is faster, the GR Corolla or the Golf R?

In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the GR Corolla is faster, beating the Golf R by 2.31 seconds.

What is the 0–100 km/h time of the GR Corolla vs the Golf R?

The GR Corolla hits 100 km/h in 2.5 seconds, while the Golf R does it in 4.6 seconds.

How much horsepower does each car have?

The GR Corolla produces 300 hp; the Golf R produces 315 hp.

What are the top speeds?

The GR Corolla tops out at 230 km/h, and the Golf R reaches 250 km/h.

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