Golf GTE vs Xedos 9
Volkswagen · Mazda
1/4 Mile winner
Xedos 9
Beats the Golf GTE by 0.07s
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the Xedos 9 beats the Golf GTE by a hair, finishing 0.07 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the Xedos 9 thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Power
204 hp
200 hp
0–100 km/h
7.6s
7.5s
Top speed
222 km/h
220 km/h
Engine
Plug-in Hybrid (1.4L I4 Turbo)
3.0L V6
Fuel
Hybrid
Petrol
Torque
350 Nm
260 Nm
Price
$40,000
$32,500
Simulated race times
Distance
Golf GTE
Xedos 9
100 m
7.006s
6.959s
1/8 mile
10.326s
10.265s
1/4 mile
15.457s
15.382s
1 km
27.451s
27.384s
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: Xedos 9 is $32,500 vs $40,000 for the Golf GTE — a $7,500 gap.
FAQ
Which is faster, the Golf GTE or the Xedos 9?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the Xedos 9 is faster, beating the Golf GTE by 0.07 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Golf GTE vs the Xedos 9?
The Golf GTE hits 100 km/h in 7.6 seconds, while the Xedos 9 does it in 7.5 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The Golf GTE produces 204 hp; the Xedos 9 produces 200 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The Golf GTE tops out at 222 km/h, and the Xedos 9 reaches 220 km/h.
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