Golf R32 vs John Cooper Works Cooper
Volkswagen · Mini
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the John Cooper Works Cooper beats the Golf R32 by a hair, finishing 0.09 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the John Cooper Works Cooper thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Simulated race times
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: John Cooper Works Cooper is $40,000 vs $40,000 for the Golf R32 — a $0 gap. 0–100 km/h: John Cooper Works Cooper is 0.10s quicker (6.2s vs 6.1s).
FAQ
Which is faster, the Golf R32 or the John Cooper Works Cooper?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the John Cooper Works Cooper is faster, beating the Golf R32 by 0.09 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Golf R32 vs the John Cooper Works Cooper?
The Golf R32 hits 100 km/h in 6.2 seconds, while the John Cooper Works Cooper does it in 6.1 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The Golf R32 produces 240 hp; the John Cooper Works Cooper produces 231 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The Golf R32 tops out at 250 km/h, and the John Cooper Works Cooper reaches 250 km/h.
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