Imagine having the perfect vehicle that combines the practicality and functionality of a hatchback but still offers great performance and a thrill of a ride. The VW Golf GTI is a performance hatchback that offers all of that and more. Modeled after the popular Golf, the Golf GTI brings its own spunky personality to the table. See for yourself how the Golf GTI upholds against its competition in this comparison of the 2017 Volkswagen Golf GTI vs 2017 Ford Focus ST.
The 2017 Golf GTI is powered by a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine with 210 horsepower. Volkswagen offers an optional performance upgrade which adds extra horsepower for a total output of 220. The 2017 Ford Focus ST offers a similar engine for customers but where the 2017 Golf GTI receives 24 city mpg and 34 highway mpg, the Focus ST only receives 22 city mpg and 30 highway mpg. Drivers of the 2017 Golf GTI get a fun to drive experience without the cost of low fuel economy.
2017 Volkswagen Golf GTI | VS | 2017 Ford Focus ST |
2.0-Liter Turbo Direct Injection Engine with 210 HP | Engine | 2.0-Liter EcoBoost Engine with 252 HP |
24/34 | Fuel Economy | 22/30 |
Clark Plaid Cloth Seats, Ambient Lighting, Sport Seats | Interior Features | Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel, ST Badging, Cloth Sport Seats |
Yes | Performance Monitor | No |