2021 Volkswagen Golf vs 2021 Toyota Corolla Hatchback | Milwaukee

The Volkswagen Golf is one of the most popular vehicles in the world. Seriously. It is one of the top five most produced vehicles ever. The only vehicles that beat it are the Volkswagen Beetle, the Ford F-150, and the Toyota Corolla. Coincidentally, the Corolla also has a hatchback variant. So, which is better, the Golf or the Corolla?

Today, we’re looking at the 2021 Volkswagen Golf TSI and the 2021 Toyota Corolla Hatchback XSE. We’ve listed out details including starting MSRPs, performance specs, and fuel economy, as well as more info on standard features and performance options.

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Performance Variant

While the 2021 Golf is a solid option for a daily driver, some people want more oomph from their vehicles. The Golf GTI is the answer. It features a turbocharged 2.0L four-cylinder that puts out 228 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque. It also has a number of performance enhancements, like performance front brakes, a limited-slip differential, an available 7-speed DSG, and available adaptive suspension dampers. The 2021 Corolla Hatchback has no such option. The closest it gets is the Apex package, which only adds a body kit and sport-tuned exhaust. Oh, and the Apex package only available for the Corolla Sedan.

Standard Features

The 2021 Golf is only available in one trim. As a result, what you see is what you get. And there’s a lot to see. For driver assistive features, it has forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, post-collision braking, pedestrian detection, blind spot monitoring, rear cross traffic alert, a rearview camera, automatic headlights, and rain-sensing windshield wipers. Inside the cabin, you’ll find Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, Bluetooth, a Wi-Fi hotspot, a 6.5-inch touchscreen, a USB port, a sunroof, heated front seats, and synthetic leather upholstery.

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