The 2019 Volkswagen Golf GTI and the 2019 Honda Civic are two of the most well-known vehicles in the compact sedan segment. Each year, they offer drivers outstanding performance, comfortable interior arrangements and numerous tech amenities capable of making every drive intuitive and engaging.
The team at Prestige Volkswagen has put together this review of the 2019 Volkswagen Golf GTI and Honda Civic, to discuss some of the key standard and available features offered in each. These vehicles perform well on the roads of Turnersville, Cherry Hill and Mount Laurel. Read on to learn more about what these cars offer drivers in the region.
VW Golf GTI vs Honda Civic: Engine Performance and Warranty
The engine on the VW Golf GTI is powerful, offering a spirited driving experience. It's a turbocharged 4-cylinder, producing a lively 228-horsepower and speedy acceleration every time you press the pedal. For those seeking a pure driving experience, the standard 6-speed manual transmission provides it. But the available 6-speed automatic is nothing to scoff at, either. The base engine in the Civic produces just 158-horsepower, not matching the power of the VW Golf GTI.
The Golf GTI is also backed by a convenient 6-year/72,000-mile People First Warranty1, now standard on each model. This new vehicle limited warranty, which includes powertrain coverage, covers you from bumper to bumper. While the Civic offers a warranty, it checks in at 3 years/36,000 miles.
What else is new? Larger brakes from the Golf R are now standard on the 2019 Golf GTI and a new Rabbit Edition, which falls between the base S and mid-level SE models. In contrast, the 2019 Honda Civic features a refreshed exterior design, new exterior colors, and a new sport trim for the Coupe and Seden lineups.
Golf GTI vs Civic: Interior Dimensions and Cargo Space
Both vehicles are spacious and capable of seating five, with similar front headroom and front legroom, perfect for longer drives where you might be inside the cabin for a while. The VW Golf GTI offers 38.1 inches of second-row headroom, which eclipses the Civic, at 37.1 inches.
Of course, along with space for passengers, room for cargo is important, too. The hatchback body style of the new Golf GTI gives you more space than you'd have in a sedan. With the rear seats folded down, there's 53.7 cu. ft. of cargo space available. This is enough room for coolers, backpacks, sports equipment, bags from the store and everything else imaginable. In the 2019 Civic hatchback edition, there's just 46.2 cu. ft. of cargo space.
Technology Packages
Media and technology is an important part of each drive we make, and these vehicles ensure it's easy to be connected to the world around us. The base edition of the VW hatchback comes with a 8-inch touchscreen. The base edition of the Honda Civic brings a 5-inch screen, and the max size on other trims is seven inches.
Apple CarPlayâ„¢ and Android Autoâ„¢ are standard in the 2019 Volkswagen Golf GTI, too. This technology allows you to connect a compatible smartphone to the touchscreen to play music, read text messages and use the navigation apps you're accustomed to. While these can also be found in the 2019 Civic, they aren't standard features.
Visit Our VW Showroom Today!
Get behind the wheel of a car you love to drive. At Prestige Volkswagen, it's our goal to make sure that happens. With its powerful performance, interior space and tech amenities, the 2018 VW Golf GTI is a joy to drive on the roads of Turnersville, Cherry Hill and Mount Laurel.
Schedule a test drive with our sales professionals today. We look forward to seeing you at our showroom!
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1. 6 years/72,000 miles (whichever occurs first) New Vehicle Limited Warranty on MY2018 VW vehicles, excluding e-Golf. See owner's literature or dealer for warranty exclusions and limitations.