Acura RSX vs Volkswagen GTI
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Volkswagen GTI
Overview
| Spec | Acura RSXBase | Volkswagen GTIGolf GTI S |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Base | Golf GTI S |
| Body style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 7-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2006 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Acura RSXBase | Volkswagen GTIGolf GTI S |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $20,325 (best) | $34,590 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Acura RSXBase | Volkswagen GTIGolf GTI S |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 26 MPG | 27 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 24 MPG | 24 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 31 MPG | 32 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 13.2 gal (best) | 13 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Acura RSXBase | Volkswagen GTIGolf GTI S |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 155 hp | 241 hp (best) |
| Torque | 139 lb-ft | 273 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 2 L | 2 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Acura RSXBase | Volkswagen GTIGolf GTI S |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 4 seats | 5 seats (best) |
| Doors | 3 | 4 (best) |
| Cargo volume | 16 cu ft (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 2,734 lbs (best) | 6,366 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 6 in (best) | 5 in |
| Wheelbase | 101.2 in | 104 in (best) |
| Length | 172.4 in (best) | 169 in |
| Width | 67.9 in | 70 in (best) |
| Height | 54.9 in | 58 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Acura RSXBase | Volkswagen GTIGolf GTI S |
|---|---|---|
| Frontal crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Acura RSX | Volkswagen GTI |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Base $20,325 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Golf GTI S $34,590 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Base $21,225 MSRP | SE $39,080 MSRP |
| 3 | Base $21,475 MSRP | Autobahn $42,480 MSRP |
| 4 | Base $22,375 MSRP | — |
| 5 | Type-S $23,845 MSRP | — |