Honda Accord Crosstour vs Volkswagen GTI
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Volkswagen GTI
Overview
| Spec | Honda Accord CrosstourEX | Volkswagen GTIGolf GTI S |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | EX | Golf GTI S |
| Body style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 7-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2011 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Honda Accord CrosstourEX | Volkswagen GTIGolf GTI S |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $29,990 (best) | $34,590 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Honda Accord CrosstourEX | Volkswagen GTIGolf GTI S |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 21 MPG | 27 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 18 MPG | 24 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 27 MPG | 32 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 18.5 gal (best) | 13 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Honda Accord CrosstourEX | Volkswagen GTIGolf GTI S |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 271 hp (best) | 241 hp |
| Torque | 254 lb-ft | 273 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 3.5 L (best) | 2 L |
| Cylinders | V6 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Honda Accord CrosstourEX | Volkswagen GTIGolf GTI S |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 5 (best) | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 51.3 cu ft (best) | — |
| Towing capacity | 1,500 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 3,852 lbs (best) | 6,366 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 6 in (best) | 5 in |
| Wheelbase | 110.1 in (best) | 104 in |
| Length | 196.8 in (best) | 169 in |
| Width | 74.7 in (best) | 70 in |
| Height | 65.7 in (best) | 58 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Honda Accord CrosstourEX | Volkswagen GTIGolf GTI S |
|---|---|---|
| Rollover | 4 / 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 | Honda Accord Crosstour | Volkswagen GTI |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | EX $29,990 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Golf GTI S $34,590 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | EX-L $32,890 MSRP | SE $39,080 MSRP |
| 3 | EX-L $35,090 MSRP | Autobahn $42,480 MSRP |
| 4 | EX-L $34,340 MSRP | — |
| 5 | EX-L $36,540 MSRP | — |