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Mitsubishi i-MiEV vs Volkswagen Golf

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

Mitsubishi logo

2017 Mitsubishi i-MiEV

Volkswagen logo

2027 Volkswagen Golf

Overview

SpecMitsubishi i-MiEVESVolkswagen GolfAutobahn
Selected trimESAutobahn
Body styleHatchbackHatchback
Drivetrainrear wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeelectricregular unleaded
Transmission1-speed direct drive7-speed automatic
Engine typeelectricgas
Model year20172027

Pricing & market

SpecMitsubishi i-MiEVESVolkswagen GolfAutobahn
MSRP$22,995$0 (best)
For sale now00

Fuel economy & range

SpecMitsubishi i-MiEVESVolkswagen GolfAutobahn
Combined MPG—27 MPG (best)
City MPG—24 MPG (best)
Highway MPG—32 MPG (best)
Combined MPGe112 MPGe (best)—
Battery capacity16 kWh (best)—
Fuel tank—13 gal (best)

Performance

SpecMitsubishi i-MiEVESVolkswagen GolfAutobahn
Horsepower66 hp241 hp (best)
Torque145 lb-ft273 lb-ft (best)
Engine size—2 L (best)
Cylinders—I4

Size & capability

SpecMitsubishi i-MiEVESVolkswagen GolfAutobahn
Seating4 seats5 seats (best)
Doors5 (best)4
Cargo volume50.4 cu ft (best)—
Curb weight2,579 lbs (best)3,183 lbs
Ground clearance6.1 in (best)5 in
Wheelbase100.4 in104 in (best)
Length144.7 in169 in (best)
Width62.4 in70 in (best)
Height63.6 in (best)58 in

Safety & recalls

SpecMitsubishi i-MiEVESVolkswagen GolfAutobahn
Open recalls (YMM scope)2None reported (best)

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.

TrimMitsubishi i-MiEVVolkswagen Golf
1

ES

$22,995 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Autobahn

$0 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2—

S

$0 MSRP

3—

SE

$0 MSRP

Mitsubishi i-MiEV vs Volkswagen Golf FAQ

Which is better: 2017 Mitsubishi i-MiEV or 2027 Volkswagen Golf?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2017 Mitsubishi i-MiEV vs 2027 Volkswagen Golf on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2017 Mitsubishi i-MiEV or 2027 Volkswagen Golf?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2027 Volkswagen Golf starts lower at $0.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2017 Mitsubishi i-MiEV or 2027 Volkswagen Golf?
The 2027 Volkswagen Golf leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (0).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2017 Mitsubishi i-MiEV or 2027 Volkswagen Golf?
The 2027 Volkswagen Golf leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (27).
Which has better horsepower: 2017 Mitsubishi i-MiEV or 2027 Volkswagen Golf?
The 2027 Volkswagen Golf leads on horsepower in this comparison (241).
Which has better seats: 2017 Mitsubishi i-MiEV or 2027 Volkswagen Golf?
The 2027 Volkswagen Golf leads on seats in this comparison (5).