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Mitsubishi i-MiEV vs Volkswagen Golf R

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

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2017 Mitsubishi i-MiEV

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Overview

SpecMitsubishi i-MiEVESVolkswagen Golf RGolf R Hatchback
Selected trimESGolf R Hatchback
Body styleHatchbackHatchback
Drivetrainrear wheel driveall wheel drive
Fuel typeelectricpremium unleaded (recommended)
Transmission1-speed direct drive7-speed automated manual
Engine typeelectricgas
Model year20172026

Pricing & market

SpecMitsubishi i-MiEVESVolkswagen Golf RGolf R Hatchback
MSRP$22,995 (best)$49,455
Lowest listing price—$32,999 (best)
Median listing price—$42,697 (best)
Highest listing price—$49,950 (best)
For sale now08 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecMitsubishi i-MiEVESVolkswagen Golf RGolf R Hatchback
Combined MPG—25 MPG (best)
City MPG—22 MPG (best)
Highway MPG—31 MPG (best)
Combined MPGe112 MPGe (best)—
Battery capacity16 kWh (best)—
Fuel tank—14.5 gal (best)

Performance

SpecMitsubishi i-MiEVESVolkswagen Golf RGolf R Hatchback
Horsepower66 hp328 hp (best)
Torque145 lb-ft295 lb-ft (best)
Engine size—2 L (best)
Cylinders—I4

Size & capability

SpecMitsubishi i-MiEVESVolkswagen Golf RGolf R Hatchback
Seating4 seats5 seats (best)
Doors5 (best)4
Cargo volume50.4 cu ft (best)34.5 cu ft
Payload—948 lbs (best)
Curb weight2,579 lbs (best)3,461 lbs
Ground clearance6.1 in (best)4.8 in
Wheelbase100.4 in103.5 in (best)
Length144.7 in169.1 in (best)
Width62.4 in70.4 in (best)
Height63.6 in (best)57.8 in

Safety & recalls

SpecMitsubishi i-MiEVESVolkswagen Golf RGolf R Hatchback
NHTSA overall—Not Rated
Frontal crash (driver)—Not Rated
Frontal crash (passenger)—Not Rated
Side crash (driver)—Not Rated
Side crash (passenger)—Not Rated
Side pole—Not Rated
Rollover—Not Rated
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 R
1

ES

$22,995 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Golf R Hatchback

$49,455 MSRP(Currently comparing)

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Mitsubishi i-MiEV vs Volkswagen Golf R FAQ

Which is better: 2017 Mitsubishi i-MiEV or 2026 Volkswagen Golf R?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2017 Mitsubishi i-MiEV vs 2026 Volkswagen Golf R 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 2026 Volkswagen Golf R?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2017 Mitsubishi i-MiEV starts lower at $22,995. Live Volkswagen Golf R listings start at $32,999.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2017 Mitsubishi i-MiEV or 2026 Volkswagen Golf R?
The 2017 Mitsubishi i-MiEV leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (22,995).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2017 Mitsubishi i-MiEV or 2026 Volkswagen Golf R?
The 2026 Volkswagen Golf R leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (25).
Which has better horsepower: 2017 Mitsubishi i-MiEV or 2026 Volkswagen Golf R?
The 2026 Volkswagen Golf R leads on horsepower in this comparison (328).
Which has better seats: 2017 Mitsubishi i-MiEV or 2026 Volkswagen Golf R?
The 2026 Volkswagen Golf R leads on seats in this comparison (5).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2017 Mitsubishi i-MiEV vs 2026 Volkswagen Golf R?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Volkswagen Golf R (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall).