Mitsubishi i-MiEV vs Volkswagen GTI
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Volkswagen GTI
Overview
| Spec | Mitsubishi i-MiEVES | Volkswagen GTIGolf GTI S |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | ES | Golf GTI S |
| Body style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | electric | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 1-speed direct drive | 7-speed automatic |
| Engine type | electric | gas |
| Model year | 2017 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Mitsubishi i-MiEVES | Volkswagen GTIGolf GTI S |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $22,995 (best) | $34,590 |
| Lowest listing price | — | $4,599 (best) |
| Median listing price | — | $4,599 (best) |
| Highest listing price | — | $4,599 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 1 (best) |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Mitsubishi i-MiEVES | Volkswagen GTIGolf GTI S |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | — | 27 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | — | 24 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | — | 32 MPG (best) |
| Combined MPGe | 112 MPGe (best) | — |
| Battery capacity | 16 kWh (best) | — |
| Fuel tank | — | 13 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Mitsubishi i-MiEVES | Volkswagen GTIGolf GTI S |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 66 hp | 241 hp (best) |
| Torque | 145 lb-ft | 273 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | — | 2 L (best) |
| Cylinders | — | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Mitsubishi i-MiEVES | Volkswagen GTIGolf GTI S |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 4 seats | 5 seats (best) |
| Doors | 5 (best) | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 50.4 cu ft (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 2,579 lbs (best) | 6,366 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 6.1 in (best) | 5 in |
| Wheelbase | 100.4 in | 104 in (best) |
| Length | 144.7 in | 169 in (best) |
| Width | 62.4 in | 70 in (best) |
| Height | 63.6 in (best) | 58 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Mitsubishi i-MiEVES | Volkswagen GTIGolf GTI S |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 2 | None 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.
| Trim | Mitsubishi i-MiEV | Volkswagen GTI |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | ES $22,995 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Golf GTI S $34,590 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | — | SE $39,080 MSRP |
| 3 | — | Autobahn $42,480 MSRP |
Live inventory
Mitsubishi i-MiEV vs Volkswagen GTI FAQ
- Which is better: 2017 Mitsubishi i-MiEV or 2026 Volkswagen GTI?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2017 Mitsubishi i-MiEV vs 2026 Volkswagen GTI 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 GTI?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2017 Mitsubishi i-MiEV starts lower at $22,995. Live Volkswagen GTI listings start at $4,599.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2017 Mitsubishi i-MiEV or 2026 Volkswagen GTI?
- The 2017 Mitsubishi i-MiEV leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (22,995).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2017 Mitsubishi i-MiEV or 2026 Volkswagen GTI?
- The 2026 Volkswagen GTI leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (27).
- Which has better horsepower: 2017 Mitsubishi i-MiEV or 2026 Volkswagen GTI?
- The 2026 Volkswagen GTI leads on horsepower in this comparison (241).
- Which has better seats: 2017 Mitsubishi i-MiEV or 2026 Volkswagen GTI?
- The 2026 Volkswagen GTI leads on seats in this comparison (5).