Civic Type R vs Volkswagen Golf 2018 2.0L SE R (290 HP) Comparison

Car Information

5.4

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235

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420

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Engine / Motor

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250

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Dimensions

5

5 Seater

4594

4384

1890

1699

1407

1466

2735

2552

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343

Fuel Economy

11.9

14.1

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Comfort

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Interior

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Safety

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Infotainment

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Transmission

Automatic

Automatic

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Chassis & Steering

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All Wheel Drive

Key Spec

2.0 L - 2.0 L

0.0 L - 1998 L

315 - 320 BHP

102 BHP - 296 BHP

Automatic & Manual

Automatic & Manual

Gasoline & Petrol

Gasoline & Petrol

TBD

TBD

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5 Seater

Exterior

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Engine

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2.0 L

Gasoline

Gasoline

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290 BHP

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Technologies

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Comparison of configuration highlights

  • Civic Type R

    • Power Tailgate
    • 360 Degree Camera
    • Push Button Start
    • Parking sensor rear
    • Parking sensor front
    • Steering Adjustment
    • Rear Cross Traffic Alert
    • Collision Safety Door Latch Open System
    • Collision Safety Cut-Out
    • Anti-Theft Alarm System
    • Number of Airbags
    • Lane Following Assist
    • Collision Detection
    • Blind Spot Warning
    • Parking Sensors - Front and Rear
    • ABS
    • Lane Departure Warning
    • Lane Keeping Assist
  • Volkswagen Golf 2018 2.0L SE R (290 HP)

    • Audio Controls on Steering Wheel
    • Electronic Engine Immobilizer
    • Rear Defogger
    • Push Button Start
    • Temperature Display
    • Keyless Entry
    • Welcome Light
    • Seats - Comfort
    • Rear Camera
    • Steering Adjustment
    • Anti-Theft Alarm System
    • Active Understeer Control (AUC)
    • Acceleration Skid Control
    • Speed Limiter
    • Auto Door Lock
    • Door Mirrors with Side Turn Signal
    • Vehicle Stability Control (VSC)
    • Parking Sensors - Front and Rear
    • EBD (Electronic Brakeforce Distribution)
    • ABS
    • Child Seat Interface (ISOFIX)
    • Active braking

Review Comparison

Positive

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Negative

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Editor's PickVolkswagen Golf 2018 2.0L SE R (290 HP)

Expert / Editor Recommendation

Choose Civic Type R if you care more about interior space; choose Volkswagen Golf 2018 2.0L SE R (290 HP) if you care more about fuel economy.

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Q&A

  • According to fuel consumption data, Civic Type R has a fuel consumption of 8.4, while Volkswagen Golf 2018 2.0L SE R (290 HP) has a fuel consumption of 7.09. Therefore, Volkswagen Golf 2018 2.0L SE R (290 HP) is more fuel-efficient.
  • In terms of interior space, Civic Type R has a wheelbase of 2735, while Volkswagen Golf 2018 2.0L SE R (290 HP) has a wheelbase of 2552. Generally, the model with the longer wheelbase, Civic Type R, offers more room.
  • Check drive type, ground clearance and torque together. Civic Type R uses No data, while Volkswagen Golf 2018 2.0L SE R (290 HP) uses All Wheel Drive.