The Comparative Analysis :
VW Golf 3-door GTI Performance DSG (13 - 16) vs. Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 ClearTec (12 - 13)
€ 32,800
€ 22,700
€ 32,800
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 22,700
ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch. Price Info
Vehicle Dimensions
The dimensions of these vehicles differ considerably. The VW Golf GTI Performance is 12.5 inches shorter, 1.5 inches wider and 1.3 inches lower than the Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 ClearTec.
VW Golf GTI Performance
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 ClearTec
58.3
70.8
79.8
59.6
69.3
80.5
70.8 in
Width
69.3 in
79.8 in
Width Incl. Mirrors
80.5 in
58.3 in
Height
59.6 in
103.4
168
103.7
180.5
168 in
Length
180.5 in
103.4 in
Wheelbase
103.7 in
Vehicle Weight
VW Golf GTI Performance
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 ClearTec
3091 lb
Curb Weight
3131 lb
4123 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4189 lb
Weight Difference:
40 lb
1.28 %
General
VW Golf GTI Performance
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 ClearTec
AU
Generation
CY0
Hatchback
Car Body Style
Hatchback
Mid-Grade Unleaded
Fuel Type
Mid-Grade Unleaded
Front-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Front-wheel drive
6-speed dual clutch transmission
Transmission
5-speed manual transmission
Engine
VW Golf GTI Performance
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 ClearTec
Straight-four gasoline engine with turbocharger
Engine Type
Straight-four gasoline engine (naturally aspirated engine)
*CHH*
Engine Code
4
Valves
4
4
Cylinders
4
2 L / 98 cu in
Displacement
1.8 L / 88 cu in
227 hp
at 4700 rpm
Power
138 hp
at 6000 rpm
VW Golf GTI Performance
227 hp
138 hp
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 ClearTec
258 lb‑ft
at 1500 rpm
Max. Torque
130 lb‑ft
at 4250 rpm
VW Golf GTI Performance
258 lb‑ft
130 lb‑ft
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 ClearTec
Performance
VW Golf GTI Performance
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 ClearTec
154 mph
Maximum Speed
120 mph
6.4 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
11.1 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
292 ft
0.000 sec
VW Golf GTI Performance
62 mph
62
mph
mph
505 ft
0.000 sec
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 ClearTec
▶ REPLAY
13.62 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
22.69 lb/hp
VW Golf GTI Performance
13.62 lb/hp
22.69 lb/hp
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 ClearTec
Fuel Economy / Emissions
VW Golf GTI Performance
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 ClearTec
Fuel Economy
37 mpg
combined
36 mpg
VW Golf GTI Performance
37 mpg
36 mpg
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 ClearTec
29 mpg
city
29 mpg
44 mpg
highway
43 mpg
13.2 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
15.6 gal
485 mi
Range
564 mi
VW Golf GTI Performance
485 mi
564 mi
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 ClearTec
Environmental Impact
121.2 kWh
Total Energy Consumption
per 100 miles ⓘThe total energy consumption per 100 miles is the amount of energy consumed by a vehicle when burning fuel or using electricity per 100 miles (final energy), and the energy required to produce the appropriate amount of fuel or electricity (primary energy).
per 100 miles ⓘThe total energy consumption per 100 miles is the amount of energy consumed by a vehicle when burning fuel or using electricity per 100 miles (final energy), and the energy required to produce the appropriate amount of fuel or electricity (primary energy).
123.1 kWh
VW Golf GTI Performance
121.2 kWh
123.1 kWh
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 ClearTec
Euro 6b (NEFZ)
Emission Standard
Euro 5
237 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
241 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
VW Golf GTI Performance
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.8 ClearTec
3
Doors
5
5
No. of Seats
5
1032 lb
Maximum Payload
1058 lb
10.8 cu ft
Trunk Volume
8.2 cu ft
36 cu ft
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
38.2 cu ft
