Lexus CT 2011 vs Volkswagen Golf 2008

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Lexus CT
2011 - 2014
Volkswagen Golf
2008 - 2012
Gearbox: Automatic Manual/Automatic
Lexus CT is available only with automatic gearbox, whereas Volkswagen Golf has both automatic and manual transmission options.
Wheel drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)Front wheel drive (FWD) / All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)
Lexus CT is available only with front wheel drive, while Volkswagen Golf can be equipped with front wheel drive and four wheel (4x4) drive.
Engines: 1.8 (petrol)1.4 - 2.0 (petrol, diesel)

Performance

Power: 99 HP80 - 210 HP
Torque: 142 NM132 - 320 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 10.3 seconds6.9 - 14 seconds
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Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): 3.84.9 - 7.4
Lexus CT petrol engines consumes on average 2.8 litres less fuel per 100 km than Volkswagen Golf.
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Ground clearance: 130 mm (5.1 inches)140 - 150 mm (5.5 - 5.9 inches)
Because of the higher ground clearance, Volkswagen Golf can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds.

Dimensions

Length: 4.32 m4.20 m
Width: 1.77 m1.79 m
Height: 1.46 m1.48 m
Lexus CT is 12 cm longer than the Volkswagen Golf, 3 cm narrower, while the height of Lexus CT is 2 cm lower.
Trunk capacity: 345 litres350 litres
Trunk max capacity:
with rear seats folded down
985 litres1305 litres
Lexus CT has 5 litres less trunk space than the Volkswagen Golf. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Volkswagen Golf (by 320 litres).
Turning diameter: 10.4 meters11 meters
The turning circle of the Lexus CT is 0.6 metres less than that of the Volkswagen Golf, which means Lexus CT can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Gross weight (kg): ~ 1`845~ 1`864
Safety: no data
Quality: no data
above average
Average price (€): 96004200
Pros and Cons: Lexus CT has
  • automatic transmission only
  • only petrol engines available
  • lower fuel consumption
  • better manoeuvrability
Volkswagen Golf has
  • both manual and automatic
  • available with 4x4 drive
  • petrol and diesel engines available
  • higher ground clearance
  • lower price
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