Subaru WRX STI vs Volkswagen Golf R Comparison

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Things we like	Excellent performance Precise driving dynamics  Read More	Superb performance Quiet and comfortable ride Drives       Read More
Things we don't like	Slightly dated looks Stiff ride quality Read More	Seat fabrics lack class Steering wheel-mounted buttons cumbersome to operate Rear seat lacks space Read More

Dimensions & Capacity

Cargo Volume	460 L	381 L
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	60 L	45 L
Kerb Weight	1564 kg	--
Length	4595 mm	4290 mm
Width	1795 mm	1789 mm
Height	1475 mm	1458 mm
Wheel Base	2650 mm	2630 mm
Ground Clearance	135 mm	--
Turning Radius	5.5 m	--
No Of Doors	4	5
Seating Capacity	5 Seats	5 Seats

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Engine Details

Engine	2.5L Petrol Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC	2.0L Petrol Engine, In-line 4 Cylinder 16 Valve
No Of Cylinders	4	4
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Valve Configuration	DOHC	--
Compression Ratio	8.2:1	--
Fuel Supply System	--	Direct Injection
Turbocharger/Supercharger	--	Turbocharged

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Performance

Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Engine Displacement	2457 cc	1998 cc
Power	296 hp	316 hp
Torque	407 Nm	400 Nm
Top Speed	250 kmph	250 kmph
Acceleration	--	4.8 s
Fuel Consumption	--	7.8
RPM At Max Power	--	5600-6500 RPM
RPM At Max Torque	--	2000-5600 RPM

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Steering

Power Steering	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Steering Column	Yes	Yes
Steering Column	Tilt & Telescopic	Adjustable
Steering Type	Electric Power	Power
Steering Gear Type	Rack & Pinion	Rack & Pinion

Suspension & Brakes

Front Brake Type	Ventilated Discs	Ventilated Discs
Rear Brake Type	Ventilated Discs	Discs
Front Suspension	MacPherson Strut	McPherson Strut
Rear Suspension	Double Wishbone	Multi-Link

Transmission

Transmission Type	Manual	Dual Clutch
Gear Box	6-Speed	7-Speed
Drive Type	AWD	AWD
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddle	--	Yes

Wheel & Tyre

Alloy Wheels	Yes	Yes
Wheel Covers	No	No
Alloy Wheel Size	18 Inch	19 Inch
Tyre Size	245/40 R18	235/35 R19
Tyre Type	Radial	Radial
Wheel Size	R18	R19

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Safety

Advance Safety Feature	Hill Start Assist Hill Start Assist	Side Assist, Front Assist, Lane Assist, Driver Alert System Side Assist, Front Assist, Lane Assist, Driver Alert System
Anti-Lock Braking System	Yes	Yes
Brake Assist	Yes	Yes
Ebd	Yes	Yes
Crash Sensor	Yes	Yes
Driver Airbag	Yes	Yes
Passenger Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag-Front	Yes	Yes
Door Ajar Warning	Yes	Yes
Seat Belt Warning	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Belts	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts	Yes	Yes
Child Safety Locks	Yes	Yes
Day & Night Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
Rear Camera	Yes	Yes
Front Impact Beams	Yes	Yes
Side Impact Beams	Yes	Yes
Engine Check Warning	Yes	Yes
Vehicle Stability Control System	--	Yes
Traction Control	--	Yes
Curtain Airbags	--	Yes
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts	--	Yes
Parking Sensors	--	Yes
Front Parking Sensors	--	Yes
Rear Parking Sensors	--	Yes
360 Camera	--	No
Park Assist	--	No
Electric Parking Brake	--	Yes
Blind Spot monitor	--	No
Lane Departure Warning System	--	No
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	--	Yes
Speed Sensing Door Locks	--	Yes

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Security

Central Locking	Yes	Yes
Power Door Locks	Yes	Yes
Anti Theft Device	Yes	Yes
Engine Immobilizer	Yes	Yes
Anti-Theft Alarm	--	Yes

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner	Yes	Yes
Automatic Climate Control	Yes	Yes
Air Quality Control	Yes	Yes
Heater	Yes	Yes
Accessory Power Outlet	Yes	Front & Rear Front & Rear
Engine Start/Stop Button	Yes	Yes
Central Console Armrest	Yes	Yes
Bottle Holder	Yes	Front & Rear Front & Rear
Cup Holders-Front	Yes	Yes
Cup Holders-Rear	Yes	Yes
Keyless Entry	Yes	Yes
Cruise Control	Yes	--
Power Windows Front	Yes	Yes
Vanity Mirror	Yes	Yes
Trunk Light	Yes	Yes
Automatic Headlamps	Yes	Yes
Rear A/C Vents	--	Yes
Ventilated Front Seats	--	Yes
Ventilated Rear Seats	--	No
Adaptive Cruise Control	--	Yes
Power Windows Rear	--	Yes
Rear Reading Lamp	--	Yes
Follow Me Home Headlamps	--	Yes
Memory Seats	--	No
Head-Up Display	--	Yes
Wireless Charger	--	Yes

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Entertainment & Communication

USB & Auxiliary Input	Yes	Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	Yes
FM/AM/Radio	Yes	Yes
Speakers Front	Yes	Yes
Speakers Rear	Yes	Yes
Multi-function Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio	Yes	No
Voice Control	Yes	--
Touch Screen	Yes	Yes
Additional Features	Apple CarPlay & Android Auto Apple CarPlay & Android Auto	--
Display Size	--	10 Inch 10 Inch
Apple Carplay/Android Auto	--	Yes
Audio System	--	Harmon Kardon Sound System Harmon Kardon Sound System
No Of Speakers	--	10 10
Navigation System	--	Yes

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Instrumentation

Low Fuel Warning Light	Yes	Yes
Digital Clock	Yes	Yes
Digital Odometer	Yes	Yes
Tacho Meter	Yes	Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter	Yes	Yes
Instrument Cluster Display Size	--	10 Inch 10 Inch

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Seats & Upholstery

Adjustable Seats	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	Yes	Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats	Yes	Yes
Heated Seats - Rear	No	No
Rear Seat Headrest	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Center Arm Rest	Yes	Yes
Fabric Upholstery	No	--
Leather Seats	Yes	--
Leather Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Folding Table Rear	No	No
Foldable Rear Seat	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Headrest	--	Yes
Seat Lumbar Support	--	Yes
Seat Upholstery	--	Leather Leather

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Exterior

Electric Folding Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror	No	No
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicator	Yes	Yes
Integrated Antenna	Yes	Yes
Power Antenna	No	No
Rain Sensing Wiper	Yes	Yes
Rear Window Wiper	No	Yes
Rear Window Washer	No	--
Rear Window Defogger	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Headlights	Yes	Yes
Headlamp Type	LED LED	LED LED
Fog Lights Rear	Yes	Yes
Rear Spoiler	Yes	Yes
Sun Roof	Yes	--
Removable Convertible Top	No	No
Side Stepper	No	No
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank	Yes	Yes
Additional Features	Apple CarPlay & Android Auto Apple CarPlay & Android Auto	--
Daytime Running Lights	--	LED LED
Taillight Type	--	LED LED
Headlamps Washer	--	No
Roof Carrier	--	No
Tinted Glass	--	No

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Interior

Ambient Light	--	Yes
Sun Visors	--	Yes