2025 Honda Civic Si vs
2024 Volkswagen Golf GTI

Key Comparisons	2025 Honda Civic Si	2024 Volkswagen Golf GTI
Horsepower	200 @ 6000 rpm (SAE net)	241 @ 5000 rpm
EPA Fuel-Economy Ratings¹ (city/hwy/comb)	27/37/31	23/34/27
Wheels	18" alloys	18” alloys
Automatic Climate Control	Standard	Standard
6MT w/Rev-Match Control	Standard	Not Available
Curb Weight	2,952 lbs	3,137 lbs
Front/Rear Legroom	42.3 in/37.4 in	41.2 in/35.0 in
ALG Residual Value (36 months)²	61%	50%
The Verdict: With standards like rev-match control to make sporty driving more enjoyable, significantly higher fuel-economy ratings—and much greater residual value at sale or trade-in time—the Honda takes the win! DOWNLOAD PDF ¹Based on 2025 EPA mileage ratings for the Civic and 2024 ratings for the Golf. Use for comparison purposes only. Your mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle, driving conditions and other factors. ²For 2024 models as of 7/1/2024; VW value for GTI S trim with 6MT