Hyundai Elantra Hyundai Elantra 2006 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Volkswagen Golf / GTI 2012

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

Hyundai Elantra vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI Price Comparison (MSRP)

The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.

Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.

Hyundai Elantra vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $16,965

Hyundai Elantra GT   
Difference: $14,400

Lowest Total Invoice: $15,726

Hyundai Elantra GT   
Difference: $14,415

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200620122012
ModelElantraGolf / GTIGolf / GTI
TrimGTGTIR
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Base Price $15,215 $24,595 $34,590
Base Invoice $14,074 $23,611 $33,207
Package 2 1,100    
Floor mats 80    
Autobahn Package   6,000  
Sunroof and Navigation Package     1,500
Package 2 1,023    
Floor mats 59    
Autobahn Package   5,760  
Sunroof and Navigation Package     1,440
Options (change) 1,180 6,000 1,500
Options (change) 1,082 5,760 1,440
Destination 570 770 770
Total Price $16,965 $31,365 $36,860
Total Invoice $15,726 $30,141 $35,417

Return to top

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?

Request free, no-obligation Hyundai Elantra dealer quotes or Volkswagen Golf / GTI dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Hyundai Elantra vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Hyundai Elantra GT
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $10,155
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $10,336
Model Year200620122012
ModelElantraGolf / GTIGolf / GTI
TrimGTGTIR
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Engine138hp I4200hp I4256hp I4
TransmissionM5M6M6
DrivetrainFWDFWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6300, 8300, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)195/60-15225/40-18225/40-18
Total Price$16,965$31,365$36,860
Adjustments for Features0-4,245-6,195
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$16,965$27,120$30,665
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$3,545
Total Invoice$15,726$30,141$35,417
Adjustments for Features0-4,079-5,952
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$15,726$26,062$29,465
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$3,403

Return to top

Features Comparison: Hyundai Elantra vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI

Model Year200620122012
ModelElantraGolf / GTIGolf / GTI
TrimGTGTIR
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0  
6-speed manual $150$150
FWD$0$0 
AWD  $1700
Accessories 
Proximity key $250$250
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150  
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250$250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0$0
Brake assist $50$50
Side curtain airbags $350$350
Stability control $400$400
Tire-pressure monitor $75$75
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50$50
Rear seat pass-through $100$100
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front  $200
Dual-zone climate control  $125
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15$15
Interior air filter $0$0
Rear air vents $100$100
Exterior 
Body kit  $0
Bodyside moldings$75  
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25$25
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel $125$125
Aux input $50$50
Bluetooth audio streaming $25$25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100$100
iPod integration $100$100
MP3-compatible player $50$50
Navigation system $600$600
Satellite radio $200$200
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Compass $0$0
Fog lights$125$125 
Headlight washers  $50
Illuminated visor mirror, driver $50$50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50$50
Outside temperature display $50$50
Steering-linked headlights $150$150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25$25
Visor mirror, driver$10  
Visor mirror, passenger$10  
Xenon HID headlights $500$500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim $100$100
Center armrest(s), second row $50$50
Heated front seats $200$200
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat $50$50
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $50$50
Manual tilt adjuster, driver seat$50  
Power recliner, driver seat $100$100
Power recliner, passenger seat $100$100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional)$0  
Total Value of Features$420$4,665$6,615
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$4,245$6,195
Value of Feature Adjustments0-4,079-5,952

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Hyundai Elantra vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI

Model Year20062012
ModelElantraGolf / GTI
Body4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Wheelbase102.7 in101.5 in
Length177.9 in165.4 in
Width67.7 in70.3 in
Height56.1 in58.3 in
Curb Weight2,785 lb.2,969 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.5 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.6 in39.3 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.7 in54.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom43.2 in41.2 in
Row 2 Headroom38.0 in38.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.5 in52.8 in
Row 2 Hip Room55.6 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom35.0 in35.5 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
20.1 ft315.0 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
37.0 ft346.0 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Hyundai Elantra GT

Package 2
FeatureValueRequested?
Antilock brakes (ABS)400Yes
Traction control100Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Total Requested1400100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Volkswagen Golf / GTI GTI

Autobahn Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Proximity key250No
Dynaudio, 300W, 8 speakers350No
Navigation system600No
Steering-linked headlights150No
Xenon HID headlights500No
Audio controls on steering wheel125No
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
HD radio50No
SD Card slot25No
Total Requested180044%
Total Not Requested225056%

Option Package Details
Volkswagen Golf / GTI R

Sunroof and Navigation Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600No
Sunroof900Yes
Dynaudio, 300W, 8 speakers350No
Total Requested90049%
Total Not Requested95051%

Was this information useful?

We're glad we could help! Share this page:

We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it.

See TrueDelta's information for all Sedans and Coupes.
See TrueDelta's information for all Hyundai models.