1996 Toyota Tercel vs 1996 Volkswagen Golf/GTI
| EPA figure | 1996 Toyota Tercel | 1996 Volkswagen Golf/GTI |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 1996 | 1996 |
| Body · drive | Subcompact · Front-Wheel Drive · Gas | Compact · Front-Wheel Drive · Diesel |
| Combined MPG | 29 | 38 |
| City / highway MPG | 26 / 35 | 34 / 44 |
| Fuel a year | $2,300 | $2,500 |
| Tailpipe CO₂ (g/mi) | 306 | 268 |
| Engine | 1.5 L 4-cyl | 1.9 L 4-cyl turbo |
| Transmission | Automatic 4-spd | Manual 5-spd |
▲ marks the better official figure on that line: more range, MPG or MPGe; less fuel cost or CO₂. From fueleconomy.gov.