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 · Gas |
| Combined MPG | 30 | 23 |
| City / highway MPG | 27 / 35 | 20 / 28 |
| Fuel a year | $2,250 | $2,900 |
| Tailpipe CO₂ (g/mi) | 296 | 386 |
| Engine | 1.5 L 4-cyl | 2.0 L 4-cyl |
| Transmission | Manual 5-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.