These three hot hatchbacks are among the best available. But how does it stack up with all of their options?
Are you looking for a hot hatchback that offers a wide range of features? There are many options available. There are many options to choose from, including the Ford Focus RS and the Honda Civic Type R. Each vehicle produces around 300 horsepower and costs just over $30,000. Which of these vehicles is the most expensive, when loaded with options via the online configurator? Let’s take an in-depth look.
Base Price: $41,120
The Most Expensive: $45,630
The Ford Focus RS is the most costly of the three starting out. Its asking price is $41,120. That’s $1,335 higher than the Golf R and $7,020 higher than the Civic. It’s actually quite affordable once you add all the options. You can choose Nitrous Blue paint, which costs $695 more, or you can opt for premium forged 19 inch wheels, which costs $550 more, and comes with power moonroof, $895. For an additional $1,995, buyers who live in colder states can add RS winter tires to their wheels and tires.
The most expensive Focus RS costs $45,630, which includes $875 destination fees. There are less than $5,000 of options. The Focus RS is a lot more expensive than the Golf R. It produces 350 horsepower and has a 2.3-liter turbocharged motor. Base Price: $39 785 The Most Expensive: $46,201.
The VW Golf R has fewer options than its Ford counterpart. The exterior colors come as standard. Titan Black Leather is the only interior trim available. The Golf R has a unique advantage over the Focus RS in that it is available with a seven speed automatic transmission. This option costs $1,100. There are many accessories available. Mojo cloth floor mats cost an additional $105, a heavy duty trunk liner costs $138 and sun blinds for the rear windows are $287. 17-inch winter wheels cost $1,137.
The most expensive Golf R costs $46,201 and includes $850 for the destination fee. There are more than $5,300 in options available – accessories and all. This Golf R is slightly more expensive than the Focus RS and also less powerful. The 2.0-liter inline four engine produces 292 horsepower, and 280 pound-feet torque.
Base Price: $34,100
The Most Expensive: $38,315
The Honda Civic Type R hot hatchback is the most affordable, starting at $34,100. There is only one transmission available, with five exterior colors and one interior finish of red and black suede. Side molding ($217), dust covers ($350), door mirror covers ($520) and carbon fiber rear spoilers ($1,200), are just a few of the options available. The cabin also includes all-season floor mats ($155), an illuminated console (250), illuminated doors sills (290), and a wireless charger ($305).
The Honda Civic Type R is available fully loaded for $38,315, plus $890 destination fees. This is a great price for the Type R, which produces 306 horsepower and 295 pounds-feet. However, it is also the most powerful option in the group. It also has an $890 destination fee.
These are the top three hot hatchbacks in each category, including their price.
Ford Focus RS |
Volkswagen Golf R |
Honda Civic Type A |
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Engine |
Turbocharged 2.3-Liter Four Cylinder | Turbocharged 2.0-Liter Four Cylinder | Turbocharged 2.0-Liter Four Cylinder |
Output |
350 Horsepower / 350 Pound-Feet | 292 Horsepower / 280 Pound-Feet | 306 Horsepower / 295 Pound-Feet |
Transmission |
Six-Speed Manual | Six-Speed Manual / 7-Speed DSG | Six-Speed Manual |
0-60 |
4.5 Seconds | 5.2 Seconds / 4.25 Seconds | 4.9 Seconds |
Base price |
$41,120 | $39,785 | $34,100 |
The Most Expensive |
$45,630 | $46,201 | $38,315 |