BMW 5 Series vs Volkswagen Polo Comparison

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530i M Sport
Rs64.50 Lakh^*
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Rs10.25 Lakh^*
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530i M Sport
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BMW 5 Series vs Volkswagen Polo

Should you buy BMW 5 Series or Volkswagen Polo? Find out which car is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their Price, Size, Space, Boot Space, Service cost, Mileage, Features, Colours and other specs. BMW 5 Series price starts at Rs 64.50 Lakh ex-showroom for 530i M Sport (Petrol) and Volkswagen Polo price starts Rs 6.45 Lakh ex-showroom for 1.0 MPI Trendline (Petrol). 5 Series has 2993 cc (Diesel top model) engine, while Polo has 999 cc (Petrol top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the 5 Series has a mileage of 20.37 kmpl (Petrol top model)> and the Polo has a mileage of 18.24 kmpl (Petrol top model).

Basic Information	530i M Sport	Legend Edition
Brand Name	BMW	Volkswagen
On Road Price	Rs.68,28,428^#	Rs.11,81,053^*
Offers & Discount	1 Offer View now	No
User Rating	4.6 Based on 4 Reviews	4.3 Based on 196 Reviews
Finance Available (EMI)	Rs.1,29,968 Check Now	Rs.22,482 Check Now
Insurance	Rs.1,37,324 5 Series Insurance	Rs.43,303 Polo Insurance
Service Cost (Avg. of 5 years)	-	Rs.3,416
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Engine and Transmission
Engine Type	-	1.0L TSI Petrol
Displacement (cc)	1998	999
No Of Cylinder	44 Cylinder Cars	33 Cylinder Cars
Fast Charging	No	No
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	248.08bhp@5200rpm	108.62bhp@5000-5500rpm
Max Torque (nm@rpm)	350nm@1450-4800rpm	175nm@1750-4000rpm
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Valve Configuration	-	DOHC
Fuel Supply System	-	MPI
Bore X Stroke (mm)	-	74.5 x 76.4
Compression Ratio	-	10.5:1
Turbo Charger	Twin	Yes
Super Charger	-	No
Transmission Type	Automatic	Automatic
Gear Box	8-Speed Automatic Transmission	6-Speed Automatic
Mild Hybrid	No	No
Drive Type	No	FWD
Clutch Type	No	No
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Fuel & Performance
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Mileage (City)	No	No
Mileage (ARAI)	14.82 kmpl	16.47 kmpl
Fuel Tank Capacity	No	45.0 (Litres)
Emission Norm Compliance	BS VI	BS VI
Top Speed (Kmph)	No	No
Drag Coefficient	No	No
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Suspension, Steering & Brakes
Front Suspension	Adaptive Suspension	McPherson strut with stabilizer bar
Rear Suspension	Adaptive Suspension	Semi independent trailing arm
Steering Type	Electric	Electronic
Steering Column	-	Tilt & Telescopic
Steering Gear Type	Rack&Pinion	Rack & Pinion
Turning Radius (Metres)	-	4.9
Front Brake Type	Ventilated Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Type	Ventilated Disc	Drum
0-100kmph (Seconds)	6.1	-
Braking (100-0kmph)	-	40.26m
Emission Norm Compliance	BS VI	BS VI
Tyre Size	-	195/55 R16
Tyre Type	-	Tubeless,Radial
Alloy Wheel Size	18	R16
0-100Kmph (Tested)	-	9.66s
Quarter Mile (Tested)	-	16.91s @130.10kmph
4th Gear (40-80kmph)	-	13.74s
Braking (80-0 kmph)	-	25.97m
3rd Gear (30-80kmph) (Seconds)	-	8.54s
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Suspension, Steering & Brakes

Front Suspension

Adaptive Suspension

McPherson strut with stabilizer bar

Rear Suspension

Adaptive Suspension

Semi independent trailing arm

Steering Type

Electric

Electronic

Steering Column

Tilt & Telescopic

Dimensions & Capacity
Length (mm)	4963	3971
Width (mm)	2126	1682
Height (mm)	1497	1469
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm)	-	165
Wheel Base (mm)	2975	2470
Front Tread (mm)	-	1460
Rear Tread (mm)	-	1456
Kerb Weight (kg)	-	1093
Grossweight (kg)	-	1570
Rear Headroom (mm)	-	915
Front Headroom (mm)	-	885-995
Front Legroom (mm)	-	1020-1240
Rear Shoulder Room (mm)	-	1335
Seating Capacity	5	5
Boot Space (Litres)	-	280
No. of Doors	4	5
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Comfort & Convenience
Power Steering	Yes	Yes
Power Windows Front	Yes	Yes
Power Windows Rear	Yes	Yes
Power Boot	Yes	No
Power folding 3rd Row Seat	No	No
Automatic Climate Control	4 Zone	Yes
Air Quality Control	Optional	No
Remote Climate Control (A/C)	-	No
Remote Trunk Opener	Yes	Yes
Remote Fuel Lid Opener	-	No
Remote Engine Start/Stop	Yes	No
Low Fuel Warning Light	Yes	Yes
Accessory Power Outlet	Yes	Yes
Trunk Light	Yes	No
Remote Horn & Light Control	Yes	No
Vanity Mirror	Yes	Yes
Rear Reading Lamp	Yes	No
Rear Seat Headrest	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Headrest	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest	Yes	No
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts	Yes	No
Cup Holders Front	Yes	Yes
Cup Holders Rear	Yes	No
Rear AC Vents	Yes	Yes
Heated Seats Front	Yes	No
Heated Seats Rear	-	No
Seat Lumbar Support	Yes	Yes
Active Noise Cancellation	Yes	No
Multifunction Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Cruise Control	Yes	Yes
Parking Sensors	Front & Rear	Rear
Navigation System	Yes	No
Find My Car Location	Yes	No
Real-Time Vehicle Tracking	Yes	No
Foldable Rear Seat	40:20:40 Split	Bench Folding
Smart Access Card Entry	Yes	No
Smart Key Band	Yes	No
Engine Start Stop Button	Yes	No
Glove Box Cooling	Yes	Yes
Bottle Holder	Front Door	Front & Rear Door
Voice Control	Yes	Yes
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddles	-	No
USB Charger	Front & Rear	No
Steering Mounted Tripmeter	-	No
Central Console Armrest	With Storage	Yes
Tailgate Ajar	Yes	No
Hands-Free Tailgate	Yes	No
Gear Shift Indicator	Yes	Yes
Rear Curtain	No	No
Luggage Hook And Net	Yes	No
Battery Saver	-	No
Lane Change Indicator	-	Yes
Additional Features	Automatic Air Conditioning With 4-Zone Control, BMW Gesture Control,	‘Climatronic’ automatic air-conditioning, Remote-controlled central locking, Opening and closing of windows with key remote, Multi-function Display (MFD) trip computer, Dust and pollen filter, Speed sensitive electronic power steering, Central locking with boot opener in Volkswagen logo, Digital clock and fuel gauge, Front intermittent wipers - 4-step variable speed setting, Instrument cluster with tachometer, speedometer, odometer and trip meter, Vanity mirror in left side sunvisor, Push to open fuel lid, R14 steel spare wheel
Massage Seats	Front	No
Memory Function Seats	-	No
One Touch Operating Power Window	Driver's Window	All
Autonomous Parking	Full	No
Drive Modes	5	-
Air Conditioner	Yes	Yes
Heater	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Steering	Yes	Yes
KeyLess Entry	Yes	Yes
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Comfort & Convenience

Power Steering

Power Windows Front

Power Windows Rear

Power Boot

Interior
Tachometer	Yes	Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter	Yes	Yes
Leather Seats	Yes	No
Fabric Upholstery	No	Yes
Leather Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector	Yes	Yes
Glove Compartment	Yes	Yes
Digital Clock	Yes	Yes
Outside Temperature Display	Yes	No
Cigarette Lighter	Optional	No
Digital Odometer	Yes	Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats	Front	No
Driving Experience Control Eco	Yes	No
Folding Table In The Rear	Optional	No
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	Yes	Yes
Ventilated Seats	Yes	No
Dual Tone Dashboard	Yes	Yes
Additional Features	-	High-quality scratch-resistant dashboard, 3 grab handles above doors, folding with coat hooks at the rear, Storage compartment in front doors including holders for cups and 1.5-litre bottles, Sunglass holder inside glovebox, Front centre console including a charging outlet, Single folding rear seat backrest, Driver side dead pedal, Black and grey interior theme, Sporty flat-bottom steering wheel, Piano Black front radio surround trim, Luggage compartment cover / parcel tray, Ambient lights with theatre diing effect, Chrome interior accents, Leather-wrapped steering wheel with chrome accents and piano black finish, Glovebox light
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Interior

Tachometer

Electronic Multi Tripmeter

Leather Seats

Exterior
Available Colors	Carbon BlackAlpine WhiteBluestone MetallicPhytonic Blue5 Series Colors	Carbon SteelFlash RedReflex SilverCandy WhiteRed / WhitePolo Colors
Body Type	SedanAll Sedan Cars	HatchbackAll Hatchback Cars
Adjustable Headlights	Yes	Yes
Fog Lights Front	Yes	Yes
Fog Lights Rear	-	Yes
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
Manually Adjustable Ext Rear View Mirror	No	No
Electric Folding Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
Headlamp Washers	Yes	No
Rain Sensing Wiper	Yes	Yes
Rear Window Wiper	Yes	Yes
Rear Window Washer	-	Yes
Rear Window Defogger	Yes	Yes
Wheel Covers	No	No
Alloy Wheels	Yes	Yes
Power Antenna	No	Yes
Tinted Glass	-	No
Rear Spoiler	Yes	Yes
Removable Or Convertible Top	No	No
Roof Carrier	Optional	No
Sun Roof	Yes	No
Moon Roof	Yes	No
Side Stepper	-	No
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators	Yes	Yes
Integrated Antenna	Yes	Yes
Chrome Grille	Yes	No
Chrome Garnish	-	No
Dual Tone Body Colour	-	No
Smoke Headlamps	Yes	No
Projector Headlamps	-	No
Halogen Headlamps	-	Yes
Cornering Headlamps	-	Yes
Cornering Foglamps	-	No
Roof Rail	-	No
Lighting	LED Headlights,DRL's (Day Time Running Lights),Rain Sensing Driving Lights	Cornering Headlights
Trunk Opener	-	Remote
Heated Wing Mirror	Yes	No
LED DRLs	Yes	No
LED Headlights	Yes	No
LED Taillights	Yes	No
LED Fog Lamps	Yes	No
Additional Features	Air Breather in satinised aluminium, BMW kidney grille with vertical slats in Black High-Gloss, Front bumper with specific design elements in Black High-Gloss, M designation on the front side panels, M door sill finishers, illuminated, Mirror base, B-pillar finisher and window guide rail in Black High-Gloss, M Aerodynamics package with front apron, side skirts and rear apron with diffuser insert in dark shadow metallic, Tailpipe finisher trapezoidal in Chrome High-Gloss, Window recess cover and finisher for window frame in satinised aluminium, M Sport brake with dark blue brake calipers with M designation,	‘Legend’ badging, side body graphics, black trunk garnish, and a blacked out roof, Headlamps in black finish,Honeycomb front grille, Dual-beam headlamps, GT inspired bumper with honeycomb design, Reflectors on rear bumper, Windscreen in heat insulating glass, Heat insulating glass for side and rear windows, Black outside mirrors, R16 ‘Portago’ alloy wheels, Grey wedge at top tion of windscreen, Black Rear Spoiler, Fender Badge, Boot Badge, Side Bodt Graphics, Trunk Garnish,
Tyre Size	-	195/55 R16
Tyre Type	-	Tubeless,Radial
Wheel Size	-	-
Alloy Wheel Size	18	R16
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Exterior

Available Colors

Carbon BlackAlpine WhiteBluestone MetallicPhytonic Blue5 Series Colors

Carbon SteelFlash RedReflex SilverCandy WhiteRed / WhitePolo Colors

Body Type

SedanAll Sedan Cars

HatchbackAll Hatchback Cars

Adjustable Headlights

Safety
Anti Lock Braking System	Yes	Yes
Brake Assist	Yes	No
Central Locking	Yes	Yes
Power Door Locks	Yes	Yes
Child Safety Locks	Yes	Yes
Anti Theft Alarm	Yes	No
No Of Airbags	7	2
Driver Airbag	Yes	Yes
Passenger Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag Front	Yes	No
Side Airbag Rear	Yes	No
Day Night Rear View Mirror	Yes	Auto
Passenger Side Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
Xenon Headlamps	-	No
Halogen Headlamps	-	Yes
Rear Seat Belts	Yes	Yes
Seat Belt Warning	Yes	Yes
Door Ajar Warning	Yes	No
Side Impact Beams	Yes	Yes
Front Impact Beams	Yes	Yes
Traction Control	Yes	No
Adjustable Seats	Yes	Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor	Yes	No
Vehicle Stability Control System	Yes	Yes
Engine Immobilizer	Yes	Yes
Crash Sensor	Yes	Yes
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank	Yes	Yes
Engine Check Warning	Yes	Yes
Automatic Headlamps	Yes	Yes
Clutch Lock	Yes	No
EBD	Yes	No
Electronic Stability Control	Yes	Yes
Advance Safety Features	Cruise control with braking function, Airbag, passenger side, deactivatable via key, Anti-lock Braking System with Brake Assist and Dynamic Braking lights, Active Park Distance Control, rear, Attentiveness Assistant, BMW Condition Based Service (Intelligent Maintenance System), Cornering Brake Control (CBC), Crash Sensor, Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) including Dynamic Traction Control (DTC), Electric Parking brake with auto hold function, Electronic vehicle iobiliser, Fully integrated Emergency Spare Wheel, ISOFIX child seat mounting, Runflat indicator, Runflat tyres with reinforced side walls, Rear doors with mechanical childproof lock, Side-impact protection, Three-point seat belts for all seats, including pyrotechnic belt tensioners in the front and belt force, limiters in the front and outer rear seats, Warning triangle with first-aid kit,	Height-adjustable head restraints, front and rear, L-shaped rear head restraints, Electronic engine iobiliser with floating code, 3-point front seat belts, rear outer seat belts, lap belt in the middle, High-mounted stop lamp, Emergency exit, Auto-diing interior rear-view mirror
Follow Me Home Headlamps	Yes	No
Rear Camera	Yes	No
Anti Theft Device	Yes	Yes
Anti Pinch Power Windows	Driver's Window	All
Speed Alert	Yes	No
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock	Yes	Yes
Knee Airbags	Yes	No
Isofix Child Seat Mounts	Yes	Yes
Heads Up Display	Yes	No
Pretensioners And Force Limiter Seatbelts	Yes	Yes
Sos Emergency Assistance	Yes	No
Blind Spot Monitor	Yes	No
Lane Watch Camera	No	No
Geo Fence Alert	Yes	No
Hill Descent Control	Yes	No
Hill Assist	No	Yes
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock	Yes	Yes
360 View Camera	Yes	No
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Safety

Anti Lock Braking System

Brake Assist

Central Locking

Power Door Locks

Entertainment & Communication
Cd Player	No	No
Cd Changer	No	No
Dvd Player	No	No
Radio	Yes	Yes
Audio System Remote Control	No	No
Mirror Link	Yes	Yes
Speakers Front	Yes	Yes
Speakers Rear	Yes	Yes
Integrated2DINAudio	Yes	No
Wireless Phone Charging	Yes	No
USB And Auxiliary Input	Yes	Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	Yes
Wifi Connectivity	Yes	No
Compass	Yes	No
Touch Screen	Yes	Yes
Touch Screen Size	12.3	6.5
Connectivity	Android Auto,Apple CarPlay	,Android Auto,Apple CarPlay,SD Card Reader
Android Auto	Yes	Yes
Apple Car Play	Yes	Yes
Internal Storage	Yes	No
Number Of Speaker	16	4
Rear Entertainment System	Yes	No
Additional Features	High-resolution (1920x720 pixels) 12.3” Control Display, BMW Operating System 7.0 with variable configurable widgets, Navigation function with 3D maps, Touch Functionality, Voice Control, Park Distance Control (PDC) front and rear, Parking Assistant, Remote Control Parking, Reversing Assistant , Surround view cameras with 360 degree view including top view and panorama side view, Wireless charging with extended functionality, Improved hands-free capability for passenger with a ond microphone - 2 x USB connections in centre console,	-
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Warranty
Introduction Date	No	No
Warranty Time	No	No
Warranty Distance	No	No

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Pros and Cons

Pros
Cons

BMW 5 Series

Rewarding to drive
Supple ride
Solidly built
Feature loaded

Volkswagen Polo

Punchy turbo engine
Solid build quality
Enthusiast handling
Clean and classic looks

BMW 5 Series

Rear seat experience
Sharp bumps can upset the suspension

Volkswagen Polo

Missing features like a reverse camera
Lack of rear seat space
Priced at a premium
DSG automatic no longer available
No diesel engine option

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