BMW X1 vs Volkswagen Golf GTI
Should you buy BMW X1 or Volkswagen Golf GTI? 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 X1 price starts at Rs 50.80 Lakh ex-showroom for sDrive18i M Sport (Petrol) and Volkswagen Golf GTI price starts Rs 53 Lakh ex-showroom for 2.0 TSI (Petrol). X1 has 1995 cc (Diesel top model) engine, while Golf GTI has 1984 cc (Petrol top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the X1 has a mileage of 20.37 kmpl (Petrol top model) and the Golf GTI has a mileage of - (Petrol top model).
X1 Vs Golf GTI
| Key Highlights | BMW X1 | Volkswagen Golf GTI |
|---|---|---|
| On Road Price | Rs.58,42,511* | Rs.61,20,489* |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Engine(cc) | 1499 | 1984 |
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
BMW X1 vs Volkswagen Golf GTI comparison
- BMW X1
- sDrive18d M Sport (Diesel) 53.80 Lakh*
- Top SellingsDrive18i M Sport (Petrol) 50.80 Lakh*
Rs50.80 Lakh *VS
Basic Information
| On-Road Price in New Delhi | Rs.58,42,511* | Rs.61,20,489* |
| Finance Available (EMI) | Rs.1,11,211/month Get EMI Offers | Rs.1,16,498/month Get EMI Offers |
| Insurance | Rs.1,99,711 | Rs.2,33,600 |
| User Rating | Based on 129 Reviews | Based on 8 Reviews |
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Engine & Transmission
| Engine Type Engine type in car refers to the type of engine that powers the vehicle. There are many different types of car engines, but the most common are petrol (gasoline) and diesel engines ✕ | B38 turbo I3 | 2.0L TSI |
| Displacement (cc) The displacement of an engine is the total volume of all of the cylinders in the engine. Measured in cubic centimetres (cc) ✕ | 1499 | 1984 |
| No. of Cylinders ICE engines have one or more cylinders. More cylinders typically mean more smoothness and more power, but it also means more moving parts and less fuel efficiency. ✕ | 33 Cylinder Cars | 44 Cylinder Cars |
| Max Power (bhp@rpm) Power dictates the performance of an engine. It's measured in horsepower (bhp) or metric horsepower (PS). More is better. ✕ | 134.10bhp@4400-6500rpm | 261bhp@5250-6500rpm |
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Fuel & Performance
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Mileage ARAI (kmpl) | 20.37 | - |
| Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres) | 51 | 45 |
| Emission Norm Compliance Indicates the level of pollutants the car's engine emits, showing compliance with environmental regulations. ✕ | BS VI 2.0 | BS VI 2.0 |
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Suspension, Steering & Brakes
| Front Suspension The system of springs, shock absorbers, and linkages that connects the front wheels to the car body. Reduces jerks over bad surfaces and affects handling. ✕ | - | MacPherson Strut suspension |
| Rear Suspension The system of springs, shock absorbers, and linkages that connects the rear wheels to the car body. It impacts ride quality and stability. ✕ | - | Multi-link suspension |
| Steering Type The mechanism by which the car's steering operates, such as manual, power-assisted, or electric. It affecting driving ease. ✕ | - | Electrical |
| Turning Radius (Metres) The smallest circular space that needs to make a 180-degree turn. It indicates its manoeuvrability, especially in tight spaces. ✕ | - | 5.45 |
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Dimensions & Capacity
| Length (mm) The distance from a car's front tip to the farthest point in the back. ✕ | 4429 | 4289 |
| Width (mm) The width of a car is the horizontal distance between the two outermost points of the car, typically measured at the widest point of the car, such as the wheel wells or the rearview mirrors ✕ | 1827 | 1789 |
| Height (mm) The height of a car is the vertical distance between the ground and the highest point of the car. It can decide how much space a car has along with it's body type and is also critical in determining it's ability to fit in smaller garages or parking spaces ✕ | 1598 | 1471 |
| Ground Clearance Unladen (mm) The unladen ground clearance is the vertical distance between the ground and the lowest point of the car when the car is empty. More ground clearnace means when fully loaded your car won't scrape on tall speedbreakers, or broken roads. ✕ | - | 136 |
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Comfort & Convenience
| Power Steering Mechanism that reduces the effort needed to operate the steering wheel. Offered in various types, including hydraulic and electric. ✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Power Boot An automated system that opens and closes the car's boot lid or trunk with the press of a button or remote control. Makes accessing the boot easier. ✕ | Yes | - |
| Automatic Climate Control Automatically adjusts the car’s cabin temperature. Removes the need to manually adjust car AC temperature every now and then & offers a set it and forget it convenience. ✕ | 2 Zone | Yes |
| Accessory Power Outlet 12V power socket to power your appliances, like phones or tyre inflators. ✕ | Yes | Yes |
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Interior
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| DashBoard | ||
| Tachometer A tachometer shows how fast the engine is running, measured in revolutions per minute (RPM). In a manual car, it helps the driver know when to shift gears. ✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Multi Tripmeter Measures the distance a vehicle has travelled for a particular trip. A multi-tripmeter can keep track of multiple distances. For example kilometres since the last fuel up and kilometres travelled since the last service. The different tripmeters can be reset by the user as and when needed. ✕ | Yes | - |
| Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel | Yes | Yes |
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Exterior
| Available Colours | Storm Bay Metallic Alpine White Space Silver Metallic Portimao Blue Black Sapphire Metallic X1 Colours | Oryx White Premium Mother Of Pearl Black Grenadilla Black Metallic Moonstone Grey Black Kings Red Premium Metallic Black Golf GTI Colours |
| Body Type | SUVAll SUV Cars | HatchbackAll Hatchback Cars |
| Adjustable Headlamps | - | Yes |
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Safety
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) A safety system that prevents a car's wheels from locking up during hard braking to maintain steering control. ✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking A system that locks or unlocks all of the car's doors simultaneously with the press of a button. A must-have feature in modern cars. ✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Child Safety Locks Safety locks located on the car's rear doors that, when engaged, allows the doors to be opened only from the outside. The idea is to stop the door from opening unintentionally. ✕ | - | Yes |
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ADAS
| Forward Collision Warning | - | Yes |
| Automatic Emergency Braking | - | Yes |
| Speed Assist System | - | Yes |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | - | Yes |
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Advance Internet
| Inbuilt Assistant | - | Yes |
| SOS Button | - | Yes |
| RSA | - | Yes |
| Inbuilt APPs | - | implied by IDA & infotainment system |
Entertainment & Communication
| Radio AM/FM radio tuner for listening to broadcasts and music. Mainly used for listening to music and news when inside the car.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Integrated 2DIN Audio | Yes | - |
| Wireless Phone Charging Charges phones wirelessly via a charging pad. Useful feature for users with a smartphone that supports wireless charging.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| USB And Auxiliary Input A USB port for connecting external devices, like smartphones or MP3 players, to the car's audio system using a cable. Lets you play audio from your device through car speakers.✕ | Yes | - |
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