BMW X1 vs Volkswagen Polo Comparison

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Rs43.50 Lakh^*
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Rs10.25 Lakh^*
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BMW X1
sDrive20i xLine
43.50 Lakh^*
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Volkswagen Polo
Legend Edition
10.25 Lakh^*
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BMW X1 vs Volkswagen Polo

Should you buy BMW X1 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 X1 price starts at Rs 41.50 Lakh ex-showroom for sDrive20i SportX (Petrol) and Volkswagen Polo price starts Rs 6.45 Lakh ex-showroom for 1.0 MPI Trendline (Petrol). X1 has 1998 cc (Petrol top model) engine, while Polo has 999 cc (Petrol top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the X1 has a mileage of 19.62 kmpl (Petrol top model)> and the Polo has a mileage of 18.24 kmpl (Petrol top model).

Basic Information	sDrive20i xLine	Legend Edition
Brand Name	BMW	Volkswagen
On Road Price	Rs.46,25,474^#	Rs.11,81,053^*
Offers & Discount	1 Offer View now	No
User Rating	4.5 Based on 39 Reviews	4.3 Based on 196 Reviews
Finance Available (EMI)	Rs.88,031 Check Now	Rs.22,482 Check Now
Insurance	Rs.1,02,547 X1 Insurance	Rs.43,303 Polo Insurance
Service Cost (Avg. of 5 years)	-	Rs.3,416
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Engine and Transmission
Engine Type	TwinPower Turbo 4-Cylinder engine	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)	189.08bhp@5000-6000rpm	108.62bhp@5000-5500rpm
Max Torque (nm@rpm)	280nm@1350-4600rpm	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	7 Speed	6-Speed Automatic
Mild Hybrid	No	No
Drive Type	No	FWD
Clutch Type	Dual Clutch	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	51.0 (Litres)	45.0 (Litres)
Emission Norm Compliance	BS VI	BS VI
Top Speed (Kmph)	226	No
Drag Coefficient	No	No
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Suspension, Steering & Brakes
Front Suspension	-	McPherson strut with stabilizer bar
Rear Suspension	-	Semi independent trailing arm
Steering Type	Power	Electronic
Steering Column	Tilt & Telescopic	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
Top Speed (Kmph)	226	-
0-100kmph (Seconds)	7.7	-
Braking (100-0kmph)	-	40.26m
Emission Norm Compliance	BS VI	BS VI
Tyre Size	225/55 R17	195/55 R16
Tyre Type	Runflat Tyres	Tubeless,Radial
Alloy Wheel Size	17	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

McPherson strut with stabilizer bar

Rear Suspension

Semi independent trailing arm

Steering Type

Power

Electronic

Steering Column

Tilt & Telescopic

Dimensions & Capacity
Length (mm)	4447	3971
Width (mm)	2060	1682
Height (mm)	1598	1469
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm)	-	165
Wheel Base (mm)	2670	2470
Front Tread (mm)	1561	1460
Rear Tread (mm)	1562	1456
Kerb Weight (kg)	-	1093
Grossweight (kg)	-	1570
Rear Headroom (mm)	1002	915
Front Headroom (mm)	1065	885-995
Front Legroom (mm)	-	1020-1240
Front Shoulder Room (mm)	1440	-
Rear Shoulder Room (mm)	1453	1335
Seating Capacity	5	5
Boot Space (Litres)	-	280
No. of Doors	5	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
Automatic Climate Control	Yes	Yes
Air Quality Control	Yes	No
Remote Climate Control (A/C)	-	No
Remote Trunk Opener	Yes	Yes
Remote Fuel Lid Opener	-	No
Remote Engine Start/Stop	No	No
Low Fuel Warning Light	Yes	Yes
Accessory Power Outlet	Yes	Yes
Trunk Light	Yes	No
Remote Horn & Light Control	-	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	No	No
Multifunction Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Cruise Control	Yes	Yes
Parking Sensors	Rear	Rear
Navigation System	Yes	No
Find My Car Location	Yes	No
Real-Time Vehicle Tracking	Yes	No
Foldable Rear Seat	-	Bench Folding
Smart Access Card Entry	Yes	No
Smart Key Band	No	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	Yes	No
USB Charger	Front	No
Steering Mounted Tripmeter	No	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	No	No
Battery Saver	-	No
Lane Change Indicator	No	Yes
Additional Features	Shift-by-wire gear selector switch,Sporty fast gear shifting in specific driving modes,- Launch Control with imagery in the instrument cluster,Park Distance Control (PDC)	‘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	No	No
Memory Function Seats	Front	No
One Touch Operating Power Window	Driver's Window	All
Autonomous Parking	-	No
Drive Modes	3	-
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	Yes	No
Digital Odometer	Yes	Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats	Front	No
Driving Experience Control Eco	Yes	No
Folding Table In The Rear	-	No
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	Yes	Yes
Ventilated Seats	No	No
Dual Tone Dashboard	Yes	Yes
Additional Features	Micro-activated Carbon Particulate Filter for fresh and recirculated air,Ambient Lighting: Mood lighting in front and rear with 6 selectable light designs for instrument panel and door trims,Floor Mats in velour,Interior mirror with Automatic Anti-dazzle Function,Sport Leather Steering Wheel in Black with Black stitching and decorative finisher in Chrome,Panorama Glass Roof with automatic sliding/tilting function,Rear seat backrest adjustable in 2 tilt positions,Stainless Steel insert - in the loading edge cover of the luggage compartment,Sport Seats for driver and front passenger,Storage Compartment Package,Instrument Cluster in Black Panel Technology with 5.7” (14.4 cm) TFT display including display of navigation arrows,Fine-wood trim ‘Fineline’ Stream with highlight trim finishers Pearl Chrome,Sensatec Oyster	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	Storm Bay MetallicAlpine WhiteSunset OrangeMediterranean BlueSparking Brown MetallicBlack Sapphire+1 MoreX1 Colors	Carbon SteelFlash RedReflex SilverCandy WhiteRed / WhitePolo Colors
Body Type	SUVAll SUV Cars	HatchbackAll Hatchback Cars
Adjustable Headlights	Yes	Yes
Fog Lights Front	Yes	Yes
Fog Lights Rear	Yes	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	No	No
Rain Sensing Wiper	Yes	Yes
Rear Window Wiper	Yes	Yes
Rear Window Washer	Yes	Yes
Rear Window Defogger	Yes	Yes
Wheel Covers	No	No
Alloy Wheels	Yes	Yes
Power Antenna	No	Yes
Tinted Glass	No	No
Rear Spoiler	Yes	Yes
Removable Or Convertible Top	No	No
Roof Carrier	-	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	Yes	No
Dual Tone Body Colour	No	No
Smoke Headlamps	-	No
Projector Headlamps	Yes	No
Halogen Headlamps	No	Yes
Cornering Headlamps	-	Yes
Cornering Foglamps	No	No
Roof Rail	Yes	No
Lighting	LED Headlights,DRL's (Day Time Running Lights)	Cornering Headlights
Trunk Opener	Smart	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	BMW Kidney Grille with exclusively designed vertical slats with front sides in Aluminium Matt, grille framein Chrome High-Gloss,Front Bumper with sump guard and other design elements in Silver Matt,Side Sill Trim in Matt Silver,Door Sill insert in Aluminium with embossed designation,Sump guard in the back with main part in body colour and inset trim painted Silver,Aerodynamically optimised vehicle underbody - Front air guide and engine compartment shielding,Comfort Suspension,Sun Protection Glazing,Rain Sensor and automatic driving lights,LED Tail Lights with aerodynamicaly optimized 3D two-part L-Shaped design,Roof Rails in Aluminium Satinated finish,Twin exhaust tailpipe in Chrome finish,Wind deflectors on wheel arch, air curtain -specifically located air inlets in front bumper and air line through wheel arch for enhanced aerodynamics	‘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	225/55 R17	195/55 R16
Tyre Type	Runflat Tyres	Tubeless,Radial
Wheel Size	-	-
Alloy Wheel Size	17	R16
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Exterior

Available Colors

Storm Bay MetallicAlpine WhiteSunset OrangeMediterranean BlueSparking Brown Metallic+1 MoreX1 Colors

Carbon SteelFlash RedReflex SilverCandy WhiteRed / WhitePolo Colors

Body Type

SUVAll SUV 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	6	2
Driver Airbag	Yes	Yes
Passenger Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag Front	Yes	No
Side Airbag Rear	No	No
Day Night Rear View Mirror	Yes	Auto
Passenger Side Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
Xenon Headlamps	-	No
Halogen Headlamps	No	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	-	No
EBD	Yes	No
Electronic Stability Control	Yes	Yes
Advance Safety Features	Expert functions for race track driving,Engine control and brake interventions during cornering, agility enhancement and curve neutrality,Servotronic Steering Assist,Brake Energy Regeneration,Head airbags for the whole side window area,Electric Parking Brake,Analyses the driving behaviour of the driver,Suggests when to take a break in the control display,BMW Condition Based Service,Cornering Brake Control,Integrated Emergency Spare wheel,Runflat tyres with reinforced side walls,Warning triangle with first-aid kit,BMW ure Advance includes Tyres, Alloys, Engine ure, Key Lost Assistance and Golf Hole-in-One,Road Side Assistance 24x7	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	-	No
Pretensioners And Force Limiter Seatbelts	Yes	Yes
Sos Emergency Assistance	No	No
Blind Spot Monitor	Yes	No
Lane Watch Camera	-	No
Geo Fence Alert	No	No
Hill Descent Control	Yes	No
Hill Assist	Yes	Yes
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock	Yes	Yes
360 View Camera	-	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	Yes	No
Mirror Link	-	Yes
Speakers Front	Yes	Yes
Speakers Rear	Yes	Yes
Integrated2DINAudio	Yes	No
Wireless Phone Charging	No	No
USB And Auxiliary Input	Yes	Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	Yes
Wifi Connectivity	-	No
Compass	Yes	No
Touch Screen	Yes	Yes
Touch Screen Size	8.8 Inch	6.5
Connectivity	Apple CarPlay	,Android Auto,Apple CarPlay,SD Card Reader
Android Auto	No	Yes
Apple Car Play	Yes	Yes
Internal Storage	No	No
Number Of Speaker	6	4
Rear Entertainment System	No	No
Additional Features	BMW Apps,Configurable user interface,iDrive Touch Controller	-
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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 X1

Engaging drive experience
Diesel engine is super-refined
Ride quality is excellent over not so good roads.

Volkswagen Polo

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

BMW X1

Lack of features for its price
Steering wheel buttons feel tacky
Cost cutting is apparent in places

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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