BMW 1 Series vs Volkswagen Golf Comparison

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Things we like	Great driving dynamics Solid build quality Great features Read More	Premium design and build quality Punchy engine performance  Read More
Things we don't like	Cramped rear-seat space Read More	Stiff ride quality Limited shoulder room at the back Read More

Dimensions & Capacity

Cargo Volume	380 L	--
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	50 L	50 L
Front Headroom	1019 mm	--
Rear Headroom	956 mm	--
Front Tread	1565 mm	--
Rear Tread	1565 mm	--
Kerb Weight	1600 kg	--
Gross Weight	2085 kg	--
Length	4319 mm	4258 mm
Width	2081 mm	1799 mm
Height	1414 mm	1452 mm
Wheel Base	2670 mm	2620 mm
No Of Doors	5	5
Seating Capacity	5 Seats	5 Seats

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Engine Details

Engine	2.0L Petrol Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC	1.4 L TSI Turbocharged 4 Cylinder 16 Valve
No Of Cylinders	4	4
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Valve Configuration	DOHC	DOHC
Emission Norm Compliance	Euro 6	--
Fuel Supply System	--	Direct Injection

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Performance

Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Engine Displacement	1998 cc	1395 cc
Power	306 hp	148 hp
Torque	450 Nm	250 Nm
Acceleration	4.8 s	--
Top Speed	250 kmph	--
Fuel Consumption	7.5	--

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Steering

Power Steering	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Steering Column	Yes	Yes
Steering Column	Adjustable	Tilt & Telescopic
Steering Type	Power	Electric Power
Steering Gear Type	Rack & Pinion	Rack & Pinion

Suspension & Brakes

Front Brake Type	Ventilated Discs	Ventilated Discs
Rear Brake Type	Discs	Discs
Front Suspension	M Sport Suspension	MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension	M Sport Suspension	Multi Link

Transmission

Transmission Type	Automatic	Dual Clutch
Gear Box	8-Speed	7-Speed
Drive Type	AWD	FWD
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddle	--	No

Wheel & Tyre

Alloy Wheels	Yes	Yes
Wheel Covers	No	No
Alloy Wheel Size	19 Inch	16 Inch
Tyre Size	235/35 R19	205/55 R16
Tyre Type	Radial	Radial
Wheel Size	R19	R16

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Safety

Anti-Lock Braking System	Yes	Yes
Brake Assist	Yes	Yes
Ebd	Yes	Yes
Crash Sensor	Yes	Yes
Driver Airbag	Yes	Yes
Passenger Airbag	Yes	Yes
Curtain Airbags	Yes	--
Side Airbag-Front	Yes	Yes
Door Ajar Warning	Yes	Yes
Seat Belt Warning	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Belts	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts	Yes	--
Child Safety Locks	Yes	Yes
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts	Yes	--
Day & Night Rear View Mirror	Yes	--
Parking Sensors	Yes	Yes
Rear Parking Sensors	Yes	--
Rear Camera	Yes	No
Emergency Stop Signal	Yes	--
Front Impact Beams	Yes	Yes
Side Impact Beams	Yes	Yes
Engine Check Warning	Yes	Yes
ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems)	Front Collision Warning, Rear Collision Warning, Speed Limit Info Front Collision Warning, Rear Collision Warning, Speed Limit Info	--
Lane Departure Warning System	Yes	--
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	Yes	--
Speed Sensing Door Locks	Yes	--
Advance Safety Feature	--	Hill Start Assist Hill Start Assist
Tyre Pressure Monitor	--	No

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Security

Central Locking	Yes	Yes
Power Door Locks	Yes	Yes
Anti Theft Device	Yes	Yes
Anti-Theft Alarm	Yes	--
Engine Immobilizer	Yes	Yes

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner	Yes	Yes
Automatic Climate Control	Yes	Yes
Heater	Yes	Yes
Accessory Power Outlet	Front Front	Yes
Engine Start/Stop Button	Yes	No
Central Console Armrest	Yes	--
Bottle Holder	Front & Rear Front & Rear	Yes
Cup Holders-Front	Yes	Yes
Cup Holders-Rear	Yes	Yes
Keyless Entry	Yes	No
Cruise Control	Yes	No
Power Windows Front	Yes	Yes
Power Windows Rear	Yes	Yes
Rear Reading Lamp	Yes	No
Vanity Mirror	Yes	Yes
Memory Seats	Yes	--
Wireless Charger	Yes	--
Rear A/C Vents	--	Yes
Automatic Headlamps	--	Yes

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Entertainment & Communication

Display Size	10.25 Inch 10.25 Inch	--
Apple Carplay/Android Auto	Yes	--
Audio System	Harman Kardon Harman Kardon	--
USB & Auxiliary Input	Yes	Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	Yes
FM/AM/Radio	Yes	Yes
Speakers Front	Yes	Yes
Speakers Rear	Yes	Yes
Multi-function Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio	No	Yes
Touch Screen	Yes	Yes
CD Player	--	Yes
Navigation System	--	No
Voice Control	--	Yes
Additional Features	--	8'' Touchscreen Composition Media with MirrorLink, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto 8'' Touchscreen Composition Media with MirrorLink, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto

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Instrumentation

Low Fuel Warning Light	Yes	Yes
Digital Clock	Yes	Yes
Digital Odometer	Yes	Yes
Tacho Meter	Yes	Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter	Yes	Yes

Seats & Upholstery

Adjustable Seats	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	Yes	Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats	Yes	No
Heated Seats - Rear	No	No
Rear Seat Headrest	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Center Arm Rest	Yes	--
Leather Steering Wheel	Yes	--
Folding Table Rear	No	No
Foldable Rear Seat	Yes	Yes
Seat Upholstery	Leather Leather	--
Heated Seats - Front	--	No
Fabric Upholstery	--	Yes
Leather Seats	--	No

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Exterior

Electric Folding Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror	No	No
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicator	Yes	Yes
Integrated Antenna	Yes	Yes
Power Antenna	No	No
Rear Window Wiper	Yes	Yes
Rear Window Defogger	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Headlights	Yes	Yes
Headlamp Type	LED LED	Halogen Halogen
Daytime Running Lights	LED LED	--
Taillight Type	LED LED	--
Roof Carrier	No	No
Rear Spoiler	Yes	Yes
Removable Convertible Top	No	No
Side Stepper	No	No
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank	Yes	Yes
Tinted Glass	No	--
Remote Trunk Opener	--	Yes
Remote Fuel Lid Opener	--	Yes
Rain Sensing Wiper	--	Yes
Fog Lights Front	--	Yes
Fog Lights Rear	--	Yes
Roof Rail	--	No
Sun Roof	--	No
Chrome Grille	--	No
Additional Features	--	8'' Touchscreen Composition Media with MirrorLink, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto 8'' Touchscreen Composition Media with MirrorLink, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto

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Interior

Adjustable Headrest	Front & Rear Front & Rear	--
Sun Visors	Yes	--