DS 5 vs Volkswagen Golf R-Line Comparison

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Things we like	Stunning design Well-crafted interiors Read More	Premium design in and out Excellent driving dynamics Read More
Things we don't like	Slightly pricey Slightly firm ride quality Read More	Stiff ride quality Quite expensive for a hatchback Read More

Dimensions & Capacity

Cargo Volume	468 L	--
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	60 L	45 L
Length	4530 mm	4287 mm
Width	1871 mm	1789 mm
Height	1505 mm	1456 mm
Wheel Base	2727 mm	2636 mm
No Of Doors	5	5
Seating Capacity	5 Seats	5 Seats

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Engine Details

Engine	1.6L Petrol Engine, In-line 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC	1.4L Petrol Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve
Fuel Supply System	Direct Injection	Direct Injection
No Of Cylinders	4	4
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Valve Configuration	DOHC	--

Performance

Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Engine Displacement	1598 cc	1397 cc
Power	163 hp	148 hp
Torque	240 Nm	250 Nm

Steering

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

Suspension & Brakes

Front Brake Type	Ventilated Discs	Discs
Rear Brake Type	Discs	Discs
Front Suspension	MacPherson Strut	MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension	Multi-Link	Multi-Link
Shock Absorbers Type	Coil Spring	--

Transmission

Transmission Type	Automatic	Automatic
Gear Box	6-Speed	8-Speed
Drive Type	FWD	2WD

Wheel & Tyre

Alloy Wheels	Yes	Yes
Wheel Covers	No	No
Alloy Wheel Size	18 Inch	17 Inch
Tyre Size	235/45 R18	225/45 R17
Tyre Type	Radial	Radial
Wheel Size	R18	R17
Spare Tyre Size	--	225/45 R17
Spare Tyre Material	--	Steel

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Safety

Advance Safety Feature	Blind Spot Monitoring System Blind Spot Monitoring System	--
Anti-Lock Braking System	Yes	Yes
Brake Assist	Yes	--
Ebd	Yes	Yes
Vehicle Stability Control System	Yes	Yes
Crash Sensor	Yes	Yes
Driver Airbag	Yes	Yes
Passenger Airbag	Yes	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	Yes
Child Safety Locks	Yes	Yes
Day & Night Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
Parking Sensors	Yes	Yes
Rear Camera	Yes	Yes
Front Impact Beams	Yes	Yes
Side Impact Beams	Yes	Yes
Engine Check Warning	Yes	Yes
Traction Control	--	Yes
Curtain Airbags	--	Yes
Side Airbag-Rear	--	No
Knee Airbags	--	No
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts	--	Yes
Front Parking Sensors	--	Yes
Rear Parking Sensors	--	Yes
360 Camera	--	No
Park Assist	--	No
Downhill Assist Control	--	No
Electric Parking Brake	--	Yes
Blind Spot monitor	--	No
Lane Departure Warning System	--	No
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	--	No

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Security

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

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner	Yes	Yes
Automatic Climate Control	Yes	Yes
Heater	Yes	Yes
Accessory Power Outlet	Yes	Front & Rear Front & Rear
Engine Start/Stop Button	Yes	Yes
Central Console Armrest	Yes	Yes
Bottle Holder	Yes	Front & Rear Front & Rear
Cup Holders-Front	Yes	Yes
Cup Holders-Rear	Yes	Yes
Keyless Entry	Yes	Yes
Cruise Control	Yes	--
Power Windows Front	Yes	Yes
Power Windows Rear	Yes	Yes
Automatic Headlamps	Yes	Yes
Air Quality Control	--	Yes
Rear A/C Vents	--	Yes
Glove Box Cooling	--	No
Ventilated Front Seats	--	No
Ventilated Rear Seats	--	No
Adaptive Cruise Control	--	No
Rear Reading Lamp	--	Yes
Vanity Mirror	--	Yes
Trunk Light	--	Yes
Follow Me Home Headlamps	--	Yes
Memory Seats	--	No
Head-Up Display	--	No
Wireless Charger	--	No

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Entertainment & Communication

USB & Auxiliary Input	Yes	Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	Yes
FM/AM/Radio	Yes	Yes
Speakers Front	Yes	Yes
Speakers Rear	Yes	Yes
Navigation System	Yes	Yes
Multi-function Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio	No	No
Voice Control	Yes	Yes
Touch Screen	Yes	Yes
Additional Features	Apple CarPlay & MirrorLink Connectivity Apple CarPlay & MirrorLink Connectivity	--
Display Size	--	10 Inch 10 Inch
Apple Carplay/Android Auto	--	Yes
No Of Speakers	--	7 7

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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	Yes
Fabric Upholstery	No	Yes
Leather Seats	Yes	No
Leather Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Folding Table Rear	No	No
Foldable Rear Seat	Yes	Yes
Seat Lumbar Support	--	Yes
Heated Seats - Front	--	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
Rain Sensing Wiper	Yes	Yes
Rear Window Wiper	Yes	--
Adjustable Headlights	Yes	Yes
Headlamp Type	Xenon Xenon	LED LED
Fog Lights Front	Yes	--
Removable Convertible Top	No	No
Side Stepper	No	No
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank	Yes	Yes
Additional Features	Apple CarPlay & MirrorLink Connectivity Apple CarPlay & MirrorLink Connectivity	--
Rear Window Defogger	--	Yes
Daytime Running Lights	--	Yes
Taillight Type	--	LED LED
Headlamps Washer	--	No
Fog Lights Rear	--	Yes
Roof Carrier	--	No
Rear Spoiler	--	Yes
Tinted Glass	--	No

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Interior

Adjustable Headrest	--	Yes
Ambient Light	--	Yes
Sun Visors	--	Yes