Volkswagen Golf GTI vs Volkswagen Passat Elegance Comparison

From The Experts

Things we like	Powerful engine Handling and travelling comfort finely balanced Flexible interior       Read More	Extremely powerful engine Good number of safety features Plush and comfortable cabin Read More
Things we don't like	Infotainment unit not user-friendly Styling isn’t the best in class Abundant use of hard plastics Read More	Marginally overpriced Read More

Dimensions & Capacity

Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	50 L	66 L
Length	4289 mm	4767 mm
Width	1789 mm	1832 mm
Height	1437 mm	1456 mm
Wheel Base	2627 mm	2791 mm
No Of Doors	5	4
Seating Capacity	5 Seats	5 Seats
Cargo Volume	--	586 L
Front Tread	--	1584 mm
Rear Tread	--	1568 mm
Turning Radius	--	5.85 m

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Engine Details

Engine	2.0L Petrol Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve	1.8 L Petrol Engine 4 Cylinder 16 valve DOHC
Fuel Supply System	Direct Injection	Direct Injection
No Of Cylinders	4	4
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Valve Configuration	--	DOHC
Emission Norm Compliance	--	Euro 6

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Performance

Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Engine Displacement	1998 cc	1798 cc
Power	261 hp	178 hp
Torque	370 Nm	250 Nm
Acceleration	5.9 s	7.9 s
RPM At Max Torque	1600-4500 RPM	--
Top Speed	--	232 kmph

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Steering

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

Suspension & Brakes

Front Brake Type	Discs	Ventilated Discs
Rear Brake Type	Discs	Ventilated Discs
Front Suspension	MacPherson Strut	MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension	Multi-Link	Multi-Link

Transmission

Transmission Type	Dual Clutch	Automatic
Gear Box	7-Speed	7-Speed
Drive Type	FWD	--
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddle	Yes	Yes

Wheel & Tyre

Alloy Wheels	Yes	Yes
Wheel Covers	No	No
Alloy Wheel Size	18 Inch	18 Inch
Tyre Size	225/40 R18	235/45 R18
Tyre Type	Radial	Radial
Wheel Size	R18	R18

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Safety

Advance Safety Feature	Lane Assist Lane Assist	Hill Hold Control Hill Hold Control
Anti-Lock Braking System	Yes	Yes
Brake Assist	Yes	Yes
Ebd	Yes	Yes
Vehicle Stability Control System	Yes	Yes
Traction Control	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	Yes
Child Safety Locks	Yes	Yes
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts	Yes	--
Day & Night Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
Parking Sensors	Yes	Yes
Front Parking Sensors	Yes	--
Rear Parking Sensors	Yes	--
Rear Camera	Yes	Yes
Front Impact Beams	Yes	Yes
Side Impact Beams	Yes	Yes
Engine Check Warning	Yes	Yes
Electric Parking Brake	Yes	--
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	Yes	--

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

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Entertainment & Communication

Display Size	12.9 Inch 12.9 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
No Of Speakers	8 8	--
Navigation System	Yes	No
Multi-function Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio	No	Yes
Voice Control	Yes	No
Touch Screen	Yes	Yes
CD Player	--	Yes
DVD Player	--	No

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Instrumentation

Low Fuel Warning Light	Yes	Yes
Digital Clock	Yes	No
Digital Odometer	Yes	Yes
Tacho Meter	Yes	Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter	Yes	Yes

Seats & Upholstery

Adjustable Seats	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Headrest	Yes	--
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	Yes	Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats	Yes	Yes
Seat Lumbar Support	Yes	Yes
Heated Seats - Rear	No	No
Rear Seat Headrest	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Center Arm Rest	Yes	Yes
Leather Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Foldable Rear Seat	Yes	Yes
Seat Upholstery	Leather Leather	--
Heated Seats - Front	--	No
Fabric Upholstery	--	No
Leather Seats	--	Yes
Folding Table Rear	--	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	No
Rear Window Defogger	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Headlights	Yes	Yes
Headlamp Type	LED LED	LED LED
Daytime Running Lights	LED LED	--
Taillight Type	LED LED	--
Fog Lights Rear	Yes	Yes
Removable Convertible Top	No	No
Side Stepper	No	No
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank	Yes	Yes
Remote Trunk Opener	--	Yes
Remote Fuel Lid Opener	--	Yes
Rear Window Washer	--	No
Fog Lights Front	--	Yes
Roof Carrier	--	No
Roof Rail	--	No
Rear Spoiler	--	No
Chrome Grille	--	Yes
Additional Features	--	LED Daytime Runnign Lights LED Daytime Runnign Lights

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Miscellaneous

Driving Experience Control Eco

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No

Interior

Ambient Light	Yes	--
Sun Visors	Yes	--