Volkswagen Golf vs Volkswagen Golf GTI Comparison

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Things we like	Premium design and build quality Punchy engine performance  Read More	Powerful engine Handling and travelling comfort finely balanced Flexible interior       Read More
Things we don't like	Stiff ride quality Limited shoulder room at the back Read More	Infotainment unit not user-friendly Styling isn’t the best in class Abundant use of hard plastics Read More

Dimensions & Capacity

Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	50 L	50 L
Length	4258 mm	4289 mm
Width	1799 mm	1789 mm
Height	1452 mm	1437 mm
Wheel Base	2620 mm	2627 mm
No Of Doors	5	5
Seating Capacity	5 Seats	5 Seats

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Engine Details

Engine	1.4 L TSI Turbocharged 4 Cylinder 16 Valve	2.0L 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	1395 cc	1998 cc
Power	148 hp	261 hp
Torque	250 Nm	370 Nm
Acceleration	--	5.9 s
RPM At Max Torque	--	1600-4500 RPM

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Steering

Power Steering	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Steering Column	Yes	Yes
Steering Column	Tilt & Telescopic	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

Transmission

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

Wheel & Tyre

Alloy Wheels	Yes	Yes
Wheel Covers	No	No
Alloy Wheel Size	16 Inch	18 Inch
Tyre Size	205/55 R16	225/40 R18
Tyre Type	Radial	Radial
Wheel Size	R16	R18

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Safety

Advance Safety Feature	Hill Start Assist Hill Start Assist	Lane Assist Lane Assist
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
Side Airbag-Front	Yes	Yes
Door Ajar Warning	Yes	Yes
Seat Belt Warning	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Belts	Yes	Yes
Child Safety Locks	Yes	Yes
Parking Sensors	Yes	Yes
Rear Camera	No	Yes
Front Impact Beams	Yes	Yes
Side Impact Beams	Yes	Yes
Engine Check Warning	Yes	Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor	No	--
Vehicle Stability Control System	--	Yes
Traction Control	--	Yes
Curtain Airbags	--	Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts	--	Yes
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts	--	Yes
Day & Night Rear View Mirror	--	Yes
Front Parking Sensors	--	Yes
Rear Parking Sensors	--	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
Engine Immobilizer	Yes	Yes
Anti-Theft Alarm	--	Yes

Comfort & Convenience

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

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Entertainment & Communication

USB & Auxiliary Input	Yes	Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	Yes
CD Player	Yes	--
FM/AM/Radio	Yes	Yes
Speakers Front	Yes	Yes
Speakers Rear	Yes	Yes
Navigation System	No	Yes
Multi-function Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio	Yes	No
Voice Control	Yes	Yes
Touch Screen	Yes	Yes
Additional Features	8'' Touchscreen Composition Media with MirrorLink, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto 8'' Touchscreen Composition Media with MirrorLink, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto	--
Display Size	--	12.9 Inch 12.9 Inch
Apple Carplay/Android Auto	--	Yes
Audio System	--	Harman Kardon Harman Kardon
No Of Speakers	--	8 8

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

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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
Remote Trunk Opener	Yes	--
Remote Fuel Lid Opener	Yes	--
Integrated Antenna	Yes	Yes
Power Antenna	No	No
Rain Sensing Wiper	Yes	Yes
Rear Window Wiper	Yes	Yes
Rear Window Defogger	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Headlights	Yes	Yes
Headlamp Type	Halogen Halogen	LED LED
Fog Lights Front	Yes	--
Fog Lights Rear	Yes	Yes
Roof Carrier	No	--
Roof Rail	No	--
Rear Spoiler	Yes	--
Sun Roof	No	--
Removable Convertible Top	No	No
Side Stepper	No	No
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank	Yes	Yes
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	--
Daytime Running Lights	--	LED LED
Taillight Type	--	LED LED

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Interior

Ambient Light	--	Yes
Sun Visors	--	Yes