Comparing the BMW M2 and the Volkswagen Golf GTI side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the BMW M2 is available at ₹9,999,000, while the Volkswagen Golf GTI is priced at ₹5,199,000. On the engine front, the BMW M2 comes with a 2993 cc unit compared to the Volkswagen Golf GTI's 1984 cc, producing 460 bhp @ 6250 rpm and 242 bhp @ 5000-6500 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 9.8 kmpl (approx) for the BMW M2 versus 15.44 kmpl (est.) for the Volkswagen Golf GTI. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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Engine & Performance |
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| Displacement | 2993 cc | 1984 cc |
| Drive Type | Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) with M xDrive optional | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) with XDS+ |
| Engine Type | 3.0L S58 TwinPower Turbo Inline-6 | 2.0L TSI Turbocharged Petrol |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 Litres | 50 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 6-Speed M Manual / 8-Speed M Steptronic DCT | 7-Speed DSG |
| Mileage | 9.8 kmpl (approx) | 15.44 kmpl (est.) |
| Number of Cylinders | 6 | 4 |
| Power | 460 bhp @ 6250 rpm | 242 bhp @ 5000-6500 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 550 Nm @ 2650-5870 rpm | 370 Nm @ 1600-4300 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic (M DCT) | Automatic (DSG) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 390 Litres | 374 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2160 kg | 1930 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 131 mm | 143 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1640 kg | 1430 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4580 mm / 1887 mm / 1392 mm | 4287 mm / 1789 mm / 1456 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 4 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2697 mm | 2637 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic (M Variable Sport Steering) | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch BMW M Live Cockpit Pro | 10.25-inch Digital Cockpit Pro |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes - Adaptive |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - M Sport seats | Yes - Front |
| Infotainment System | 12.3-inch BMW iDrive 8 with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 10-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Comfort Access | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | M Leather / Merino Leather | Clark Plaid + Leather Sport Seats |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 12-Speaker | Harman Kardon 8-Speaker |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes - M-specific front & rear | Yes - GTI-specific |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | BMW Adaptive LED Headlamps | LED IQ.Light Matrix Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Defogger Only | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 275/35 R19 (front) / 285/30 R20 (rear) | 225/40 R18 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 19-inch / 20-inch M Compound Star Alloy Wheels | 18-inch Alloy Wheels (Ricardo design) |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes - M ABS | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 8 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes - M Compound Brakes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - M DSC with MDM Mode | Yes - XDS+ eDiff |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
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| Color Options | Black SapphireM Portimao BlueBrooklyn GreyVelvet Blue | Grenadilla BlackOryx WhiteKings Red MetallicMoonstone Grey |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.7 | 4.5 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
