Comparing the BMW M340i 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 M340i is available at ₹8,499,000, while the Volkswagen Golf GTI is priced at ₹5,199,000. On the engine front, the BMW M340i comes with a 2998 cc unit compared to the Volkswagen Golf GTI's 1984 cc, producing 374 bhp @ 5800-6500 rpm and 242 bhp @ 5000-6500 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 13.76 kmpl - ARAI for the BMW M340i 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 | 2998 cc | 1984 cc |
| Drive Type | xDrive AWD | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) with XDS+ |
| Engine Type | 3.0L B58 TwinPower Turbo Inline-6 | 2.0L TSI Turbocharged Petrol |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 Litres | 50 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol (Mild Hybrid 48V) | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed M Steptronic Sport | 7-Speed DSG |
| Mileage | 13.76 kmpl - ARAI | 15.44 kmpl (est.) |
| Number of Cylinders | 6 | 4 |
| Power | 374 bhp @ 5800-6500 rpm | 242 bhp @ 5000-6500 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 500 Nm @ 1800-5000 rpm | 370 Nm @ 1600-4300 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (8-Speed M Steptronic) | Automatic (DSG) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 480 Litres | 374 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2235 kg | 1930 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 142 mm | 143 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1695 kg | 1430 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4709 mm / 1827 mm / 1442 mm | 4287 mm / 1789 mm / 1456 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2851 mm | 2637 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic (M Variable Sport Steering) | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | — |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch BMW Live Cockpit Professional | 10.25-inch Digital Cockpit Pro |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Driving Assistant Pro + Active Lane Change | Yes - Adaptive |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - M Sport Seats (Memory) | Yes - Front |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch BMW iDrive 7 with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 10-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Comfort Access + Digital Key | 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 | Vernasca Leather / Merino Leather | Clark Plaid + Leather Sport Seats |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker (top) | Harman Kardon 8-Speaker |
| Sunroof | Electric Glass Sliding Sunroof | — |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-A & USB-C | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes - BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant | — |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes - M-aerodynamic body kit | Yes - GTI-specific |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | BMW Adaptive LED Headlamps + Laserlight | LED IQ.Light Matrix Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Defogger Only | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 225/40 R19 (front) / 255/35 R19 (rear) | 225/40 R18 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 19-inch M Alloy Wheels | 18-inch Alloy Wheels (Ricardo design) |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes - M-specific ABS | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 8 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes - M compound brakes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - DSC + DTC + M xDrive | Yes - XDS+ eDiff |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° | Yes |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
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| Color Options | Fire RedArctic Race BlueBlack SapphireTanzanite BlueDravit Grey | Grenadilla BlackOryx WhiteKings Red MetallicMoonstone Grey |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.5 | 4.5 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
