Comparing the BMW X1 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 X1 is available at ₹4,999,000, while the Volkswagen Golf GTI is priced at ₹5,199,000. On the engine front, the BMW X1 comes with a 1499 cc (Petrol) / 1995 cc (Diesel) unit compared to the Volkswagen Golf GTI's 1984 cc, producing 136 bhp (sDrive18i) / 148 bhp (sDrive18d) and 242 bhp @ 5000-6500 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 16.48 kmpl (Petrol) / 19.98 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI for the BMW X1 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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| Displacement | 1499 cc (Petrol) / 1995 cc (Diesel) | 1984 cc |
| Drive Type | sDrive (FWD) / xDrive (AWD) | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) with XDS+ |
| Engine Type | 1.5L B38 TwinPower Turbo / 2.0L B47 Diesel | 2.0L TSI Turbocharged Petrol |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 Litres | 50 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 7-Speed DCT (Petrol) / 8-Speed Steptronic (Diesel) | 7-Speed DSG |
| Mileage | 16.48 kmpl (Petrol) / 19.98 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI | 15.44 kmpl (est.) |
| Number of Cylinders | 3 (Petrol) / 4 (Diesel) | 4 |
| Power | 136 bhp (sDrive18i) / 148 bhp (sDrive18d) | 242 bhp @ 5000-6500 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 230 Nm (Petrol) / 360 Nm (Diesel) | 370 Nm @ 1600-4300 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (7-Speed DCT / 8-Speed Steptronic) | Automatic (DSG) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 490 Litres | 374 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 1930 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 195 mm | 143 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1555 kg | 1430 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4500 mm / 1845 mm / 1642 mm | 4287 mm / 1789 mm / 1456 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2692 mm | 2637 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | — |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch BMW Live Cockpit Pro | 10.25-inch Digital Cockpit Pro |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Active Cruise Control | Yes - Adaptive |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Driver (top) | Yes - Front |
| Infotainment System | 10.7-inch BMW iDrive 8.5 Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 10-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Comfort Access | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes - Auto Folding | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | SensaTec Leatherette / Vernasca Leather (top) | Clark Plaid + Leather Sport Seats |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker (top) / 6-Speaker (base) | Harman Kardon 8-Speaker |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass 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 | Yes - GTI-specific |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Adaptive Headlamps | LED IQ.Light Matrix Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Yes | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 225/55 R17 (base) / 225/50 R18 (top) | 225/40 R18 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch / 18-inch Alloy Wheels | 18-inch Alloy Wheels (Ricardo design) |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 8 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - DSC + DTC | Yes - XDS+ eDiff |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes - HDC | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° (top) | Yes |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
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| Color Options | Alpine WhiteBlack SapphireSpace SilverPortimao BlueCape York Green | Grenadilla BlackOryx WhiteKings Red MetallicMoonstone Grey |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.3 | 4.5 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
