Comparing the Maruti Suzuki Celerio 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 Maruti Suzuki Celerio is available at ₹469,899, while the Volkswagen Golf GTI is priced at ₹5,199,000. On the engine front, the Maruti Suzuki Celerio comes with a 998 cc unit compared to the Volkswagen Golf GTI's 1984 cc, producing 50.4Kw (68.5PS) @5600 rpm and 242 bhp @ 5000-6500 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 26 kmpl for the Maruti Suzuki Celerio 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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| Battery | 12 V standard automotive battery | — |
| Displacement | 998 cc | 1984 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) with XDS+ |
| Engine Type | Next Gen K10C Advanced Dual Jet, Dual VVT Engine | 2.0L TSI Turbocharged Petrol |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | Petrol: 32l, CNG: 60l | 50 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / CNG | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 5-speed manual / 5-speed AMT | 7-Speed DSG |
| Mileage | 26 kmpl | 15.44 kmpl (est.) |
| Number of Cylinders | 3 | 4 |
| Power | 50.4Kw (68.5PS) @5600 rpm | 242 bhp @ 5000-6500 rpm |
| Starter | Electric starter system | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 91.1Nm @ 3400rpm | 370 Nm @ 1600-4300 rpm |
| Transmission Type | 5MT/ Auto Gear Shift | Automatic (DSG) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 313 l | 374 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1260 – 1320 kg | 1930 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 170 mm | 143 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 810 – 915 kg | 1430 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3695 mm × ~1655 mm × ~1555 mm | 4287 mm / 1789 mm / 1456 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2435 mm | 2637 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt-adjustable steering | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | — |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Manual air conditioning | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | Stereoscopic Instrument Cluster | 10.25-inch Digital Cockpit Pro |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes - Adaptive |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | Yes - Front |
| Infotainment System | 7-inch SmartPlay Studio touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 10-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Available on select trims | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Front and rear power windows | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes on Higher trims | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | — | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | — | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric seats with adjustable headrests | Clark Plaid + Leather Sport Seats |
| Sound System | Integrated audio with Bluetooth, USB, AUX connectivity | Harman Kardon 8-Speaker |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Voice Command | Supported via SmartPlay system | — |
| Wireless Charger | — | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes - GTI-specific |
| DRLs | Yes | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | Halogen reflector headlamps | LED IQ.Light Matrix Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes, ORVM mounted indicators on select variants | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Available on selected items | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | Droplet Styled | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | ZXi+ -175/60 R 15, LXi,VXi,ZXi - 165/70 R 14 | 225/40 R18 |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Alloy wheels on higher trims, steel wheels on base trims | 18-inch Alloy Wheels (Ricardo design) |
Safety |
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| ABS | Standard ABS | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 airbags | 8 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Standard EBD | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Standard ESP | Yes - XDS+ eDiff |
| Hill Hold Assist | Available (especially with AMT) | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Available on higher trims | Yes |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
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| Color Options | Solid Fire RedPearl Arctic WhiteMetallic Speedy BlueMetallic Glistening GreyMetallic Silky SilverPearl Caffeine BrownPearl Bluish Black | Grenadilla BlackOryx WhiteKings Red MetallicMoonstone Grey |
| Expert Name | — | Motoautiv Expert |
| Expert Rating | — | 4.5 |
