Comparing the Maruti Suzuki Ciaz 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 Ciaz is available at ₹965,000, while the Volkswagen Golf GTI is priced at ₹5,199,000. On the engine front, the Maruti Suzuki Ciaz comes with a 1462 cc unit compared to the Volkswagen Golf GTI's 1984 cc, producing 103 bhp @ 6000 rpm and 242 bhp @ 5000-6500 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at Manual: approx. 20.65 km/l Automatic: approx. 20.04 km/l for the Maruti Suzuki Ciaz 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 | 12V | — |
| Displacement | 1462 cc | 1984 cc |
| Drive Type | Front Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) with XDS+ |
| Engine Type | 1.5L K15 Smart Hybrid Petrol Engine | 2.0L TSI Turbocharged Petrol |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 litres | 50 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed Manual / 4-Speed Automatic | 7-Speed DSG |
| Mileage | Manual: approx. 20.65 km/l Automatic: approx. 20.04 km/l | 15.44 kmpl (est.) |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Power | 103 bhp @ 6000 rpm | 242 bhp @ 5000-6500 rpm |
| Starter | Silent Start with Idle Start-Stop | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 138 Nm @ 4400 rpm | 370 Nm @ 1600-4300 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Manual & Automatic | Automatic (DSG) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 510 litres | 374 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1930 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 170 mm | 143 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1130–1165 kg | 1430 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4490 mm / 1730 mm / 1485 mm | 4287 mm / 1789 mm / 1456 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2650 mm | 2637 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt Adjustable | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | Analog with Multi-Information Display | 10.25-inch Digital Cockpit Pro |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes - Adaptive |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | Yes - Front |
| Infotainment System | 7-inch Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 10-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Front & Rear | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Premium Fabric | Clark Plaid + Leather Sport Seats |
| Sound System | Arkamys Tuned Audio System | Harman Kardon 8-Speaker |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes | — |
| Wireless Charger | — | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes - GTI-specific |
| DRLs | LED | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Front Fog Lamps | Yes |
| Headlight | Projector Headlamps | LED IQ.Light Matrix Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Defogger Only (No Wiper) | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 185/65 R15 | 225/40 R18 |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless Radial | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Alloy Wheels | 18-inch Alloy Wheels (Ricardo design) |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | Dual Front Airbags | 8 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | 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 |
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| Color Options | NEXA Blue (Celestial)Grandeur GreySplendid SilverPearl Metallic Dignity BrownBluish BlackOpulent RedPearl Arctic WhiteOpulent Red And Bluish BlackGrandeur Grey And Bluish BlackPearl Metallic Dignity Brown And Bluish | Grenadilla BlackOryx WhiteKings Red MetallicMoonstone Grey |
| Expert Name | — | Motoautiv Expert |
| Expert Rating | — | 4.5 |
