Comparing the Maruti Suzuki Dzire 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 Dzire is available at ₹625,600, while the Volkswagen Golf GTI is priced at ₹5,199,000. On the engine front, the Maruti Suzuki Dzire comes with a 1197 CC unit compared to the Volkswagen Golf GTI's 1984 cc, producing 66 kW / 81.58 Ps @5700 RPM and 242 bhp @ 5000-6500 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 25 kmpl for the Maruti Suzuki Dzire 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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| Battery | 12V Maintenance-Free Battery | — |
| Displacement | 1197 CC | 1984 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) with XDS+ |
| Engine Type | Z12E | 2.0L TSI Turbocharged Petrol |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 l CNG: 55 l | 50 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / CNG | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 5-speed MT / 5-speed AMT | 7-Speed DSG |
| Mileage | 25 kmpl | 15.44 kmpl (est.) |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Power | 66 kW / 81.58 Ps @5700 RPM | 242 bhp @ 5000-6500 rpm |
| Starter | Electric Start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 111.7 Nm @4300 rpm | 370 Nm @ 1600-4300 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic (DSG) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 382 l | 374 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1375 - 1435 kg | 1930 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 163 mm | 143 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 920 - 1025 kg | 1430 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | Length: 3995 mm Width: 1735 mm Height: 1525 mm | 4287 mm / 1789 mm / 1456 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2450 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 Speedometer with Multi-Information Display | 10.25-inch Digital Cockpit Pro |
| Cruise Control | — | Yes - Adaptive |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | Yes - Front |
| Infotainment System | 7-inch Touchscreen | 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 |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric | Clark Plaid + Leather Sport Seats |
| Sound System | 4-Speaker 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 | Yes |
| Headlight | Halogen Projector | LED IQ.Light Matrix Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Defogger (Wiper not available) | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 185/65 R15 (Alloy) 165/80 R14 (Steel) | 225/40 R18 |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Alloy or Steel | 18-inch Alloy Wheels (Ricardo design) |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 | 8 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes - XDS+ eDiff |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes (AMT variants) | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Gallant RedAlluring BlueNutmeg Brown #756865 Pearl Arctic WhiteSplendid SilverMagma GreyBluish Black | Grenadilla BlackOryx WhiteKings Red MetallicMoonstone Grey |
| Expert Name | — | Motoautiv Expert |
| Expert Rating | — | 4.5 |
