Comparing the Range Rover Velar Autobiography 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 Range Rover Velar Autobiography is available at a price on request, while the Volkswagen Golf GTI is priced at ₹5,199,000. On the engine front, the Range Rover Velar Autobiography comes with a 2997 cc unit compared to the Volkswagen Golf GTI's 1984 cc, producing 395 bhp and 242 bhp @ 5000-6500 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 10-12 km/l for the Range Rover Velar Autobiography 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 Mild Hybrid Battery | — |
| Displacement | 2997 cc | 1984 cc |
| Drive Type | All-Wheel Drive | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) with XDS+ |
| Engine Type | 3.0L Inline 6-Cylinder Turbocharged Petrol (MHEV) | 2.0L TSI Turbocharged Petrol |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 litres | 50 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol Mild Hybrid | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 8-speed Automatic | 7-Speed DSG |
| Mileage | 10-12 km/l | 15.44 kmpl (est.) |
| Number of Cylinders | 6 | 4 |
| Power | 395 bhp | 242 bhp @ 5000-6500 rpm |
| Starter | Push Start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 370 Nm @ 1600-4300 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic (DSG) |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Regenerative Braking | Yes | — |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 673 litres | 374 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | — | 1930 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 213 mm | 143 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2,030 kg | 1430 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4,803 mm x 1,937 mm x 1,665 mm | 4287 mm / 1789 mm / 1456 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2,874 mm | 2637 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Power Adjustable with Memory | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | — |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Four-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | Digital Instrument Cluster | 10.25-inch Digital Cockpit Pro |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Yes - Adaptive |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes | Yes - Front |
| Infotainment System | Pivi Pro Touchscreen with Navigation | 10-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | 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 | Premium Windsor Leather | Clark Plaid + Leather Sport Seats |
| Sound System | Meridian Signature Sound System | Harman Kardon 8-Speaker |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sliding Roof | — |
| USB Ports | Multiple USB Ports | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes | — |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes - GTI-specific |
| DRLs | LED Daytime Running Lights | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Front and Rear Fog Lamps | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Headlights with Adaptive Front Lighting | LED IQ.Light Matrix Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | No | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 21-inch Alloy Wheels | 225/40 R18 |
| Tyre Type | Performance Tyres | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Alloy Wheels | 18-inch Alloy Wheels (Ricardo design) |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | Multiple | 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 | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Santorini Black, Fuji White, Eiger Grey, Portofino Blue, Lantau Bronze, Hakuba Silver, Belgravia Green, Deep Satin Blue | Grenadilla BlackOryx WhiteKings Red MetallicMoonstone Grey |
| Expert Name | — | Motoautiv Expert |
| Expert Rating | — | 4.5 |
