Comparing the Renault Kwid 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 Renault Kwid is available at ₹466,000, while the Volkswagen Golf GTI is priced at ₹5,199,000. On the engine front, the Renault Kwid comes with a 799 cc / 999 cc unit compared to the Volkswagen Golf GTI's 1984 cc, producing 53 bhp @ 5678 rpm (0.8L) / 67 bhp @ 5500 rpm (1.0L) and 242 bhp @ 5000-6500 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 24.05 kmpl (1.0L MT) / 22.35 kmpl (AMT) - ARAI for the Renault Kwid 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 | 799 cc / 999 cc | 1984 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) with XDS+ |
| Engine Type | 0.8L SCe / 1.0L SCe | 2.0L TSI Turbocharged Petrol |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 Litres | 50 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed MT / 5-Speed AMT | 7-Speed DSG |
| Mileage | 24.05 kmpl (1.0L MT) / 22.35 kmpl (AMT) - ARAI | 15.44 kmpl (est.) |
| Number of Cylinders | 3 | 4 |
| Power | 53 bhp @ 5678 rpm (0.8L) / 67 bhp @ 5500 rpm (1.0L) | 242 bhp @ 5000-6500 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start (top) | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 72 Nm @ 4386 rpm (0.8L) / 91 Nm @ 4250 rpm (1.0L) | 370 Nm @ 1600-4300 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic (AMT) | Automatic (DSG) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 279 Litres | 374 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1930 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 184 mm | 143 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 710 kg | 1430 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3731 mm / 1579 mm / 1478 mm | 4287 mm / 1789 mm / 1456 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2422 mm | 2637 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt Adjustable | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Manual AC | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | Semi-Digital | 10.25-inch Digital Cockpit Pro |
| Cruise Control | — | Yes - Adaptive |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | Yes - Front |
| Infotainment System | 8-inch Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 10-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | — | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes - Front Only (base) / All 4 (top) | Yes |
| Push Start | — | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | — | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | — | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric | Clark Plaid + Leather Sport Seats |
| Sound System | 4 Speakers | Harman Kardon 8-Speaker |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | — | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes - GTI-specific |
| DRLs | LED DRLs (top) | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | — | Yes |
| Headlight | Halogen Projector Headlamps | LED IQ.Light Matrix Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 165/70 R14 | 225/40 R18 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 14-inch Alloy Wheels (top) | 18-inch Alloy Wheels (Ricardo design) |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 2 Airbags | 8 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | — | Yes - XDS+ eDiff |
| Hill Hold Assist | — | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes (top) | Yes |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | — | Yes |
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| Color Options | Ice Cool WhiteFiery RedMoonlight SilverZanskar Blue | Grenadilla BlackOryx WhiteKings Red MetallicMoonstone Grey |
| Rating (out of 5) | 3.8 | 4.5 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
