Volkswagen
Volkswagen Golf GTI
2.0L TSI Petrol Turbo Automatic
₹50,90,900
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BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe vs Volkswagen Golf GTI
218 M Sport vs 2.0L TSI Petrol Turbo Automatic: side-by-side India matchup with full specs and features.
Comparison overview
The 2 Series Gran Coupe and Golf GTI often land on the same shortlists in India. Here is a plain-language snapshot before the detailed spec comparison.
- The Golf GTI costs about ₹ 5.11 lakh more than the 2 Series Gran Coupe (11.2% on ex-factory prices).
- The Golf GTI shows about 107 hp more peak power in the catalogue specs.
- Torque favours the Golf GTI by roughly 140 Nm in published figures.
- Boot space is listed as 430 L on the 2 Series Gran Coupe and 380 L on the Golf GTI.
Which one suits you
Pick the 2 Series Gran Coupe if upfront price matters most for city commuting. Choose the Golf GTI if you want stronger performance for highways or fully loaded trips. Families who need boot space should lean toward the 2 Series Gran Coupe.
Same powertrain (Petrol)
Nearby budgets (11.2% gap)
BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe 218 M Sport is priced lower
Quick summary
Price and classification for the selected trims
| Spec |
BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe
218 M Sport
|
Volkswagen Golf GTI
2.0L TSI Petrol Turbo Automatic
|
|---|---|---|
| Ex-showroom price | ₹45,79,968 | ₹50,90,900 |
| Variant | 218 M Sport | 2.0L TSI Petrol Turbo Automatic |
| Brand | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 2 Series Gran Coupe | Golf GTI |
| Body type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Powertrain | ICE | ICE |
| Engine / battery | 1499 cc | 1984 cc |
| Transmission | Automatic (TC) | Automatic (DCT) |
| Fuel type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Primary specs | 1499 cc · Automatic (TC) · Petrol | 1984 cc · Automatic (DCT) · Petrol |
| Price difference Gap ₹5,10,932 · 11.2% | Lower | Higher |
Full specifications
All published specs for these variants · differences highlighted
| Specification | BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe 218 M Sport | Volkswagen Golf GTI 2.0L TSI Petrol Turbo Automatic |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Performance | ||
| Mileage | 16.4 Km / L | Not specified |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Engine | 1499 cc, 4 Valves/Cylinder | 1984 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC, Liquid Cooled |
| Max Power (bhp@rpm) | 154 bhp @ 4900-6000 rpm | 261 bhp @ 5250-6500 rpm |
| Max Torque (Nm@rpm) | 230 Nm @ 1500-4600 rpm | 370 Nm @ 1600-4500 rpm |
| Turbocharger/ Supercharger | Turbocharged | Turbocharged |
| Emission Standard | BS6 Phase 2 | BS6 Phase 2 |
| Acceleration | 0-100 km/h in 8.6 seconds (claimed) | 0-100 km/h in 5.9 seconds (claimed) |
| Engine Type | Not specified | 2.0L TSI (Turbocharged Stratified Injection) |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Automatic (TC) - 7 Gears, Manual Override & Paddle Shift, Sport Mode | Automatic (DCT) - 7 Gears, Paddle Shift, Sport Mode |
| Four-Wheel-Drive | No | Not specified |
| Drivetrain | Not specified | FWD |
| Suspension | ||
| Front Suspension | Single-joint suspension strut axle in aluminium-steel lightweight construction | Independent suspension with McPherson Struct |
| Rear Suspension | Three-joint axle in lightweight steel construction | Independent suspension by four-link axle |
| Capacity & Dimensions | ||
| Length *Width *Height | 4546 mm * 1800 mm * 1445 mm | 4289 mm * 1789 mm * 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,670 mm | 2,627 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 Seats and 2 Rows | 5 Seats and 2 Rows |
| Doors | 4 Doors | 5 Doors |
| Kerb Weight | Not specified | 1454 kg |
| Ground Clearance | Not specified | 136 mm (unladen) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | Not specified | 45 litres |
| Minimum Turning Radius | Not specified | 5.45 metres |
| Tyre & Wheels | ||
| Wheels | Alloy Wheels | Diamond-Cut Alloy Wheels |
| Front Tyres | 225 / 45 R18 | 225 / 40 R18 |
| Rear Tyres | 225 / 45 R18 | 225 / 40 R18 |
| Tyres | Road Radial - Tubeless Tyres | Road Radial - Tubeless Tyres |
| ADAS & Active Safety | ||
| ADAS | Level 1 | Not specified |
| Passive Safety (Airbags, NCAP Ratings, etc.) | ||
| Second Row Middle Seat Safety | Rear Middle Head Rest & Rear Middle Three Point Seatbelt | Rear Middle Three Point Seatbelt |
| Brakes | ||
| Brakes | Disc (Front & Rear) | Disc (Front & Rear) |
| Doors, Mirrors & Wipers | ||
| Exterior Door | Body Coloured Door Handles | Body Coloured Door Handles, Pull Handles Type |
| Interior Door Handles Finish | Not specified | Chrome |
| Storage | ||
| Bootspace | 430 L | 380 L |
| Seating & Ergonomics | ||
| Rear Passenger Seat Type | Bench | Bench |
| Wheels and Tyres | ||
| Recommended Tyre Pressure | Front 36 psi · Rear 36 psi (cold) | Front 33 psi · Rear 33 psi (cold) |
| Infotainment & Entertainment | ||
| Input Methods | Bluetooth Compatibility (Phone Calls & Audio Streaming), AUX Compatibility | Bluetooth Compatibility (Phone Calls & Audio Streaming), DVD Playback |
| Antenna | Roof-Mounted Antenna | Shark Fin Antenna |
| Instrument Cluster | ||
| Fuel Consumption | Average Fuel Consumption, Distance to Empty, Instantaneous Fuel Consumption & Low Fuel Level Warning | Average Fuel Consumption, Distance to Empty & Low Fuel Level Warning |
| Design & Styling | ||
| Wrappings | Leather Wrapped Gear Knob & Wrapped Steering Wheel | Wrapped Steering Wheel |
| Exhaust | Not specified | Chrome Finish |
| Overview | ||
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Transmission | Automatic (TC) - 7 Gears, Manual Override & Paddle Shift, Sport Mode | Automatic (DCT) - 7 Gears, Paddle Shift, Sport Mode |
| Seating Capacity | 5 Seats and 2 Rows | 5 Seats and 2 Rows |
| Engine | ||
| Horsepower | 154 bhp | 261 bhp |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Displacement | 1499 cc | 1984 cc |
| Dimensions | ||
| Boot Space | 430 L | 380 L |
| Dimensions (L x W x H) | 4546 x 1800 x 1445 mm | 4289 x 1789 x 1471 mm |
| Height | 1,445 mm | 1,471 mm |
| Length | 4,546 mm | 4,289 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,670 mm | 2,627 mm |
| Width | 1,800 mm | 1,789 mm |
| Ground Clearance | Not specified | 136 mm (unladen) |
| Fuel Economy | ||
| Mileage Combined | 16.4 Km / L | Not specified |
Features & equipment
Present / absent across these trims · never invented
| Feature | BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe 218 M Sport | Volkswagen Golf GTI 2.0L TSI Petrol Turbo Automatic |
|---|---|---|
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Yes | Yes |
| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Not available |
| Traction Control | Yes | Yes |
| Vehicle Stability Control | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Start Assist | Yes | Yes |
| Downhill Assist Control | Not available | Not available |
| ISOFIX | Yes | Yes |
| Immobilizer | Yes | Yes |
| Child Lock | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Belt Warning | Yes | Yes |
| Speed Sensing Door Lock | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS | Yes | Yes |
| Driver Attention Warning | Not available | Yes |
| NCAP Safety Rating | Not available | Yes |
| Tire Repair Kit | Not available | Not available |
| Door Ajar Warning | Not available | Yes |
| Emergency Brake Light Flashing | Not available | Yes |
| Exterior | ||
| LED Headlights | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic Headlights | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight Height Adjuster | Yes | Yes |
| Heated Side Mirrors | Yes | Not available |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Wiper | Not available | Yes |
| Rear Defogger | Yes | Not available |
| Follow Me Home Headlights | Yes | Yes |
| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| Auto High Beam | Not available | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Not available | Not available |
| Rear Spoiler | Not available | Yes |
| Infotainment | ||
| Touchscreen Display | Yes | Yes |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | Yes | Yes |
| Speakers | 12 Harman Kardon Speakers (205W) | 7 Speakers |
| Navigation | Yes | Yes |
| Voice Control | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
| AM/FM Radio | Yes | Yes |
| Heads-Up Display | Yes | Not available |
| Gesture Control | Yes | Not available |
| Trip Meter | Yes | Yes |
| Gear Indicator | Yes | Yes |
| Comfort | ||
| Cruise Control | Yes | Not available |
| Push Button Start | Yes | Yes |
| Ventilated Seats | Not available | Not available |
| Seat Material | Yes | Yes |
| Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Controls | Yes | Yes |
| Cabin Boot Access | Yes | Yes |
| Cabin Air Purifier | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight Ignition Reminder | Yes | Yes |
| Heater | Not available | Yes |
| Massage Seats | Not available | Not available |
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