Volkswagen
Volkswagen Golf GTI
2.0L TSI Petrol Turbo Automatic
₹50,90,900
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Mercedes-Benz CLA EV vs Volkswagen Golf GTI
200 58.0 kWh vs 2.0L TSI Petrol Turbo Automatic: side-by-side India matchup with full specs and features.
Nearby budgets (10.4% gap)
Volkswagen Golf GTI 2.0L TSI Petrol Turbo Automatic is priced lower
Quick summary
Price and classification for the selected trims
| Spec |
Mercedes-Benz CLA EV
200 58.0 kWh
|
Volkswagen Golf GTI
2.0L TSI Petrol Turbo Automatic
|
|---|---|---|
| Ex-showroom price | ₹56,50,000 | ₹50,90,900 |
| Variant | 200 58.0 kWh | 2.0L TSI Petrol Turbo Automatic |
| Brand | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | CLA EV | Golf GTI |
| Body type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Powertrain | EV | ICE |
| Engine / battery | Not specified | 1984 cc |
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic (DCT) |
| Fuel type | Electric | Petrol |
| Primary specs | Automatic · Electric | 1984 cc · Automatic (DCT) · Petrol |
| Price difference Gap ₹5,59,100 · 10.4% | Higher | Lower |
Full specifications
All published specs for these variants · differences highlighted
| Specification | Mercedes-Benz CLA EV 200 58.0 kWh | Volkswagen Golf GTI 2.0L TSI Petrol Turbo Automatic |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Performance | ||
| Fuel Type | Electric | Petrol |
| Max Power (bhp@rpm) | 221 bhp | 261 bhp @ 5250-6500 rpm |
| Max Torque (Nm@rpm) | 335 Nm | 370 Nm @ 1600-4500 rpm |
| Battery | Lithium Ion, 58 kWh, Placed Under Floor Pan | Not specified |
| Electric Motor | Single Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (Mounted at Rear Axle) | Not specified |
| Top Speed | 210 kmph | Not specified |
| Acceleration | 0-100 km/h in 7.5 seconds (claimed) | 0-100 km/h in 5.9 seconds (claimed) |
| Battery Charging & Range | ||
| DC Fast Charging | 10-80 % : 20 mins, 200 kW charger | Not specified |
| AC Fast Charging | 0 - 100 % : 6 hrs 30 mins, 11 kW charger | Not specified |
| Driving Range | 542 km | Not specified |
| Charging Options | 11 kW AC Wall Box | Not specified |
| Charger Included with Vehicle | Home Charger – AC Wall Box, Portable Charger | Not specified |
| Charging Indicator On Light Bar | Yes | Not specified |
| Portable EV Charging Cable | Yes | Not specified |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic (DCT) - 7 Gears, Paddle Shift, Sport Mode |
| Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
| Chassis Type | Unibody/Monocoque Frame | Not specified |
| Limited Slip Differential | No | Not specified |
| Four-Wheel-Drive | No | Not specified |
| Suspension | ||
| Front Suspension | MacPherson strut | Independent suspension with McPherson Struct |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Independent suspension by four-link axle |
| Advanced Suspension Features | No | Not specified |
| Capacity & Dimensions | ||
| Length *Width *Height | 4723 mm * 1855 mm * 1468 mm | 4289 mm * 1789 mm * 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2790 mm | 2627 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2045 kg | 1454 kg |
| Seating Capacity | 5 Seats and 2 Rows | 5 Seats and 2 Rows |
| Doors | 4 Doors | 5 Doors |
| Minimum Turning Radius | 5.6 metres | 5.45 metres |
| Frequency Selective Damping (FSD) | No | Not specified |
| Gross Weight | 2500 kg | Not specified |
| Ground Clearance | Not specified | 136 mm (unladen) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | Not specified | 45 litres |
| Tyre & Wheels | ||
| Wheels | Alloy Wheels | Diamond-Cut Alloy Wheels |
| Front Tyres | 225 / 45 R18 | 225 / 40 R18 |
| Rear Tyres | 255 / 40 R18 | 225 / 40 R18 |
| Spare Wheel & Tyre | Space Saver | Not specified |
| Tyres | Road Radial - Tubeless Tyres | Road Radial - Tubeless Tyres |
| Warranty | ||
| Battery Warranty | 8 Years / 160000 Km | Not specified |
| ADAS & Active Safety | ||
| ADAS | Level 2 | Not specified |
| Passive Safety (Airbags, NCAP Ratings, etc.) | ||
| Child Safety Rating | 5 Star (Euro NCAP) | Not specified |
| 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 | ||
| Interior Door Handles Finish | Chrome | Chrome |
| Exterior Door | Body Coloured Door Handles, Flush Fit Handles Type | Body Coloured Door Handles, Pull Handles Type |
| Inside Rear View Mirror (iRVM) | Auto-Dimming | Not specified |
| Wheels and Tyres | ||
| Recommended Tyre Pressure | Front 38 psi · Rear 33 psi (cold) | Front 33 psi · Rear 33 psi (cold) |
| Storage | ||
| Bootspace | 405 L | 380 L |
| Frunk Storage | 101 litres | Not specified |
| Seating & Ergonomics | ||
| Rear Passenger Seat Type | Bench | Bench |
| Infotainment & Entertainment | ||
| Voice Assistant | Brand Assistant | Not specified |
| Input Methods | Bluetooth Compatibility (Phone Calls & Audio Streaming), Type A & Type C Wired Connectivity | Bluetooth Compatibility (Phone Calls & Audio Streaming), DVD Playback |
| Antenna | Shark Fin Antenna | Shark Fin Antenna |
| Instrument Cluster | ||
| Speedometer | Digital | Not specified |
| Fuel Consumption | Distance to Empty | Average Fuel Consumption, Distance to Empty & Low Fuel Level Warning |
| Lighting & Visibilty | ||
| Connected LED | Taillight | Not specified |
| Design & Styling | ||
| Wrappings | Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel | Wrapped Steering Wheel |
| Grille Design | Illuminated star Grille | Not specified |
| Exhaust | Not specified | Chrome Finish |
| Overview | ||
| Fuel Type | Electric | Petrol |
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic (DCT) - 7 Gears, Paddle Shift, Sport Mode |
| Seating Capacity | 5 Seats and 2 Rows | 5 Seats and 2 Rows |
| Battery & Charging | ||
| Battery Capacity | 58 kWh | Not specified |
| Electric Range | 542 km | Not specified |
| Dimensions | ||
| Boot Space | 405 L | 380 L |
| Dimensions (L x W x H) | 4723 x 1855 x 1468 mm | 4289 x 1789 x 1471 mm |
| Height | 1468 mm | 1471 mm |
| Length | 4723 mm | 4289 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2790 mm | 2627 mm |
| Width | 1855 mm | 1789 mm |
| Ground Clearance | Not specified | 136 mm (unladen) |
| Engine Performance | ||
| Fuel Type | Electric | Petrol |
| Engine Type | Not specified | 2.0L TSI (Turbocharged Stratified Injection) |
| Engine | Not specified | 1984 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC, Liquid Cooled |
| Max Power (bhp@rpm) | 221 bhp | 261 bhp @ 5250-6500 rpm |
| Max Torque (Nm@rpm) | 335 Nm | 370 Nm @ 1600-4500 rpm |
| Turbocharger/ Supercharger | Not specified | Turbocharged |
| Emission Standard | Not specified | BS6 Phase 2 |
| Acceleration | 0-100 km/h in 7.5 seconds (claimed) | 0-100 km/h in 5.9 seconds (claimed) |
| Engine | ||
| Horsepower | Not specified | 261 bhp |
| Torque | Not specified | 370 Nm |
| Displacement | Not specified | 1984 cc |
Features & equipment
Present / absent across these trims · never invented
| Feature | Mercedes-Benz CLA EV 200 58.0 kWh | Volkswagen Golf GTI 2.0L TSI Petrol Turbo Automatic |
|---|---|---|
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side, Front Centre) | Yes |
| Seatbelts | Yes | Not available |
| 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 |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | Yes | Not available |
| Blind Spot Monitor | Yes | Not available |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | Yes | Not available |
| Driver Attention Warning | Yes | Yes |
| Door Open Warning | Yes | Not available |
| ISOFIX | Yes | Yes |
| Immobilizer | Yes | Yes |
| Child Lock | Yes | Yes |
| NCAP Safety Rating | Yes | Yes |
| Anti-Theft Alarm | Yes | Not available |
| TPMS | Yes | Yes |
| Emergency Call | Yes | Not available |
| Tire Repair Kit | Yes | Not available |
| Door Ajar Warning | Yes | Yes |
| Emergency Brake Light Flashing | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Belt Warning | Not available | Yes |
| Speed Sensing Door Lock | Not available | Yes |
| Exterior | ||
| LED Headlights | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic Headlights | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight Height Adjuster | Yes | Yes |
| Heated Side Mirrors | Yes | Not available |
| Sunroof | Not available | Not available |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Spoiler | Not available | Yes |
| Rear Defogger | Yes | Not available |
| Follow Me Home Headlights | Yes | Yes |
| Puddle Lights | Yes | Not available |
| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| Rub Strips | Not available | Not available |
| Auto High Beam | Not available | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Not available | Not available |
| Rear Wiper | Not available | Yes |
| Infotainment | ||
| Touchscreen Display | Yes | Yes |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | 10.25" Digital Instrument Cluster with Adjustable Cluster Brightness | Yes |
| Speakers | 6+ Speakers | 7 Speakers |
| Navigation | Yes | Yes |
| Voice Control | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi Hotspot | Yes | Not available |
| AM/FM Radio | Yes | Yes |
| Heads-Up Display | Not available | Not available |
| Amazon Alexa | Yes | Not available |
| Connected Services | Yes | Not available |
| OTA Updates | Yes | Not available |
| Dashcam | Yes | Not available |
| Trip Meter | Yes | Yes |
| Gear Indicator | Not available | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Not available | Yes |
| Comfort | ||
| Heater | Yes | Yes |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Not available |
| Push Button Start | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Material | Yes | Yes |
| Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Cup Holders | Not available | Not available |
| Steering Wheel Controls | Yes | Yes |
| Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror | Yes | Not available |
| Sunglass Holder | Yes | Not available |
| Cabin Boot Access | Not available | Yes |
| Cabin Air Purifier | Yes | Yes |
| Front Seatback Pockets | Yes | Not available |
| Headlight Ignition Reminder | Yes | Yes |
| Door Pockets | Yes | Not available |
| Massage Seats | Not available | Not available |
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