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BMW 1 Series 5 Door vs Volkswagen Golf Comparison

Overview: 1 Series 5 Door vs Golf

Brand BMW Volkswagen
SRP* AED 131,000 AED 96,000
Variant 1 Series 5 Door 116i Golf SE 1.2
User Rating 4.7 1 Series 5 Door reviews 4 Golf reviews
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol Cars in UAE Petrol Petrol Cars in UAE
Available Color(s)
Vehicle Type Hatchback Hatchback Cars in UAE Hatchback Hatchback Cars in UAE

Key Features

Driver Airbag Yes Yes
Passenger Airbag Yes Yes
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Seating Capacity 4 seats 5 seats
Engine Displacement 1499 cc -
Top Speed 195 kmph 196 kmph
Power 107 108
Torque 180 Nm 175 Nm
Drive Type - FWD
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User Ratings & Review Comparison

4.7/5
6 reviews
4/5
1 reviews
User Review Comparison
  • Highly capable hatchback

    While most of the luxury car market seemed to move to SUVs and Sedan, there are some of us who still like hatchbacks. And, the 1 series from BMW...

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    H
    Hakim Aug 14, 2024
  • The only hatch to get

    The Golf has always been a legend and it keeps getting better with every new version. The new version is an absolute stunner, it may not look funky...

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    C
    choky Feb 24, 2020

From The Experts

Things we like

Engine performance

Cabin comfort

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  • Efficient and economical engine operation
  • Precisely-responsive electric power steering
  • Sophisticated interior
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Things we don't like

Features vs the price tag

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  • Not so spacious
  • Exterior styling can be made a tad bit more appealing
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Engine and Transmission

Gear Box 6-Speed 7-Speed
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
No Of Cylinders 3 4
Valves Per Cylinder 4 4
Valve Configuration DOHC DOHC
Fuel Supply System Direct Injection Direct Injection
Compression Ratio 11.0:1 --
Engine 1.5 L 1.2 L
Drive Type -- FWD
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Performance

Engine Displacement 1499 cc --
Power 107 108
Torque 180 Nm 175 Nm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Top Speed 195 kmph 196 kmph
Mileage City 4.2 kmpl --
Mileage Highway 6.3 kmpl --
Acceleration -- 9.9 s
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Dimensions & Capacity

Cargo Volume 360 L L --
Seating Capacity 4 seats 5 seats
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres) 52 L L 50 L L
Length 4329 mm mm 4255 mm mm
Ground Clearance 140 mm mm --
Width 1765 mm mm 1790 mm mm
Height 1440 mm mm 1452 mm mm
Wheel Base 2690 mm mm 2637 mm mm
No Of Doors 5 5
Kerb Weight 1395 kg kg --
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Suspension, Steering , Brakes & Tyres

Steering Type Power Power
Alloy Wheel Size 16 Inch 15 Inch
Front Suspension MacPharson Strut MacPherson Strut
Steering Column Adjustable Adjustable
Rear Suspension Multi-Link Multi-Link
Tyre Size 195/55 R16 --
Steering Gear Type Rack & Pinion --
Tyre Type Radial Radial
Wheel Size R16 R15
Turning Radius 10.9 m 5.45 m
Adjustable Steering Column Yes Yes
Shock Absorbers Type Coil Spring Coil Spring
Front Brake Type Ventilated Discs Discs
Rear Brake Type Ventilated Discs --
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Safety

Central Locking Yes Yes
Passenger Airbag Yes Yes
Power Door Locks Yes Yes
Child Safety Locks Yes Yes
Driver Airbag Yes Yes
Anti Theft Device Yes --
Anti-Lock Braking System Yes Yes
Anti-Theft Alarm No --
Ebd Yes Yes
Vehicle Stability Control System Yes Yes
Rear Seat Belts Yes Yes
Seat Belt Warning Yes Yes
Day & Night Rear View Mirror No --
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts Yes Yes
Rear Camera No No
Parking Sensors No --
Crash Sensor Yes Yes
Engine Check Warning Yes --
Tyre Pressure Monitor No Yes
Front Impact Beams Yes Yes
Side Impact Beams Yes Yes
Door Ajar Warning Yes Yes
Engine Immobilizer Yes --
Traction Control No --
Side Airbag-Front -- Yes
Side Airbag-Rear -- Yes
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Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner Yes Yes
Power Windows Front Yes Yes
Automatic Climate Control No No
Heater Yes Yes
Glove Box Cooling No --
Engine Start/Stop Button No --
Heated Seats - Front No --
Automatic Headlamps No --
Accessory Power Outlet No --
Power Steering Yes Yes
Multi-function Steering Wheel No Yes
Cruise Control Yes Yes
Foldable Rear Seat No Yes
Remote Trunk Opener Yes Yes
Low Fuel Warning Light Yes Yes
Rear Reading Lamp Yes --
Cup Holders-Front Yes Yes
Bottle Holder Yes Yes
Keyless Entry Yes Yes
Centre Console Armrest Yes Yes
Power Windows Rear -- Yes
Rear A/C Vents -- Yes
Adjustable Seats -- Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat -- Yes
Electric Folding Rear View Mirror -- No
Rear Seat Headrest -- Yes
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Entertainment & Communication

Touch Screen No --
FM/AM/Radio Yes Yes
Navigation System No --
Bluetooth Connectivity Yes --
CD Player Yes Yes
USB & Auxiliary Input Yes --
DVD Player No --
Speakers Front Yes Yes
Speakers Rear Yes Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio Yes --
Additional Features No --
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Exterior

Adjustable Headlights Yes Yes
Fog Lights Front Yes No
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror No Yes
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror Yes No
Rain Sensing Wiper No --
Rear Window Wiper No Yes
Rear Window Defogger Yes --
Wheel Covers No No
Alloy Wheels Yes Yes
Power Antenna No No
Rear Spoiler No No
Sun Roof No Optional Optional
Moon Roof No --
Side Stepper No No
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicator Yes Yes
Integrated Antenna Yes Yes
Roof Rail No No
Remote Fuel Lid Opener Yes Yes
Headlamp Type Yes Halogen Halogen
Rear Window Washer -- Yes
Removable Convertible Top -- No
Roof Carrier -- Yes
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Miscellaneous

Tacho Meter No Yes
Leather Seats No No
Fabric Upholstery Yes Yes
Leather Steering Wheel Yes Yes
Digital Odometer Yes Yes
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank Yes Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter -- Yes
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From The Experts

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Things we like in 1 Series 5 Door

Engine performance

Cabin comfort

Things we don't like in 1 Series 5 Door

Features vs the price tag

Things we like in Golf
  • Efficient and economical engine operation
  • Precisely-responsive electric power steering
  • Sophisticated interior
Things we don't like in Golf
  • Not so spacious
  • Exterior styling can be made a tad bit more appealing

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