BMW 7 Series Sedan vs Volkswagen Golf R Comparison

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Things we like	Luxurious interiors Sporty driving feel Features Read More	Superb powertrain Spacious cabin Quiet and comfortable Read More
Things we don't like	Understated exterior design Read More	Seat fabrics are a letdown Interior rather plain Expensive than most rivals. Read More

Engine Details

No Of Cylinders	6	--
Valves Per Cylinder	4	--
Valve Configuration	DOHC	--
Fuel Supply System	Direct Injection	--
Compression Ratio	10.7:1	--
Engine	--	2.0L

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Transmission

Gear Box	8-Speed	7 Speed
Transmission Type	Automatic	Dual Clutch Automatic
Drive Type	--	4WD

Performance

Engine Displacement	2996 cc	1998 cc
Power	258	315Hp
Torque	310 Nm	400Nm
Acceleration	7.5 s	--
Mileage City	7.9 kmpl	--
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Top Speed	250 kmph	--
Mileage Highway	15.6 kmpl	--

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Dimensions & Capacity

Cargo Volume	500 L L	341L L
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	80 L L	55L L
Seating Capacity	5 seats	5 seats
Length	5219 mm mm	4290 mm
Width	2142 mm mm	1789 mm
Height	1481 mm mm	1458 mm
Wheel Base	3210 mm mm	2631 mm
Front Tread	1611 mm	--
Rear Tread	1650 mm	--
No Of Doors	4	4
Kerb Weight	1865 kg kg	--
Gross Weight	2510 kg kg	--
Front Headroom	1043 mm mm	--
Rear Headroom	988 mm	--

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Suspension & Brakes

Front Suspension	Adaptive Suspension	--
Rear Suspension	Adaptive Suspension	--
Shock Absorbers Type	Coil Spring	--
Front Brake Type	Ventilated Discs	--
Rear Brake Type	Discs	--

Wheel & Tyre

Alloy Wheel Size	17 Inch	18 Inch
Tyre Size	245/55 R17	--
Tyre Type	Radial	Tubeless,Radial
Wheel Size	R17	--

Steering

Steering Type	Power	--
Steering Column	Adjustable	--
Steering Gear Type	Rack & Pinion	--
Adjustable Steering Column	Yes	--

Safety

Passenger Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag-Front	Yes	Yes
Child Safety Locks	Yes	Yes
Driver Airbag	Yes	Yes
Anti-Lock Braking System	Yes	--
Brake Assist	Yes	--
Ebd	Yes	--
Vehicle Stability Control System	Yes	--
Rear Seat Belts	Yes	--
Seat Belt Warning	Yes	--
Day & Night Rear View Mirror	Yes	--
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts	Yes	--
Rear Camera	Optional Optional	Yes
Parking Sensors	Optional Optional	--
Crash Sensor	Yes	Yes
Engine Check Warning	Yes	Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor	Optional Optional	Yes
Front Impact Beams	Yes	--
Side Impact Beams	Yes	--
Door Ajar Warning	Yes	--
Traction Control	Yes	--
Side Airbag-Rear	--	Yes

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Security

Smart Access Card Entry	No	--
Central Locking	Yes	Yes
Anti Theft Device	Yes	--
Anti-Theft Alarm	Yes	--
Engine Immobilizer	Yes	Yes
Power Door Locks	--	Yes

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Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner	Yes	Yes
Power Windows Front	Yes	--
Power Windows Rear	Yes	--
Automatic Climate Control	Yes	Yes
Air Quality Control	Yes	--
Heater	Yes	Yes
Rear A/C Vents	Yes	--
Glove Box Cooling	Optional Optional	--
Engine Start/Stop Button	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Seats	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	Yes	--
Heated Seats - Front	Yes	--
Heated Seats - Rear	Yes	--
On Board Computer	Yes	--
Automatic Headlamps	Yes	--
Follow Me Home Headlamps	Optional Optional	--
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddle	Optional Optional	--
Accessory Power Outlet	Yes	Yes
Power Steering	Yes	--
Multi-function Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Cruise Control	Yes	Yes
Foldable Rear Seat	Yes	--
Remote Trunk Opener	Yes	--
Low Fuel Warning Light	Yes	Yes
Rear Reading Lamp	Yes	--
Rear Seat Headrest	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Center Arm Rest	Yes	--
Cup Holders-Front	Yes	--
Cup Holders-Rear	Yes	--
Seat Lumbar Support	Optional Optional	--
Bottle Holder	Yes	--
Trunk Light	Yes	--
Vanity Mirror	Yes	--
Folding Table Rear	No	--
Keyless Entry	Yes	Yes
Electric Folding Rear View Mirror	--	Yes
Usb charger	--	Yes
Additional Features	--	Acceleration (0-100km/h) in 4.8 seconds,3 Zone Climatronic AC,Push button Start Acceleration (0-100km/h) in 4.8 seconds,3 Zone Climatronic AC,Push button Start

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Entertainment & Communication

Touch Screen	Yes	Yes
FM/AM/Radio	Yes	Yes
Navigation System	optional optional	--
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	--
USB & Auxiliary Input	Optional Optional	Yes
CD Player	Yes	--
DVD Player	Optional Optional	--
Speakers Front	Yes	Yes
Speakers Rear	Yes	Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio	Yes	Yes
Voice Control	Optional Optional	--
Touch Screen Size	--	10 Inch 10 Inch
Numbers of Speakers	--	6 6
Additional Features	--	Acceleration (0-100km/h) in 4.8 seconds,3 Zone Climatronic AC,Push button Start Acceleration (0-100km/h) in 4.8 seconds,3 Zone Climatronic AC,Push button Start

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Exterior

Adjustable Headlights	Yes	Yes
Fog Lights Front	Yes	Yes
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror	No	--
Rain Sensing Wiper	Optional Optional	--
Rear Window Wiper	No	--
Rear Window Washer	No	--
Rear Window Defogger	Yes	--
Wheel Covers	No	--
Alloy Wheels	Yes	Yes
Power Antenna	No	--
Tinted Glass	Yes	--
Rear Spoiler	No	--
Removable Convertible Top	No	--
Roof Carrier	Optional Optional	--
Sun Roof	Optional Optional	--
Side Stepper	No	--
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicator	Yes	Yes
Integrated Antenna	Yes	Yes
Chrome Grille	Yes	--
Chrome Garnish	Yes	--
Roof Rail	No	--
Remote Fuel Lid Opener	Yes	--
Headlamp Type	--	LED LED
Heated Wing Mirrors	--	Yes
LED DRL	--	Yes

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Interior

Digital Clock

Yes

Yes

Miscellaneous

Tacho Meter	Yes	--
Electronic Multi Tripmeter	Yes	Yes
Leather Seats	Optional Optional	--
Fabric Upholstery	Yes	Yes
Leather Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Digital Odometer	Yes	--
Electric Adjustable Seats	Yes	--
Driving Experience Control Eco	No	--
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank	Yes	--
Emission Control System	Catalytic Convertor Catalytic Convertor	--

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