Volkswagen Golf GTI vs Volvo EX40
Golf GTI vs EX40
Key Highlights | Volkswagen Golf GTI | Volvo EX40 |
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Price | Rs.50.91 Lakh | Rs.50.10 Lakh |
Engine Capacity | 1984 cc | N/A |
Power | 265 bhp @ 5250 - 6500 rpm | N/A |
Mileage/Range | N/A kmpl | 475 km/charge |
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Specifications Overview
Golf GTI specifications | EX40 specifications | |
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On Road Price | 58.86 Lakh Price Breakup | 52.91 Lakh Price Breakup |
Fuel Type | Petrol | Electric |
User Rating | 3.0 | 4.2 |
Boot Space (Litres) | 380 Litres | 1295 Litres |
Transmission Type | Automatic (DSG) | Automatic |
Engine Displacement | 1984 cc | - |
Max Power (bhp @rpm) | 265 bhp @ 5250 - 6500 rpm | - |
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Exterior
Golf GTI Exterior | EX40 Exterior | |
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Sunroof Type | Panoramic | Panoramic Sunroof |
Sunroof | Yes | Yes |
Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Electrically Adjustable & Retractable |
Turn Indicators on ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
Rear Wiper | - | Yes |
Rear Defogger | - | Yes |
Bootlid Opener | - | Electric Opening and Closing |
Rain Sensing Wipers | Yes | Yes |
Daytime Running Lights | Yes | LED |
LED headlight | Yes | Yes |
Automatic Headlamps | Yes | Yes |
Follow Me Home Headlamps | - | Yes |
Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
Golf GTI Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | EX40 Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | |
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Front Suspension | Independent suspension with McPherson Struct | MacPherson Strut& Coil Springs& Hydraulic Shock Absorbers& Stabilizer Bar |
Rear Suspension | Independent suspension by four-link axle | Independent Suspension with Coil Springs& Hydraulic Shock Absorbers&Stabilizer Bar |
Front Brakes | Disc | Disc |
Rear Brakes | Disc | - |
Wheels | Alloy | Alloy Wheels |
Spare Wheel | Alloy | Space Saver |
Front Tyre Size | 225/40 R18 | 235 / 50 R19 |
Rear Tyre Size | 225/40 R18 | 255 / 45 R19 |
Turning Radius | 5.45 meters | - |
Tyre Size Spare | 225/40 R18 | - |
Wheels Size | R18 | - |
Instrumentation
Golf GTI Instrumentation | EX40 Instrumentation | |
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Low Fuel Level Warning | Yes | No |
Adjustable Cluster Brightness | Yes | Yes |
Fuel level guage | Digital | - |
Gear Indicator | Yes | - |
Shift Indicator | - | Not Applicable |
Tachometer | Digital | No |
Speedometer | Digital | - |
Odometer | Digital | - |
Avg fuel economy display | - | Yes |
Infotainment & Communication
Golf GTI Infotainment & Communication | EX40 Infotainment & Communication | |
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Apple CarPlay | Yes | Yes |
Android Auto | Yes | Yes |
Voice Command | Yes | - |
Infotainment Screen | Yes | - |
Multifunction Display | Yes | Yes |
Touchscreen Size | 12.9 inches | 9 inch |
Display Screen for Rear Passengers | No | No |
Bluetooth Compatibility | Yes | Phone & Audio Streaming |
Gesture Control | - | No |
Integrated Music System | Yes | Yes |
Speakers | 7 | 13 |
AM/FM Radio | Yes | Yes |
USB Compatibility | Yes | Yes |
Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Warranty
Golf GTI Warranty | EX40 Warranty | |
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Basic Warranty | 4 Years/100000 Kms | 3 Years |
Engine & Transmission
Golf GTI Engine & Transmission | EX40 Engine & Transmission | |
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Engine Capacity | 1984 cc | - |
Engine Type | 2.0L TSI | - |
No. of Cylinders | 4 | - |
No. of valves per cylinder | 4 | - |
Cylinder Configuration | Four cylinders | - |
Fuel Type | Petrol | Electric |
Transmission Type | Automatic (DSG) | Automatic |
Gears | 7 | - |
Power | 265 bhp @ 5250 - 6500 rpm | - |
Torque | 370 Nm @ 1600-4500 rpm | - |
Battery Capacity | - | 410 kwh |
Charging Time | - | 7 Hours |
Fast Charging | - | Yes |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
ARAI Certified Economy | - | 475 km/Charge |
Comfort & Convenience
Golf GTI Comfort & Convenience | EX40 Comfort & Convenience | |
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Ventilated Seats | No | No |
Ventilated Seats Type | - | No |
AC | Yes | Yes |
Rear AC Vents | Yes | Blower& Vents Behind Front Armrest |
Automatic climate control | Yes | - |
Heater | Yes | Yes |
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors | Yes | Driver & Co-Driver |
Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
Start / Stop Button | Yes | Yes |
Power Steering | Yes | Yes |
Adjustable steering | Yes | Yes |
Multifunction Steering Wheel | Yes | Yes |
Leather streering wheels | Yes | Yes |
Drive Modes | 3 | - |
Keyless Entry | Yes | - |
Safety
Golf GTI Safety | EX40 Safety | |
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NCAP Rating | - | 5 Star (Euro NCAP) |
Airbags | 7 | 7 |
ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount) | Yes | Yes |
Overspeed Warning | 1 beep over 80kmph& Continuous beeps over 120kmph | 1 beep over 80kmph& Continuous beeps over 120kmph |
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) | Yes | Yes |
EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution) | Yes | Yes |
EBA (Electronic Brake Assist) | Yes | Yes |
ESP (Electronic Stability Program) | Yes | Yes |
ASR / Traction Control | - | Yes |
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System | Yes | Yes |
Lane Departure Warning | Yes | Yes |
Emergency Brake Light Flashing | Yes | Yes |
Seat Belt Warning | - | Yes |
Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt | Yes | Yes |
Rear Middle Head Rest | - | Yes |
Dimensions & Capacity
Golf GTI Dimensions & Capacity | EX40 Dimensions & Capacity | |
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Length | 4289 mm | 4440 mm |
Width | 1789 mm | 1863 mm |
Height | 1471 mm | 1647 mm |
Wheelbase | 2627 mm | 2702 mm |
Ground Clearance | 136 mm | - |
No. of Seats | 5 | 5 |
No. of Doors | 4 | 5 |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 Litres | - |
Boot Space | 380 Litres | 1295 Litres |
Kerb Weight | 1454 kg | - |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Pros & Cons
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Detailed Comparison of Volkswagen Golf GTI and Volvo EX40
Safety
Golf GTI comes loaded with ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount), ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution), EBA (Electronic Brake Assist), ESP (Electronic Stability Program), Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, Lane Departure Warning, Emergency Brake Light Flashing, Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt, Hill Assist, Reverse Camera, Central Locking, Child Safety Lock, Fog Lights, Auto-Dimming Rear-View Mirror, Lane Watch Camera/ Side Mirror Camera, ADAS. EX40 has ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount), ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution), EBA (Electronic Brake Assist), ESP (Electronic Stability Program), ASR / Traction Control, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, Lane Departure Warning, Emergency Brake Light Flashing, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt, Rear Middle Head Rest, Hill Descent Control, Reverse Camera, Blind Spot Detection, Engine Immobiliser, Central Locking, Speed Sensing Door Lock, Child Safety Lock, Door Ajar Warning, Auto-Dimming Rear-View Mirror.
Body
Golf GTI has doors and seats. It is an with 380 Litres boot space, 45 Litres fuel tank capacityand a ground clearance of 136 mm. It is 1789 mm wide, 1471 mm high and 4289 mm long. It has 1454 kg kerb weight and 2627 mm wheel base. Alternativelly, EX40 is an with doors and seats 1295 Litres boot space, It has 1647 mm height, 4440 mm length, 1863 mm width, .
Transmission
Volkswagen Golf GTI comes with FWD and 7 Automatic (DSG) transmission. And EX40 comes with RWD and Automatic transmission.