BMW i3s
BMW i3s
Electric
$200,888
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Volkswagen Golf
Volkswagen Golf
Life 1.5 TSI
$201,900
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BMW i3s vs Volkswagen Golf Comparison

Overview: BMW i3s vs Golf

Key Features

Transmission Type Automatic Dual Clutch
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Power 184 hp 148 hp
Engine Displacement - 1498 cc

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User Ratings & Review Comparison

4.57/5
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  • Stylist BMW electric car

    The electric car is truly a commendable version with its magnificent styling. Must say BMW has done an incredible job by lifting the BMW i3 to its...

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    Wei 09 Feb, 2022 for BMW i3s
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    Desmond 12 May, 2022 for Volkswagen Golf

From The Experts

Things we like

Futuristic appeal in and out

Tech-laden powertrain

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 Sharp design

Great handling 

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Things we don't like

Quirky exterior styling not to everyone’s taste

Rear seat space is not too capacious

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Stiff ride quality

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Engine Details

Battery Type Lithium-Ion --
Battery Capacity 42.2 kwh --
No Of Cylinders -- 4
Valves Per Cylinder -- 4

Transmission

Transmission Type Automatic Dual Clutch
Gear Box -- 7-Speed
Drive Type -- FWD

Performance

Power 184 hp 148 hp
Torque 270 Nm 250 Nm
Top Speed 160 kmph 224 kmph
Fuel Type Electric Petrol
Acceleration 6.9 s 8.5 s
Engine Displacement -- 1498 cc
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Dimensions & Capacity

Cargo Volume 260 L --
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Length 4006 mm 4284 mm
Width 2039 mm 1789 mm
Height 1570 mm 1491 mm
Wheel Base 2570 mm 2619 mm
Front Tread 1592 mm --
Rear Tread 1586 mm --
No Of Doors 5 5
Kerb Weight 1365 kg --
Gross Weight 1730 kg --
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Suspension & Brakes

Front Suspension M Sport Suspension MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension M Sport Suspension Torsion Beam

Wheel & Tyre

Alloy Wheel Size 20 Inch 17 Inch
Tyre Size 175/55 R20 205/55 R17
Tyre Type Radial Radial
Wheel Size R20 R17

Steering

Steering Type Electric Power Power
Steering Column Adjustable Adjustable
Steering Gear Type Rack & Pinion Rack & Pinion
Adjustable Steering Column Yes Yes
Turning Radius -- 5.45 m

Security

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

Passenger Airbag Yes Yes
Driver Airbag Yes Yes
Child Safety Locks Yes Yes
Anti-Lock Braking System Yes Yes
Ebd Yes Yes
Vehicle Stability Control System Yes Yes
Rear Seat Belts Yes Yes
Seat Belt Warning Yes Yes
Day & Night Rear View Mirror Yes Yes
Rear Camera Yes Yes
Parking Sensors Yes Yes
Crash Sensor Yes Yes
Engine Check Warning Yes Yes
Front Impact Beams Yes --
Side Impact Beams Yes Yes
Door Ajar Warning Yes Yes
Side Airbag-Front -- Yes
Side Airbag-Rear -- No
Brake Assist -- Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor -- Yes
Traction Control -- Yes
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Engine Details

Engine -- 1.5L Petrol Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve 1.5L Petrol Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner Yes Yes
Power Windows Front Yes Yes
Power Windows Rear Yes Yes
Automatic Climate Control Yes Yes
Heater Yes Yes
Rear A/C Vents Yes Yes
Adjustable Seats Yes Yes
Heated Seats - Front No No
Heated Seats - Rear No No
Electric Folding Rear View Mirror Yes Yes
On Board Computer Yes Yes
Accessory Power Outlet Yes Yes
Power Steering Yes Yes
Multi-function Steering Wheel Yes Yes
Cruise Control Yes Yes
Low Fuel Warning Light Yes Yes
Rear Seat Headrest Yes Yes
Cup Holders-Front Yes Yes
Cup Holders-Rear Yes --
Bottle Holder Yes Yes
Vanity Mirror Yes Yes
Folding Table Rear No No
Keyless Entry Yes Yes
Air Quality Control -- Yes
Engine Start/Stop Button -- Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat -- Yes
Automatic Headlamps -- Yes
Follow Me Home Headlamps -- Yes
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddle -- Yes
Foldable Rear Seat -- Yes
Rear Reading Lamp -- Yes
Centre Console Armrest -- Yes
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Entertainment & Communication

Touch Screen Yes Yes
FM/AM/Radio Yes Yes
Navigation System Yes Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity Yes Yes
USB & Auxiliary Input Yes Yes
Speakers Front Yes Yes
Speakers Rear Yes Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio Yes No
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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 No
Rear Window Wiper Yes Yes
Rear Window Defogger Yes Yes
Wheel Covers No No
Alloy Wheels Yes Yes
Power Antenna No No
Rear Spoiler Yes Yes
Removable Convertible Top No No
Roof Carrier No No
Side Stepper No --
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicator Yes Yes
Integrated Antenna Yes Yes
Roof Rail No Yes
Front Brake Type Ventilated Discs Ventilated Discs Discs Discs
Rear Brake Type Discs Discs Discs Discs
Rain Sensing Wiper -- Yes
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Miscellaneous

Tacho Meter Yes Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter Yes Yes
Leather Seats No No
Fabric Upholstery Yes Yes
Leather Steering Wheel Yes Yes
Digital Clock Yes Yes
Digital Odometer Yes Yes
Headlamp Type LED LED LED LED
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank -- Yes
Advance Safety Feature -- Hill Start Assist Hill Start Assist
Emission Norm Compliance -- Euro 6 Euro 6
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BMW i3s vs Volkswagen Golf FAQs

Which Car is cheaper between BMW i3s vs Volkswagen Golf?

i3s is priced at $200,888 and Golf is priced at $201,900. Hence i3s is the cheapest amongst these Car.

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Which Car has more power between BMW i3s vs Volkswagen Golf?

The BMW i3s has power of 184 hp with 270 Nm torque and Volkswagen Golf has power of 148 hp with 250 Nm torque. Thus making i3s the more powerful as compared to Golf.

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Which Car has more safety features between BMW i3s vs Volkswagen Golf?

i3s safety features: Passenger Airbag, Driver Airbag, Child Safety Locks, Anti-Lock Braking System, Ebd, Vehicle Stability Control System, Rear Seat Belts, Seat Belt Warning, Day & Night Rear View Mirror, Rear Camera, Parking Sensors, Crash Sensor, Engine Check Warning, Front Impact Beams, Side Impact Beams and Door Ajar Warning

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

The Volkswagen Golf has higher number of sefety features than i3s, hence Volkswagen Golf is more safer than BMW i3s.

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Which Car has more comfort features between i3s vs Golf?

i3s comfort features: Air Conditioner, Power Windows Front, Power Windows Rear, Automatic Climate Control, Heater, Rear A/C Vents, Adjustable Seats, Electric Folding Rear View Mirror, On Board Computer, Accessory Power Outlet, Power Steering, Multi-function Steering Wheel, Cruise Control, Low Fuel Warning Light, Rear Seat Headrest, Cup Holders-Front, Cup Holders-Rear, Bottle Holder, Vanity Mirror and Keyless Entry

Golf comfort features: Air Conditioner, Power Windows Front, Power Windows Rear, Automatic Climate Control, Air Quality Control, Heater, Rear A/C Vents, Engine Start/Stop Button, Adjustable Seats, Height Adjustable Driver Seat, Electric Folding Rear View Mirror, On Board Computer, Automatic Headlamps, Follow Me Home Headlamps, Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddle, Accessory Power Outlet, Power Steering, Multi-function Steering Wheel, Cruise Control, Foldable Rear Seat, Low Fuel Warning Light, Rear Reading Lamp, Rear Seat Headrest, Cup Holders-Front, Bottle Holder, Vanity Mirror, Keyless Entry and Centre Console Armrest

The Volkswagen Golf has higher number of comfort features than i3s, hence Volkswagen Golf is more comfortable than BMW i3s.

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Which Car had higher top speed between BMW i3s vs Volkswagen Golf?

The BMW i3s has top speed of 160 kmph and Volkswagen Golf has power of 224 kmph . Thus making Golf the more faster as compared to i3s.

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What is i3s vs Golf dimension size comparison?

The i3s dimensions are 4006 mm length, 2039 mm width, 1570 mm height while the Golf Dimensions are 4284 mm length, 1789 mm width, 1491 mm height. Hence the i3s is more longer more wider and more higher.

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