Volkswagen Golf GTi vs Mercedes-Benz C-Class - Which One Should You Buy

Volkswagen Golf GTi vs Mercedes-Benz C-Class Comparison at CarHP India. Compare Volkswagen Golf GTi and Mercedes-Benz C-Class Prices, Mileage, Features, Specs, Colours and much more.

The Volkswagen Golf GTi comes in 1 variants. Engine options include Petrol as per the selected variant, paired with automatic transmissions. The selected variant is priced at ₹50.91 Lakh. The cheapest variant, 2.0 TSI, costs ₹50.91 Lakh, while the top-end variant, 2.0 TSI, is priced at ₹50.91 Lakh. The Mercedes-Benz C-Class comes in 4 variants. Engine options include Petrol and Diesel as per the selected variant, paired with automatic transmissions. The selected variant is priced at ₹59.90 Lakh. The cheapest variant, C 200, costs ₹59.90 Lakh, while the top-end variant, C 300, is priced at ₹65.60 Lakh.

Specification	Volkswagen Golf GTi	Mercedes-Benz C-Class
Price	₹50.91 Lakh	₹59.90 Lakh
Engine	1984 cc 2.0L TSI Petrol	1496 cc OM654M Petrol
Transmission	7-Speed DCT	9-Speed TRONIC
Mileage	-	16.9 kmpl

Price

₹50.91 Lakh

₹59.90 Lakh

Engine

1984 cc 2.0L TSI Petrol

1496 cc OM654M Petrol

Transmission

7-Speed DCT

9-Speed TRONIC

Mileage

16.9 kmpl

Volkswagen Golf GTi

₹ 50.91 Lakh

2.0 TSI

Mercedes-Benz C-Class

₹ 59.90 Lakh

C 200

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Comparison

Brochure

EMI Cost

Pros & Cons

Engine and Performance

Max Power

261bhp@5250-6500rpm

201.15bhp@5800-6800rpm

Max Torque

370Nm@1600-4500rpm

300Nm@1800-4000rpm

Displacement

1984 cc

1496 cc

No. of Cylinders

Drive Type

FWD

RWD

Performance Specifications

Acceleration

7.3

Drive Modes

Paddle Shifters

Fuel Specifications

Emission Norm Compliance

BS VI 2.0

Fuel Tank Capacity

45 Litres

66 Litres

Fuel Type

Petrol

Petrol Fuel Tank Capacity Litres

Petrol Mileage (ARAI)

16.9 kmpl

Dimensions and Design

Gross Weight

1950 kg

Ground Clearance

136 mm

164 mm

Ground Clearance Unladen

136 mm

164 mm

Height

1471 mm

1437 mm

Kerb Weight

1454 kg Kg

1615 kg Kg

Interior Specifications

Boot Space

380 Litres

540 Litres

Boot Space Rear Seat Folding

1237 Litres

Seating Capacity

Wheels & Tires

Alloy Wheels

Front Track

1535 mm

Rear Track

1513 mm

Tyre Size

225/40 R18

Tyre Type

Radial Tubeless

Tubeless,Radial

Suspension, Brakes & Steering

Front Brake Type

Disc

Front Suspension

MacPherson Strut suspension

Multi-link suspension

Rear Brake Type

Disc

Rear Suspension

Multi-link suspension

Steering Type

Electric

Safety Features

Adaptive Cruise Control

Anti Lock Braking System Abs

Anti Theft Alarm

Anti Theft Device

Automatic Emergency Braking

Interior Features

Additional Features

Velour Floor Mats (provided in the respective appointments color with matching edging, the mats protect the footwell against dirt, removed rapidly to be vacuumed or cleaned.), AVANTGARDE interior (With the AVANTGARDE Interior, you can show what is important to you: The avantgarde highlights in the expressively designed interior with ambient lighting will bring you joy day after day. • Seats with unique seat upholstery layout and redesigned headrest. • Multifunction sports steering wheel in leather steering wheel bezel in silver chrome. • Ambient lighting • Free-standing, fully digital instrument display with 12.3 inch LCD colour display • High-resolution central display slightly tilted towards the driver with 11.9 inch screen With MBUX multimedia system • Upper part of the instrument panel in black and lower part in black or macchiato beige with contrasting top stitching • Centre console in high-gloss black with insert in silver chrome • Air vents with elements in silver chrome • Doors with high-gloss black trim elements and surround in silver chrome as well as switches in silver chrome • Stowage Space Package • Overhead control panel in high-gloss black ), Leather multifunction sports steering wheel, Driver display (The high-resolution displayin 12.3 inch LCD colour display. It has 7 different settings with specific content and 3 different display styles.), Premium Plus Ambient lighting (a total of 64 colours with 10 moods, Trim element plane with direct lighting running from the sides of the centre console to the instrument panel and the door handles of the front and rear doors :- Additional lighting scopes on the air vents and the door centre panels of the four doors (baguette with direct and indirect lighting) • Four dimming zones (All, DIRECT, Ambient and Accent) • Variable brightness setting, ARTICO man-made leather macchiato beige, ARTICO man-made leather black, ARTICO man-made leather sienna brown, Centre Console in high-gloss black, Black open-pore aluminium lines wood Interior trim

Ambient Light Colour Numbers

Digital Cluster

Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector

Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel

Comfort & Convenience

Accessory Power Outlet

Active Noise Cancellation

Adjustable Headlamps

Adjustable Headrest

Adjustable Steering

Height & Reach

Infotainment Features

Android Auto

Antenna

Shark Fin

Apple Carplay

Bluetooth Connectivity

Digital Cluster Size

10.25 Inch Inch

Exterior Features

Boot Opening

Electronic

Fog Lights

Front

Led Drls

Led Fog Lamps

Led Headlamps

Brochure

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EMI Cost Comparison

Assuming 20% down payment, 9.5% interest, 60-month tenure

Volkswagen Golf GTi - EMI Breakdown

Loan Amount

₹40,72,720

Interest: 9.5%

₹3,86,908

Down Payment (20%)

₹10,18,180

Loan Tenure

5 years

EMI Cost₹85,535/month

Mercedes-Benz C-Class - EMI Breakdown

Loan Amount

₹47,92,000

Interest: 9.5%

₹4,55,240

Down Payment (20%)

₹11,98,000

Loan Tenure

5 years

EMI Cost₹1,00,641/month

Pros & Cons Comparison

Things We Like in Volkswagen Golf GTi

Iconic hot hatchback status and heritage.

Things We Like in Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Intuitive MBUX infotainment system with advanced voice control.
Supremely comfortable and refined ride quality.

Things We Don't Like in Volkswagen Golf GTi

Lower ground clearance compared to SUVs, a concern for some Indian roads.

Things We Don't Like in Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Reliance on touchscreens for many controls might not appeal to all users.
Rear seat space can be a bit tight for three adults.

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