Volkswagen Golf GTI vs BMW 1 Series 120d xDrive
| Performance | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 6.1 s | 7.4 s |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h | 228 km/h |
| Power | 265 hp | 163 hp |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Range & Efficiency | ||
| Fuel Tank | 50 L | 49 L |
| Efficiency | 7 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| CO2 Emissions | 160 g/km | 136 g/km |
| Size & Capacity | ||
| Length | 4,290 mm | 4,361 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 140 mm | 136 mm |
| Cargo | 374 L | 380 L |
| Curb Weight | 1,430 kg | 1,530 kg |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Turning Circle | 10.9 m | 11.0 m |
| Starting MSRP | $31,290 | $42,800 |