The Comparative Analysis :

VW Golf 1.4 TGI BlueMotion (Natural Gas) (17 - 18) vs. BMW 116d Efficient Dynamics Edition (12 - 15)

€ 24,500
VW Golf 1.4 TGI BlueMotion (Natural Gas) (17 - 18) VW Golf 1.4 TGI BlueMotion
€ 25,400
 BMW 116d Efficient Dynamics Edition (12 - 15) BMW 116d Efficient Dynamics Edition
€ 24,500
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 25,400

ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch. Price Info

Vehicle Dimensions

The dimensions of these vehicles differ slightly. The VW Golf 1.4 TGI BlueMotion is 2.2 inches shorter, 1.3 inches wider and 2.7 inches taller than the BMW 116d Efficient Dynamics Edition.
VW Golf 1.4 TGI BlueMotion
BMW 116d Efficient Dynamics Edition
58.3
Blueprint VW Golf 1.4 TGI BlueMotion (Natural Gas) (17 - 18)
70.8
79.8
55.6
Blueprint BMW 116d Efficient Dynamics Edition (12 - 15)
69.5
78.1
70.8 in
Width
69.5 in
79.8 in
Width Incl. Mirrors
78.1 in
58.3 in
Height
55.6 in
Blueprint VW Golf 1.4 TGI BlueMotion (Natural Gas) (17 - 18)
103.1
168
Blueprint BMW 116d Efficient Dynamics Edition (12 - 15)
105.9
170.2
168 in
Length
170.2 in
103.1 in
Wheelbase
105.9 in

Vehicle Weight

VW Golf 1.4 TGI BlueMotion
BMW 116d Efficient Dynamics Edition
2903 lb
Curb Weight
3064 lb
4079 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
4068 lb
VW Golf 1.4 TGI BlueMotion (Natural Gas) (17 - 18)
Weight Difference:
161 lb
5.25 %
BMW 116d Efficient Dynamics Edition (12 - 15)

General

VW Golf 1.4 TGI BlueMotion
BMW 116d Efficient Dynamics Edition
AU
Generation
F21
Hatchback
Car Body Style
Hatchback
Natural Gas (CNG)
Fuel Type
Diesel
Front-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Rear-wheel drive
6-speed manual transmission
Transmission
6-speed manual transmission

Engine

VW Golf 1.4 TGI BlueMotion
BMW 116d Efficient Dynamics Edition
Straight-four engine with tur­bo­charger
Engine Type
Straight-four diesel engine with tur­bo­charger
Engine Series
BMW
*CPW*
Engine Code
4
Valves
4
4
Cylinders
4
1.4 L / 69 cu in
Displacement
1.6 L / 78 cu in
108 hp
at 4800 rpm
Power
114 hp
at 4000 rpm
VW Golf 1.4 TGI BlueMotion
108 hp
114 hp
BMW 116d Efficient Dynamics Edition
148 lb‑ft
at 1500 rpm
Max. Torque
192 lb‑ft
at 1750 rpm
VW Golf 1.4 TGI BlueMotion
148 lb‑ft
192 lb‑ft
BMW 116d Efficient Dynamics Edition

Performance

VW Golf 1.4 TGI BlueMotion
BMW 116d Efficient Dynamics Edition
121 mph
Maximum Speed
121 mph
10.6 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
10.5 sec
62 mph 62
mph

482 ft
0.000 sec

VW Golf 1.4 TGI BlueMotion

62 mph 62
mph

479 ft
0.000 sec

BMW 116d Efficient Dynamics Edition

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26.88 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
26.88 lb/hp
VW Golf 1.4 TGI BlueMotion
26.88 lb/hp
26.88 lb/hp
BMW 116d Efficient Dynamics Edition

Fuel Economy / Emissions

VW Golf 1.4 TGI BlueMotion
BMW 116d Efficient Dynamics Edition
Fuel Economy
12.8 lb✽  ( 7 MPGe ⓘ Miles per gallon gaso­line equiva­lent (MPGe) is a measure of the average distance traveled per unit of energy consumed. MPGe, specified in miles per U.S. gallon, is used to compare the energy con­sump­tion of vehicles that use different energy sources.)
combined ✽ per 100 miles
62 mpg  ( 69 MPGe ⓘ Miles per gallon gaso­line equiva­lent (MPGe) is a measure of the average distance traveled per unit of energy consumed. MPGe, specified in miles per U.S. gallon, is used to compare the energy con­sump­tion of vehicles that use different energy sources.)
VW Golf 1.4 TGI BlueMotion
7 MPGe
69 MPGe
BMW 116d Efficient Dynamics Edition
17 lb
city
53 mpg
10.6 lb
highway
No data
31 lb
Fuel Tank Capacity
13.7 gal
242 mi
Range
850 mi
VW Golf 1.4 TGI BlueMotion
242 mi
850 mi
BMW 116d Efficient Dynamics Edition
Environmental Impact
26.4 kWh
Total Energy Consumption
per 100 miles ⓘThe total energy consumption per 100 miles is the amount of energy consumed by a vehicle when burning fuel or using electricity per 100 miles (final energy), and the energy required to produce the appropriate amount of fuel or electricity (primary energy).
78.2 kWh
VW Golf 1.4 TGI BlueMotion
26.4 kWh
78.2 kWh
BMW 116d Efficient Dynamics Edition
Euro 6b (NEFZ)
Emission Standard
Euro 5
158 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
159 g/mi (NEFZ)

Practical Convenience

VW Golf 1.4 TGI BlueMotion
BMW 116d Efficient Dynamics Edition
5
Doors
3
5
No. of Seats
4
1175 lb
Maximum Payload
1003 lb
8.2 cu ft
Trunk Volume
10.2 cu ft
33.4 cu ft
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
34 cu ft