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BMW 3 Series Sedan vs Volkswagen Golf Comparison

Overview: 3 Series Sedan vs Golf

Brand BMW Volkswagen
SRP* AED 130,000 AED 96,000
Variant 3 Series Sedan 316i MT Golf SE 1.2
User Rating 4.4 3 Series Sedan reviews 4 Golf reviews
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol Cars in UAE Petrol Petrol Cars in UAE
Available Color(s)
Vehicle Type Sedan Sedan Cars in UAE Hatchback Hatchback Cars in UAE

Key Features

Drive Type RWD FWD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Driver Airbag Yes Yes
Passenger Airbag Yes Yes
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Engine Displacement 1598 cc -
Top Speed 210 kmph Km/h 196 kmph Km/h
Power 136 108
Torque 220 Nm 175 Nm
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User Ratings & Review Comparison

4.4/5
7 reviews
4/5
1 reviews
User Review Comparison
  • Bmw is the best

    Amazing beast and great road presence, perfect for a long drive and also as a daily commuter with new features and elegant design.

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    Yunus mohammed Feb 06, 2026
  • The only hatch to get

    The Golf has always been a legend and it keeps getting better with every new version. The new version is an absolute stunner, it may not look funky like other hatches but it is a timeless design. The interior fit and finish it top notch and feels like it will last a lifetime. Space and comfort is good, the suspension is on the stiffer side though. You can't really go wrong with the Golf, it ticks all the right boxes for most of the people.

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    C
    choky Feb 24, 2020

From The Experts

Things we like

Superb performance

Luxury cabin

Great ride quality

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  • Efficient and economical engine operation
  • Precisely-responsive electric power steering
  • Sophisticated interior
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Things we don't like

Limited usable boot space

Huge expensive

Some tech features missing

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  • Not so spacious
  • Exterior styling can be made a tad bit more appealing
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Engine and Transmission

Gear Box 6-Speed 7-Speed
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Drive Type RWD FWD
No Of Cylinders 4 4
Valves Per Cylinder 4 4
Valve Configuration DOHC DOHC
Fuel Supply System Direct Injection Direct Injection
Compression Ratio 10.5:1 --
Engine -- 1.2 L
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Performance

Engine Displacement 1598 cc --
Power 136 108
Torque 220 Nm 175 Nm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Acceleration 8.9 s 9.9 s
Mileage Highway 20.8 kmpl --
Top Speed 210 kmph Km/h 196 kmph Km/h
Mileage City 13 kmpl --
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Dimensions & Capacity

Cargo Volume 480 L L --
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres) 60 L L 50 L L
Length 4624 mm mm 4255 mm mm
Width 2031 mm mm 1790 mm mm
Height 1429 mm mm 1452 mm mm
Wheel Base 2810 mm mm 2637 mm mm
Front Tread 1543 mm --
Rear Tread 1583 mm --
No Of Doors 4 5
Kerb Weight 1460 kg kg --
Gross Weight 1935 kg kg --
Front Headroom 1023 mm mm --
Rear Headroom 957 mm --
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Suspension, Steering , Brakes & Tyres

Steering Type Power Power
Alloy Wheel Size 16 Inch 15 Inch
Front Suspension Adaptive Suspension MacPherson Strut
Steering Column Adjustable Adjustable
Rear Suspension Adaptive Suspension Multi-Link
Tyre Size 205/60 R16 --
Tyre Type Radial Radial
Steering Gear Type Rack & Pinion --
Wheel Size R16 R15
Adjustable Steering Column Yes Yes
Shock Absorbers Type Coil Spring Coil Spring
Front Brake Type Ventilated Discs Discs
Rear Brake Type Discs --
Turning Radius -- 5.45 m
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Safety

Smart Access Card Entry No --
Central Locking Yes Yes
Passenger Airbag Yes Yes
Side Airbag-Front Yes Yes
Child Safety Locks Yes Yes
Driver Airbag Yes Yes
Anti Theft Device Yes --
Anti-Lock Braking System Yes Yes
Brake Assist Yes --
Anti-Theft Alarm 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 --
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts Yes Yes
Rear Camera Optional Optional No
Parking Sensors Optional Optional --
Crash Sensor Yes Yes
Engine Check Warning Yes --
Tyre Pressure Monitor Optional Optional Yes
Front Impact Beams Yes Yes
Side Impact Beams Yes Yes
Cruise Control Yes Yes
Door Ajar Warning Yes Yes
Engine Immobilizer Yes --
Traction Control Yes --
Power Door Locks -- Yes
Side Airbag-Rear -- Yes
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Comfort & Convenience

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

Touch Screen Yes --
FM/AM/Radio Yes Yes
Navigation System optional optional --
Bluetooth Connectivity Yes --
CD Player Yes Yes
USB & Auxiliary Input Yes --
DVD Player Optional Optional --
Speakers Front Yes Yes
Speakers Rear Yes Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio Yes --
Voice Control Optional Optional --
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Exterior

Adjustable Headlights Yes Yes
Fog Lights Front Yes No
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror Yes Yes
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror No No
Rain Sensing Wiper Optional Optional --
Rear Window Wiper No Yes
Rear Window Washer No Yes
Rear Window Defogger Yes --
Wheel Covers No No
Alloy Wheels Yes Yes
Power Antenna No No
Tinted Glass Yes --
Rear Spoiler No No
Removable Convertible Top No No
Roof Carrier Optional Optional Yes
Sun Roof Optional Optional Optional Optional
Side Stepper No No
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicator Yes Yes
Integrated Antenna Yes Yes
Chrome Grille Yes --
Chrome Garnish Yes --
Roof Rail No No
Remote Fuel Lid Opener Yes Yes
Headlamp Type -- Halogen Halogen
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Interior

Digital Clock Yes --

Miscellaneous

Tacho Meter Yes Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter Yes Yes
Leather Seats Optional Optional No
Fabric Upholstery Yes Yes
Leather Steering Wheel Yes Yes
Digital Odometer Yes Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats Yes --
Driving Experience Control Eco No --
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank Yes Yes
Emission Control System Catalytic Convertor Catalytic Convertor --
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