Volkswagen Golf GTI vs Mini Cooper S JCW: Clash of hot hatchbacks!
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This makes it the most expensive Volkswagen model currently on sale in the country. The first 150 units have already been sold out, with deliveries set to begin in June via select VW dealerships nationwide. The Golf GTI will directly compete with the
Mini Cooper S
in the Indian market. In this article, let's compare both hot hatches in terms of pricing, performance and features.
VW Golf GTI vs Mini Cooper S JSW: Prices
The
Volkswagen Golf GTI
is available in a single fully loaded trim and is priced at Rs 52.99 lakh (ex-showroom) and will be bought to India via the CBU route.
The Mini Cooper S JCW on the other hand is priced at Rs 55.9 lakh (ex-showroom). While both are performance-oriented hot hatches brought to India via the CBU route, the Golf GTI undercuts the Mini JCW by nearly Rs 3 lakh.
VW Golf GTI vs Mini Cooper S JCW: Dimensions
The Volkswagen Golf GTI measures 4,282mm in length, 1,789mm in width, and 1,483mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2,620mm. It rides on 225/40 R18 tyres and offers a boot space of 381 litres.
In comparison, the Mini Cooper S is more compact at 3,876mm in length, 1,744mm in width, and 1,432mm in height, with a shorter wheelbase of 2,495mm. It comes with 215/45 R17 tyres and has a variable boot capacity ranging from 210 litres to 725 litres, depending on seat configuration.
The Volkswagen Golf GTI is also a 5-door model, offering easier access and more space for rear passengers, while the Mini Cooper S is a 3-door hatch, making the rear seat area less accessible and more compact by comparison.
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VW Golf GTI vs Mini Cooper S JCW: Features
In terms of features, both cars are decently equipped. The Golf GTI gets matrix LED headlights, multi-colour ambient lighting, a 12.9-inch infotainment system with Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, connected car tech, Chat GPT integration, connected car tech, automatic climate control, 10.2-inch digital instrument cluster, ADAS features such as adaptive cruise control, lane assist, and emergency braking, Head-Up Display, VAQ Limited-Slip Differential, Drive Modes and more.
The Mini Cooper S JCW features a red-and-black interior theme, with JCW sports seats wrapped in black synthetic leather, LED lights with JCW-specific LED DRLs, multi-coloured knit fabric, and red stitching. It also includes a special JCW sports steering wheel, heads-up display, electrically adjustable front seats, a massage function for the driver's seat, ambient lighting, Harman Kardon sound system, connected car tech, six airbags, Level 1 ADAS suite, electronic parking brake, automatic climate control, electric adjustment for seats, 9.4-inch round OLED touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto and more.
VW Golf GTI vs Mini Cooper S JCW: Engine
The Golf GTi is powered by a 2.0-litre, four-cylinder turbo-petrol engine which puts out 265 hp of power and 370Nm torque. It comes paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic gearbox, which sends power to the front wheels only. VW claims the sporty hatchback can sprint from 0-100kph in 5.9 seconds and has a top speed of 267 kph.
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The new Cooper S JCW is powered by the 2.0-litre, four-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine which puts out 231hp and 380Nm of torque.
It comes paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission which sends power to front wheels. The hatchback can sprint from 0-100kph in 6.1 seconds, and it has a top speed of 250kph (both claimed).
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