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BMW i4 vs VW Golf - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (601 HP vs 333 HP), boot space and price (49400 £ vs 25200 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW i4 or VW Golf?

BMW i4

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VW Golf

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

VW Golf has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 25200 £, while the BMW i4 costs 49400 £. That’s a price difference of around 24176 £.

As for range, the BMW i4 performs convincingly better – achieving up to 613 km, about 470 km more than the VW Golf.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW i4 has a clearly edge – offering 601 HP compared to 333 HP. That’s roughly 268 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW i4 is evident quicker – completing the sprint in 3.70 s, while the VW Golf takes 4.60 s. That’s about 0.90 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW Golf performs to a small extent better – reaching 270 km/h, while the BMW i4 tops out at 225 km/h. The difference is around 45 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: BMW i4 pulls significantly stronger with 795 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 375 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

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In curb weight, VW Golf is clearly lighter – 1307 kg compared to 2070 kg. The difference is around 763 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BMW i4 offers to a small extent more room – 470 L compared to 381 L. That’s a difference of about 89 L.

In maximum load capacity, the BMW i4 performs slight better – up to 1290 L, which is about 53 L more than the VW Golf.

When it comes to payload, VW Golf barely noticeable takes the win – 508 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 28 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the BMW i4 shows itself to be dominates this comparison and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

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BMW i4

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 286 - 601 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.7 - 16.7 kWh
  • Electric Range : 514 - 613 km
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BMW i4

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The BMW i4 arrives with the poise of a classic Gran Coupé, marrying BMW's playful handling with a sleek, modern interior that makes switching to electric feel like an upgrade rather than a compromise. For buyers who want a practical daily driver that still enjoys a spirited back-road run, the i4 quietly delivers smiles and a surprising dose of driver engagement.

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VW Golf

The VW Golf remains the everyman’s favourite — cleverly balanced, composed and just posh enough to feel grown-up without pretending to be something it’s not. It slips through town and eats up longer trips with a refined cabin, practical layout and a kindly, capable character that turns everyday driving into something a little bit special.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
49400 - 62500 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Fuel tank capacity
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Body Type
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Seats
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Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
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Curb weight
2070 - 2285 kg
Curb weight
1307 - 1662 kg
Trunk capacity
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Length
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Length
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Width
1852 mm
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3.7 - 6 s
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Max Speed
190 - 225 km/h
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Torque
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Torque
220 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
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What drivetrain options does the BMW i4 have?

The BMW i4 is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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