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BMW 328i GT xDrive vs Volkswagen Golf R

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

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2016 BMW 328i GT xDrive

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Overview

SpecBMW 328i GT xDrive328i xDrive SULEVVolkswagen Golf RGolf R Hatchback
Selected trim328i xDrive SULEVGolf R Hatchback
Body styleHatchbackHatchback
Drivetrainall wheel driveall wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (required)premium unleaded (recommended)
Transmission8-speed shiftable automatic7-speed automated manual
Engine typegasgas
Model year20162026

Pricing & market

SpecBMW 328i GT xDrive328i xDrive SULEVVolkswagen Golf RGolf R Hatchback
MSRP$43,000 (best)$49,455
Lowest listing price—$32,999 (best)
Median listing price—$42,595 (best)
Highest listing price—$47,995 (best)
For sale now07 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecBMW 328i GT xDrive328i xDrive SULEVVolkswagen Golf RGolf R Hatchback
Combined MPG26 MPG (best)25 MPG
City MPG22 MPG22 MPG
Highway MPG34 MPG (best)31 MPG
Fuel tank15.8 gal (best)14.5 gal

Performance

SpecBMW 328i GT xDrive328i xDrive SULEVVolkswagen Golf RGolf R Hatchback
Horsepower240 hp328 hp (best)
Torque255 lb-ft295 lb-ft (best)
Engine size2 L2 L
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecBMW 328i GT xDrive328i xDrive SULEVVolkswagen Golf RGolf R Hatchback
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors5 (best)4
Cargo volume18.4 cu ft34.5 cu ft (best)
Payload—948 lbs (best)
Curb weight3,915 lbs3,461 lbs (best)
Ground clearance6.5 in (best)4.8 in
Wheelbase115 in (best)103.5 in
Length190 in (best)169.1 in
Width72 in (best)70.4 in
Height59.4 in (best)57.8 in

Safety & recalls

SpecBMW 328i GT xDrive328i xDrive SULEVVolkswagen Golf RGolf R Hatchback
NHTSA overall—Not Rated
Frontal crash (driver)—Not Rated
Frontal crash (passenger)—Not Rated
Side crash (driver)—Not Rated
Side crash (passenger)—Not Rated
Side pole—Not Rated
Rollover—Not Rated
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reportedNone reported

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimBMW 328i GT xDriveVolkswagen Golf R
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328i xDrive SULEV

$43,000 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Golf R Hatchback

$49,455 MSRP(Currently comparing)

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BMW 328i GT xDrive vs Volkswagen Golf R FAQ

Which is better: 2016 BMW 328i GT xDrive or 2026 Volkswagen Golf R?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2016 BMW 328i GT xDrive vs 2026 Volkswagen Golf R on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2016 BMW 328i GT xDrive or 2026 Volkswagen Golf R?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2016 BMW 328i GT xDrive starts lower at $43,000. Live Volkswagen Golf R listings start at $32,999.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2016 BMW 328i GT xDrive or 2026 Volkswagen Golf R?
The 2016 BMW 328i GT xDrive leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (43,000).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2016 BMW 328i GT xDrive or 2026 Volkswagen Golf R?
The 2016 BMW 328i GT xDrive leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (26).
Which has better horsepower: 2016 BMW 328i GT xDrive or 2026 Volkswagen Golf R?
The 2026 Volkswagen Golf R leads on horsepower in this comparison (328).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2016 BMW 328i GT xDrive vs 2026 Volkswagen Golf R?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Volkswagen Golf R (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall).