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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.

Vehicles

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2016 BMW 328i GT xDrive

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2027 Volkswagen Golf R

Overview

SpecBMW 328i GT xDrive328i xDrive SULEVVolkswagen Golf RBlack Edition
Selected trim328i xDrive SULEVBlack Edition
Body styleHatchbackHatchback
Drivetrainall wheel driveall wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (required)premium unleaded (required)
Transmission8-speed shiftable automatic7-speed automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20162027

Pricing & market

SpecBMW 328i GT xDrive328i xDrive SULEVVolkswagen Golf RBlack Edition
MSRP$43,000$0 (best)
For sale now00

Fuel economy & range

SpecBMW 328i GT xDrive328i xDrive SULEVVolkswagen Golf RBlack Edition
Combined MPG26 MPG (best)25 MPG
City MPG22 MPG22 MPG
Highway MPG34 MPG (best)31 MPG
Fuel tank15.8 gal (best)15 gal

Performance

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

Size & capability

SpecBMW 328i GT xDrive328i xDrive SULEVVolkswagen Golf RBlack Edition
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors5 (best)4
Cargo volume18.4 cu ft (best)—
Curb weight3,915 lbs3,461 lbs (best)
Ground clearance6.5 in (best)5 in
Wheelbase115 in (best)104 in
Length190 in (best)169 in
Width72 in (best)70 in
Height59.4 in (best)58 in

Safety & recalls

SpecBMW 328i GT xDrive328i xDrive SULEVVolkswagen Golf RBlack Edition
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
1

328i xDrive SULEV

$43,000 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Black Edition

$0 MSRP(Currently comparing)

BMW 328i GT xDrive vs Volkswagen Golf R FAQ

Which is better: 2016 BMW 328i GT xDrive or 2027 Volkswagen Golf R?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2016 BMW 328i GT xDrive vs 2027 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 2027 Volkswagen Golf R?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2027 Volkswagen Golf R starts lower at $0.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2016 BMW 328i GT xDrive or 2027 Volkswagen Golf R?
The 2027 Volkswagen Golf R leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (0).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2016 BMW 328i GT xDrive or 2027 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 2027 Volkswagen Golf R?
The 2027 Volkswagen Golf R leads on horsepower in this comparison (328).