The hatchback generally has more luggage space thanks to a larger trunk door opening and the ability to convert the rear of the passenger compartment into luggage space. Sedans tend to be quieter than hatchbacks, due to a more isolated rear area.
Gearbox:
Automatic
Automatic
Engine:
1.6 Petrol
2.0 Diesel
Performance
Power:
72 HP
163 HP
Torque:
120 NM
340 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h:
n/a seconds
8.7 seconds
Volkswagen Golf engine produces 91 HP less power than BMW 5 series, whereas torque is 220 NM less than BMW 5 series.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
no data
6.9
Fuel tank capacity:
55 litres
70 litres
600 km with real consumption
920 km with real consumption
Drive type
Wheel drive type:
Front wheel drive (FWD)
Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Dimensions
Length:
3.98 m
4.84 m
Width:
1.66 m
1.85 m
Height:
1.42 m
1.47 m
Volkswagen Golf is smaller. Volkswagen Golf is 86 cm shorter than the BMW 5 series, 19 cm narrower, while the height of Volkswagen Golf is 5 cm lower.
Trunk capacity:
no data
520 litres
Turning diameter:
10.5 meters
11 meters
The turning circle of the Volkswagen Golf is 0.5 metres less than that of the BMW 5 series, which means Volkswagen Golf can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
