Golf TGI vs 118I
Volkswagen · BMW
1/4 Mile winner
118I
Beats the Golf TGI by 0.21s
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the 118I beats the Golf TGI comfortably, finishing 0.21 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the 118I thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Power
130 hp
136 hp
0–100 km/h
8.8s
8.5s
Top speed
220 km/h
213 km/h
Engine
1.5L I4 CNG
I3
Fuel
Petrol
Petrol
Torque
200 Nm
220 Nm
Price
$30,000
$32,000
Simulated race times
Distance
Golf TGI
118I
100 m
7.484s
7.346s
1/8 mile
11.003s
10.825s
1/4 mile
16.407s
16.196s
1 km
28.898s
28.738s
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: Golf TGI is $30,000 vs $32,000 for the 118I — a $2,000 gap. 0–100 km/h: 118I is 0.30s quicker (8.8s vs 8.5s). Top speed: Golf TGI runs to 220 km/h, 7 km/h higher than 118I.
FAQ
Which is faster, the Golf TGI or the 118I?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the 118I is faster, beating the Golf TGI by 0.21 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Golf TGI vs the 118I?
The Golf TGI hits 100 km/h in 8.8 seconds, while the 118I does it in 8.5 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The Golf TGI produces 130 hp; the 118I produces 136 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The Golf TGI tops out at 220 km/h, and the 118I reaches 213 km/h.
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