Model Year | 2023 | 2011 | |
Model | Volkswagen Golf | BMW 5-Series | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 315 hp@5900 280 lb-ft@1900 |
turbocharged 4.4L V8 DOHC-4v 400 hp@5500 450 lb-ft@1750 |
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Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.6 in | 116.9 in | -13.3 in |
Length | 168.8 in | 193.1 in | -24.3 in |
Width | 70.4 in | 73.2 in | -2.8 in |
Height | 57.6 in | 57.6 in | 0 in |
Curb Weight | 3481 lb. | 4519 lb. | -1038 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -5.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.5 in | 40.5 in | -2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 58.3 in | -2.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.4 in | 0.0 in | 53.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 41.4 in | -0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 38.3 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 56.2 in | -2.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 46.3 in | 0.0 in | 46.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.0 in | 36.1 in | -1.1 in |
Total Legroom | 76.2 in (over 2 rows) | 77.5 in (over 2 rows) | -1.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.9 ft3 | 18.4 ft3 | 1.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 34.5 ft3 | 18.4 ft3 | 16.1 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Volkswagen Golf.
2011 BMW 5-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
All I need. see full BMW 5-Series review |
2011 BMW 5-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
People 5 foot 3 and above cannot sit comfortably in the back seat on long trips. see full BMW 5-Series review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Almost limo sized with very comfortable shaping. see full BMW 5-Series review |