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2013 Volkswagen Golf / GTI and 2012 Mini Hardtop Specifications
| Model Year | 2013 | 2012 | |
| Model | Volkswagen Golf / GTI | Mini Hardtop | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 256 hp@4300 243 lb-ft@2400 |
turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 208 hp@6000 192 lb-ft@1850 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed manual | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
| Body | 2dr Hatch | 2dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 101.5 in | 97.1 in | 4.4 in |
| Length | 165.4 in | 145.6 in | 19.8 in |
| Width | 70.3 in | 66.3 in | 4 in |
| Height | 58.3 in | 55.4 in | 2.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 3326 lb. | 2679 lb. | 647 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 10.6 gal. | 3.9 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.3 in | 38.8 in | 0.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 50.3 in | 4.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 41.4 in | -0.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 37.6 in | 0.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.8 in | 44.7 in | 8.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.5 in | 29.9 in | 5.6 in |
| Total Legroom | 76.7 in (over 2 rows) | 71.3 in (over 2 rows) | 5.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.0 ft3 | 5.7 ft3 | 9.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 46.0 ft3 | 24.0 ft3 | 22 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Volkswagen Golf / GTI
| 2013 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Four adults can easily and comfortably fit in this car, with plenty of room for luggage. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Mini Hardtop
| 2012 Mini Hardtop Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 2dr Hatch 121-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Rear seat room is extremely limited but it's a Mini...not a mini van! see full Mini Hardtop review |
| 2012 | 2dr Hatch 121-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
We're tall and have room to spare. see full Mini Hardtop review |
| 2011 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 181hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Small children, petite women and Hobbits may sit in the back on short trips. Otherwise, forget it. It's a MINI! see full Mini Hardtop review |
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