Model Year | 2018 | 2013 | |
Model | BMW 3-Series Gran Turismo | Volkswagen Golf / GTI | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 320 hp@5500 332 lb-ft@1380 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 256 hp@4300 243 lb-ft@2400 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 115.0 in | 101.5 in | 13.5 in |
Length | 190.0 in | 165.4 in | 24.6 in |
Width | 72.0 in | 70.3 in | 1.7 in |
Height | 59.4 in | 58.3 in | 1.1 in |
Curb Weight | 4103 lb. | 3326 lb. | 777 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.8 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 1.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 39.3 in | 2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 54.7 in | 0.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.0 in | 41.2 in | 0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 38.5 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.1 in | 52.8 in | 1.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 35.5 in | 3.7 in |
Total Legroom | 81.2 in (over 2 rows) | 76.7 in (over 2 rows) | 4.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.3 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 | 3.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 18.4 ft3 | 15.0 | 3.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 56.5 ft3 | 46.0 ft3 | 10.5 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 BMW 3-Series Gran Turismo.
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 |