Model Year | 2012 | 2013 | |
Model | Audi A6 | Volkswagen Golf / GTI | |
Engine | supercharged 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 310 hp@5500 325 lb-ft@2900 |
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 Sedan | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 114.7 in | 101.5 in | 13.2 in |
Length | 193.9 in | 165.4 in | 28.5 in |
Width | 73.8 in | 70.3 in | 3.5 in |
Height | 57.8 in | 58.3 in | -0.5 in |
Curb Weight | 4045 lb. | 3326 lb. | 719 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.8 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 5.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.2 in | 39.3 in | -2.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.5 in | 54.7 in | 2.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 41.2 in | 0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 38.5 in | -0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 52.8 in | 3.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.4 in | 35.5 in | 1.9 in |
Total Legroom | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 76.7 in (over 2 rows) | 2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.1 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 | -0.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.1 ft3 | 46.0 ft3 | -31.9 ft3 |
2012 Audi A6 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Sedan supercharged 310hp 3.0L V6 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very supportive seats, nice leather, great heated seats. see full Audi A6 review |
2012 Audi A6 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan supercharged 300hp 3.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Rear seat room is average, no better. see full Audi A6 review |
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 |