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2009 BMW 1-Series and 2012 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2012 | |
| Model | BMW 1-Series | Volkswagen Golf / GTI | |
| Engine | turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 224 kW@5800 407 Nm@1400 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 188 kW@4300 329 Nm@2400 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,659 mm | 2,578 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,361 mm | 4,201 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,748 mm | 1,786 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,422 mm | 1,481 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,535 kg | 1,509 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 53 L | 55 L | -2 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 963 mm | 998 mm | -35 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,372 mm | 1,389 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,052 mm | 1,046 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 942 mm | 978 mm | -36 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,356 mm | 1,341 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 813 mm | 902 mm | -89 mm |
| Total Legroom | 1,864 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,948 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 283 L | 425 L | -142 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 10.0 | 1,303 L | 9 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 BMW 1-Series
| 2009 BMW 1-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Good seats, very adjustable. see full BMW 1-Series review |
| 2008 | 2dr Coupe 230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Sport seats are great see full BMW 1-Series review |
| 2009 BMW 1-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 2dr Convertible 230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Either young children for longer drives or most adults for trips below 30-40 miles each way. Just a "small car" (though with more rear-room that Lexus 250-350 4-door series!). see full BMW 1-Series review |
| 2008 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
Impractical for adults for anything but short runs see full BMW 1-Series review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Volkswagen Golf / GTI
| 2012 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 |
| 2011 | 2dr Hatch 170-horsepower 2.5L I5 5-speed manual FWD |
Seats actually fit your body and have proper bolstering, unlike most other seats in this price range which are more like shelves for oversized American behinds. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review |
| 2011 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Good leg room and supportive seats. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review |
| 2011 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Good leg room for a small car. Supportive seats. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review |
| 2011 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
I have MS, so comfortable seats are a must. This is the only car that I've been in where I could do a non-stop trip from Michigan to Washington DC in. No fatigue, no stopping for a stretch. It's that good, and VW throws in standard heated seats for the GTI. And they do mean "heated" seats, not "warmed" seats, not "take-the-edge-off" seats. Turn them on full and your bum will be roasting with in a few minutes. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review |
| 2011 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Firm, supportive seats. Not too hard. Should be excellent for long road trips. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review |
| 2011 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Firm, yet comfortable. Excellent lateral support in the turns. Excellent thigh support fro taller driver. Can sit for hours and still feel comfortable. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review |
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