BMW 1-Series (2013) vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI (2018) Specs

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2013 BMW 1-Series and 2018 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Specifications

Model Year	2013	2018
Model	BMW 1-Series	Volkswagen Golf / GTI
Engine	turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5800 300 lb-ft@1300	turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 292 hp@5400 280 lb-ft@1800
Transmission	7-speed automated manual	7-speed automated manual
Drivetrain	RWD	AWD
Body	2dr Coupe	4dr Hatch
			Difference
Wheelbase	104.7 in	103.8 in	0.9 in
Length	172.2 in	167.6 in	4.6 in
Width	68.8 in	70.8 in	-2 in
Height	56.0 in	58.2 in	-2.2 in
Curb Weight	3439 lb.	3373 lb.	66 lb.
Fuel Capacity	14.0 gal.	13.2 gal.	0.8 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	37.9 in	38.4 in	-0.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	54.0 in	55.9 in	-1.9 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.4 in	41.2 in	0.2 in
Headroom, Row 2	37.1 in	38.1 in	-1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	53.4 in	53.9 in	-0.5 in
Legroom, Row 2	32.0 in	35.6 in	-3.6 in
Total Legroom	73.4 in (over 2 rows)	76.8 in (over 2 rows)	-3.4 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	10.0 ft³	17.4 ft³	-7.4 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	10.0 ft³	53.7 ft³	-43.7 ft³

2013 BMW 1-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Comment
2013	You simply can't find a much better driver seat for a combination of long-distance comfort and support during aggressive cornering than the one in the BMW 135is. The seat feels firm and substantial, but with enough padding that church pew metaphors will remain far from your mind. The side bolsters are power-adjustable, so they can be snug when you want them to be snug, but not otherwise. Neither of the other cars has adjustable bolsters, and the Z's are too widely spaced for my average build. The BMW's seats also felt the most comfortable to me. see full BMW 1-Series review

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