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BMW 1-Series (2013) vs. Volkswagen Jetta (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2013 BMW 1-Series and 2012 Volkswagen Jetta specs.

2013 BMW 1-Series and 2012 Volkswagen Jetta Specifications

Model Year 2013 2012  
Model BMW 1-Series Volkswagen Jetta  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 2dr Coupe 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 104.7 in 104.4 in 0.3 in
Length 172.2 in 182.2 in -10 in
Width 68.8 in 70.0 in -1.2 in
Height 56.0 in 57.2 in -1.2 in
Curb Weight 3208 lb. 2804 lb. 404 lb.
Fuel Capacity 14.0 gal. 14.5 gal. -0.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 37.9 in 38.2 in -0.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 54.0 in 55.2 in -1.2 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.4 in 41.2 in 0.2 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.1 in 37.1 in 0 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 53.4 in 53.6 in -0.2 in
Legroom, Row 2 32.0 in 38.1 in -6.1 in
Total Legroom 73.4 in (over 2 rows) 79.3 in (over 2 rows) -5.9 in
Cargo Volume 10.0 ft3 15.5 ft3 -5.5 ft3

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 BMW 1-Series

2013 BMW 1-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearComment
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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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Volkswagen Jetta

2012 Volkswagen Jetta Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearComment
2013 The Jetta is a little longer than the ILX (182 vs. 179 inches), and all of the additional inches appear to have gone into the rear seat. While the average adult will barely fit into the back seat of the Acura (those over 5-9 will be on close terms with the headliner), the Jetta has significantly more rear headroom and more rear legroom than the average midsize sedan, much less the average compact. If you like a roomy rear seat, you'll love the Jetta. Room is one thing, comfort another. The rear seat feels overly hard, and neither the cushion nor the backrest was set at a comfortable angle for me. Clearly some German engineer found these angles optimal, though. So maybe it's just me. see full Volkswagen Jetta review
 

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2012 Volkswagen Jetta Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr Sedan 115-horsepower 2.0L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 While the Jetta is extremely roomy and comfortable, the center console is slightly too close and can interfere with the driver's right knee and calf. see full Volkswagen Jetta review
 
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