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2012 BMW 3-Series and 2023 Volkswagen Golf Specifications
| Model Year | 2012 | 2023 | |
| Model | BMW 3-Series | Volkswagen Golf | |
| Engine | 4.0L V8 DOHC-4v 414 hp@8300 295 lb-ft@3900 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 315 hp@5900 280 lb-ft@1900 |
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| Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 7-speed automated manual | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,761 mm | 2,631 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,526 mm | 4,288 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,816 mm | 1,788 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,417 mm | 1,463 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,730 kg | 1,579 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 60 L | 50 L | 10 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 950 mm | 978 mm | -28 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,407 mm | 1,420 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,356 mm | -1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,054 mm | 1,046 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 965 mm | 968 mm | -3 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,400 mm | 1,369 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,176 mm | -1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 879 mm | 889 mm | -10 mm |
| Total Legroom | 1,933 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,935 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 702 L | 564 L | 138 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,642 L | 977 L | -976 L |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 BMW 3-Series
| 2012 BMW 3-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Comment | |
| 2012 | Another surprising strength for the new BMW 3-Series. There's more room in back than in competing cars, and the seat is comfortably positioned and shaped. see full BMW 3-Series review | |
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