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2011 BMW 5-Series and 2013 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Specifications
| Model Year | 2011 | 2013 | |
| Model | BMW 5-Series | Volkswagen Golf / GTI | |
| Engine | turbocharged 4.4L V8 DOHC-4v 298 kW@5500 610 Nm@1750 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 188 kW@4300 329 Nm@2400 |
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| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,969 mm | 2,578 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,905 mm | 4,201 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,859 mm | 1,786 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,463 mm | 1,481 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 2,050 kg | 1,509 kg | 1 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 70 L | 55 L | 15 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,029 mm | 998 mm | -997 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,481 mm | 1,389 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,052 mm | 1,046 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 973 mm | 978 mm | -5 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,427 mm | 1,341 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 917 mm | 902 mm | 15 mm |
| Total Legroom | 1,969 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,948 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 521 L | 425 L | 96 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 18.4 | 1,303 L | 17.4 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 BMW 5-Series
| 2011 BMW 5-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
All I need. see full BMW 5-Series review |
| 2011 BMW 5-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
People 5 foot 3 and above cannot sit comfortably in the back seat on long trips. see full BMW 5-Series review |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Almost limo sized with very comfortable shaping. see full BMW 5-Series review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Volkswagen Golf / GTI
| 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 |
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