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Buick Regal (2012) vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2012 Buick Regal and 2012 Volkswagen Golf / GTI specs.

2012 Buick Regal and 2012 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Specifications

Model Year 2012 2012  
Model Buick Regal Volkswagen Golf / GTI  
Engine turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
270 hp@5300
295 lb-ft@2500
turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
256 hp@4300
243 lb-ft@2400
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed manual  
Drivetrain FWD AWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 107.8 in 101.5 in 6.3 in
Length 190.2 in 165.4 in 24.8 in
Width 73.1 in 70.3 in 2.8 in
Height 58.4 in 58.3 in 0.1 in
Curb Weight 3710 lb. 3326 lb. 384 lb.
Fuel Capacity 18.0 gal. 14.5 gal. 3.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.8 in 39.3 in -0.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 56.7 in 54.7 in 2 in
Hip Room, Row 1 55.4 in 0.0 in 55.4 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.1 in 41.2 in 0.9 in
Headroom, Row 2 36.8 in 38.5 in -1.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 54.4 in 52.8 in 1.6 in
Hip Room, Row 2 52.3 in 0.0 in 52.3 in
Legroom, Row 2 37.3 in 35.5 in 1.8 in
Total Legroom 79.4 in (over 2 rows) 76.7 in (over 2 rows) 2.7 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 14.2 ft3 15.0 ft3 -0.8 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 14.2 ft3 46.0 ft3 -31.8 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Buick Regal

2012 Buick Regal Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr Sedan turbocharged 270hp 2.0L I4
6-speed manual FWD
Major seven hour trip in total comfort for both of us. Not one ache or pain or "I gotta get out of this car" see full Buick Regal review
2012 Buick Regal Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr Sedan turbocharged 270hp 2.0L I4
6-speed manual FWD
Since the car came from Opel (EU), it is naturally made for smaller fold. The rear is comfortable, just a little lacking in legroom at times. see full Buick Regal 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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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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