Model Year | 2015 | 2012 | |
Model | Buick Regal | Volkswagen Golf / GTI | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 259 hp@5500 295 lb-ft@3000 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 256 hp@4300 243 lb-ft@2400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,738 mm | 2,578 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,831 mm | 4,201 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,857 mm | 1,786 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,483 mm | 1,481 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,805 kg | 1,509 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 68 L | 55 L | 13 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 986 mm | 998 mm | -12 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,440 mm | 1,389 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,407 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,069 mm | 1,046 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 935 mm | 978 mm | -43 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,382 mm | 1,341 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,328 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 947 mm | 902 mm | 45 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,017 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,948 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 402 L | 425 L | -23 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.2 | 1,303 L | 13.2 |
2015 Buick Regal Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
Both the Regal and 200 have much less rear seat room than the average midsize sedan. Adults up to about six feet in height will fit, but with little room to spare. see full Buick Regal review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Buick Regal.
2012 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 |
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 |