Fiat 500 (2015) vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI (2012) Specs

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2015 Fiat 500 and 2012 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Specifications

Model Year	2015	2012
Model	Fiat 500	Volkswagen Golf / GTI
Engine
Transmission
Drivetrain
Body	2dr Hatch	2dr Hatch
			Difference
Wheelbase	90.6 in	101.5 in	-10.9 in
Length	139.6 in	165.4 in	-25.8 in
Width	64.1 in	70.3 in	-6.2 in
Height	59.8 in	58.3 in	1.5 in
Curb Weight	2366 lb.	2968 lb.	-602 lb.
Fuel Capacity	10.5 gal.	14.5 gal.	-4 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	38.9 in	39.3 in	-0.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	49.4 in	54.7 in	-5.3 in
Hip Room, Row 1	47.9 in	0.0 in	47.9 in
Legroom, Row 1	40.7 in	41.2 in	-0.5 in
Headroom, Row 2	35.6 in	38.5 in	-2.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	46.4 in	52.8 in	-6.4 in
Hip Room, Row 2	42.6 in	0.0 in	42.6 in
Legroom, Row 2	31.7 in	35.5 in	-3.8 in
Total Legroom	72.4 in (over 2 rows)	76.7 in (over 2 rows)	-4.3 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	9.5 ft³	15.0 ft³	-5.5 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	30.1 ft³	46.0 ft³	-15.9 ft³

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2015 Fiat 500

2015 Fiat 500 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2015	2dr Hatch turbocharged 160hp 1.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD	Rear seating is very cramped, and the ease of entry/exit is poor. Think of the rear seats as emergency seating- like a Porsche 911, and you get the idea. No one will want to travel across town in the rear seats. Forget a road trip entirely. see full Fiat 500 review
2015	2dr Hatch 101-horsepower 1.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD	Roomy in front but narrow. With two people in front you're bound to rub shoulders or arms when using the arm rests. see full Fiat 500 review
2015	2dr Hatch 101-horsepower 1.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD	I would not put anyone on the rear seats. Maybe very short people for short distances. see full Fiat 500 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
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

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