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Honda Civic (2015) vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2015 Honda Civic and 2012 Volkswagen Golf / GTI specs.

2015 Honda Civic and 2012 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Specifications

Model Year 2015 2012  
Model Honda Civic Volkswagen Golf / GTI  
Engine 2.4L I4
DOHC-4v
205 hp@7000
174 lb-ft@4400
turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
256 hp@4300
243 lb-ft@2400
 
Transmission 6-speed manual 6-speed manual  
Drivetrain FWD AWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,670 mm 2,578 mm 0 mm
Length 4,557 mm 4,201 mm 0 mm
Width 1,753 mm 1,786 mm 0 mm
Height 1,435 mm 1,481 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,362 kg 1,509 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 50 L 55 L -5 L
Headroom, Row 1 991 mm 998 mm -7 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,438 mm 1,389 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,283 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,067 mm 1,046 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 942 mm 978 mm -36 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,354 mm 1,341 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,306 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Legroom, Row 2 919 mm 902 mm 17 mm
Total Legroom 1,986 mm (over 2 rows) 1,948 mm (over 2 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 354 L 425 L -71 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 12.5 1,303 L 11.5

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2015 Honda Civic

2015 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearComment
2016 From the driver seat the new Honda Civic feels especially roomy. Appearances aren't deceiving: the car has an inch or two more front shoulder room than most other small sedans, and about as much as you'll find in some midsize sedans. On paper the Mazda3 has as much shoulder room, but it feels narrower. Some competitors feel much narrower. In comparison, the new Civic's driving position seems like that of a midsize car. In terms of specs, the Civic's rear seat is also roomier than most others. Owing to a somewhat low cushion and scant toe room beneath the front seats, though, I found it less comfortable than some others. The Elantra isn't among these others. Its rear seat cushion is also too close to the floor to provide thigh support, plus its rear seat back is reclined too much for my taste. Even so, rear headroom is limited. The new Civic's trunk can also hold more than the class average. see full Honda Civic review
2015 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
Unlike in the Hyundai and Mazda, in the new Honda Civic the lumbar bulge cannot be adjusted. I didn't mind the Touring's front seats. Perhaps my spine was unusually flexible the day I drove it. Or perhaps the cloth seats are slightly different. Whatever the reason, for my upright build the Civic EX's lumbar bulge and headrest both jut too far forward. If your body shape differs from mine, your impressions of the seats might as well. But for years I've heard more complaints about Honda's seats than others. Try extensively before you buy. see full Honda Civic review
 

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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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