Hyundai Veloster (2016) vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI (2012) Specs

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2016 Hyundai Veloster and 2012 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Specifications

Model Year	2016	2012
Model	Hyundai Veloster	Volkswagen Golf / GTI
Engine	turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1750	turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 256 hp@4300 243 lb-ft@2400
Transmission	7-speed automated manual	6-speed manual
Drivetrain	FWD	AWD
Body	Hatch	4dr Hatch
			Difference
Wheelbase	104.3 in	101.5 in	2.8 in
Length	166.1 in	165.4 in	0.7 in
Width	70.5 in	70.3 in	0.2 in
Height	55.1 in	58.3 in	-3.2 in
Curb Weight	2943 lb.	3326 lb.	-383 lb.
Fuel Capacity	13.2 gal.	14.5 gal.	-1.3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	39.0 in	39.3 in	-0.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	55.6 in	54.7 in	0.9 in
Hip Room, Row 1	53.2 in	0.0 in	53.2 in
Legroom, Row 1	43.9 in	41.2 in	2.7 in
Headroom, Row 2	35.3 in	38.5 in	-3.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	54.0 in	52.8 in	1.2 in
Hip Room, Row 2	52.6 in	0.0 in	52.6 in
Legroom, Row 2	31.7 in	35.5 in	-3.8 in
Total Legroom	75.6 in (over 2 rows)	76.7 in (over 2 rows)	-1.1 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	15.5 ft³	15.0 ft³	0.5 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	34.7 ft³	46.0 ft³	-11.3 ft³

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2016 Hyundai Veloster

2016 Hyundai Veloster Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2015	3dr Hatch 132-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD	The Veloster is setup like a sports car - stiff suspension, low riding height, and sport seats designed to keep you in place. What this car is not is comfortable. At all. There is almost no back support, and little coushining. On a long trip, it will be PAIN. On roads trampled on by dinosaurs, it will be PAIN. The interior accents also get in the way of resting your legs on anything, so you have to just deal with the space provided, which isn't much. This car is just big enough, and not a milimeter more. see full Hyundai Veloster 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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