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Lexus IS (2012) vs. Volkswagen Golf (2023) Specs

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2012 Lexus IS and 2023 Volkswagen Golf Specifications

Model Year 2012 2023  
Model Lexus IS Volkswagen Golf  
Engine 5.0L V8
DOHC-4v
416 hp@6600
371 lb-ft@5200
turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
315 hp@5900
280 lb-ft@1900
 
Transmission 8-speed shiftable automatic 7-speed automated manual  
Drivetrain RWD AWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,731 mm 2,631 mm 0 mm
Length 4,575 mm 4,288 mm 0 mm
Width 1,801 mm 1,788 mm 0 mm
Height 1,425 mm 1,463 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,715 kg 1,579 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 65 L 50 L 15 L
Headroom, Row 1 945 mm 978 mm -33 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,382 mm 1,420 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,374 mm 1,356 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,115 mm 1,046 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 932 mm 968 mm -36 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,339 mm 1,369 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,364 mm 1,176 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 777 mm 889 mm -112 mm
Total Legroom 1,892 mm (over 2 rows) 1,935 mm (over 2 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 368 L 564 L -196 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 13.0 977 L -964

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