Mazda Mazda6 Mazda Mazda6 2017 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Volkswagen Golf / GTI 2012

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

Mazda Mazda6 (2017) vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2017 Mazda Mazda6 and 2012 Volkswagen Golf / GTI specs.

2017 Mazda Mazda6 and 2012 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Specifications

Model Year 2017 2012  
Model Mazda Mazda6 Volkswagen Golf / GTI  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 111.4 in 101.5 in 9.9 in
Length 191.5 in 165.4 in 26.1 in
Width 72.4 in 70.3 in 2.1 in
Height 57.1 in 58.3 in -1.2 in
Curb Weight 3179 lb. 2968 lb. 211 lb.
Fuel Capacity 16.4 gal. 14.5 gal. 1.9 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.4 in 39.3 in -0.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 57.1 in 54.7 in 2.4 in
Hip Room, Row 1 56.1 in 0.0 in 56.1 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.2 in 41.2 in 1 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.1 in 38.5 in -1.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 55.5 in 52.8 in 2.7 in
Hip Room, Row 2 56.1 in 0.0 in 56.1 in
Legroom, Row 2 38.7 in 35.5 in 3.2 in
Total Legroom 80.9 in (over 2 rows) 76.7 in (over 2 rows) 4.2 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 14.8 ft3 15.0 ft3 -0.2 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 14.8 ft3 46.0 ft3 -31.2 ft3

Return to top

TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2017 Mazda Mazda6

2017 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
The Mazda6 has one clear disadvantage compared to the Honda Accord: a much less roomy (if comfortable) rear seat. There are at least three more inches of knee room in the back seat of the Honda, a dramatic difference. Mazda redesigned the Mazda6's front seats for 2018, aiming to make them wider and more comfortable. I found them reasonably comfortable, but not exceptional. The side bolsters are on the small side for a car with some sporting pretensions. see full Mazda Mazda6 review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2017 Mazda Mazda6

2017 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2016 4dr Sedan 143-horsepower 2.0L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Why doesn't this vehicle have heated front seats (they only cost a tenner or so at manufacturing time) and why doesn't it have electric front seats with memory (it is particularly annoying to have to try and reset the seat after the garage has had the car and adjusted it to their liking)! Again electric front seats don;t really cost anything much to build in. see full Mazda Mazda6 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
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
 
See TrueDelta's information for all Sedans, Hatchbacks, and Wagons.
See TrueDelta's information for all Mazda models.