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2012 Mercedes-Benz M-Class and 2013 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Specifications
| Model Year | 2012 | 2013 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz M-Class | Volkswagen Golf / GTI | |
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| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 114.8 in | 101.5 in | 13.3 in |
| Length | 189.1 in | 165.4 in | 23.7 in |
| Width | 75.2 in | 70.3 in | 4.9 in |
| Height | 70.7 in | 58.3 in | 12.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 4751 lb. | 2968 lb. | 1783 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 24.6 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 10.1 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 39.3 in | -0.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.5 in | 54.7 in | 3.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 41.2 in | -0.9 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 38.5 in | 0 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.4 in | 52.8 in | 5.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.4 in | 35.5 in | 2.9 in |
| Total Legroom | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 76.7 in (over 2 rows) | 2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 36.2 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 | 21.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 71.0 ft3 | 46.0 ft3 | 25 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Mercedes-Benz M-Class
| 2012 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2013 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 240hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
No more back or leg pain on long trips. see full Mercedes-Benz M-Class review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Volkswagen Golf / GTI
| 2013 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 |
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