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2011 Mini Hardtop and 2012 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Specifications
| Model Year | 2011 | 2012 | |
| Model | Mini Hardtop | Volkswagen Golf / GTI | |
| Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 208 hp@6000 192 lb-ft@1850 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 256 hp@4300 243 lb-ft@2400 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed manual | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
| Body | 2dr Hatch | 2dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 97.1 in | 101.5 in | -4.4 in |
| Length | 145.6 in | 165.4 in | -19.8 in |
| Width | 66.3 in | 70.3 in | -4 in |
| Height | 55.4 in | 58.3 in | -2.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 2668 lb. | 3326 lb. | -658 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 10.6 gal. | 14.5 gal. | -3.9 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 39.3 in | -0.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 50.3 in | 54.7 in | -4.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 41.2 in | 0.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 38.5 in | -0.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 44.7 in | 52.8 in | -8.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 29.9 in | 35.5 in | -5.6 in |
| Total Legroom | 71.3 in (over 2 rows) | 76.7 in (over 2 rows) | -5.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 5.7 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 | -9.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 24.0 ft3 | 46.0 ft3 | -22 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Mini Hardtop
| 2011 Mini Hardtop Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 2dr Hatch 121-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Rear seat room is extremely limited but it's a Mini...not a mini van! see full Mini Hardtop review |
| 2012 | 2dr Hatch 121-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
We're tall and have room to spare. see full Mini Hardtop review |
| 2011 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 181hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Small children, petite women and Hobbits may sit in the back on short trips. Otherwise, forget it. It's a MINI! see full Mini Hardtop 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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