Mini Hardtop (2013) vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI (2013) Specs

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2013 Mini Hardtop and 2013 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Specifications

Model Year	2013	2013
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
Transmission	6-speed shiftable automatic	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	2723 lb.	3326 lb.	-603 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

2013 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

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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