Mini Hardtop (2014) vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI (2012) Specs

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2014 Mini Hardtop and 2012 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Specifications

Model Year	2014	2012
Model	Mini Hardtop	Volkswagen Golf / GTI
Engine	turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 189 hp@4700 207 lb-ft@1250	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	98.2 in	101.5 in	-3.3 in
Length	151.1 in	165.4 in	-14.3 in
Width	68.0 in	70.3 in	-2.3 in
Height	55.7 in	58.3 in	-2.6 in
Curb Weight	2795 lb.	3326 lb.	-531 lb.
Fuel Capacity	10.6 gal.	14.5 gal.	-3.9 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	40.3 in	39.3 in	1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	50.6 in	54.7 in	-4.1 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.4 in	41.2 in	0.2 in
Headroom, Row 2	36.9 in	38.5 in	-1.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	47.8 in	52.8 in	-5 in
Legroom, Row 2	30.8 in	35.5 in	-4.7 in
Total Legroom	72.2 in (over 2 rows)	76.7 in (over 2 rows)	-4.5 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	8.7 ft³	15.0 ft³	-6.3 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	34.0 ft³	46.0 ft³	-12 ft³

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Mini Hardtop

2014 Mini Hardtop Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Comment
	The 4 Door has 1.5 inches more rear legroom than the regular Hardtop, but 32.3 inches still isn't much. At 5-9, I can squeeze behind myself with perhaps an inch between my knees and the carved-out front seatbacks. Rear headroom is relatively abundant even though the seat cushion is mounted a comfortable height off the floor. The rear doors, though an improvement over the Clubman's single rear-hinged half-door, are still small and don't open wide. A Ford Fiesta ST might be at least as tight in the back seat, but the GTI, with 35.6 inches of rear legroom, is far roomier and easier to get into and out of. see full Mini Hardtop review

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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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