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Nissan JUKE (2014) vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2014 Nissan JUKE and 2012 Volkswagen Golf / GTI specs.

2014 Nissan JUKE and 2012 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Specifications

Model Year 2014 2012  
Model Nissan JUKE Volkswagen Golf / GTI  
Engine turbocharged
1.6L I4
DOHC-4v
215 hp@6000
210 lb-ft@3600
turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
256 hp@4300
243 lb-ft@2400
 
Transmission 6-speed manual 6-speed manual  
Drivetrain FWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 99.6 in 101.5 in -1.9 in
Length 162.4 in 165.4 in -3 in
Width 69.5 in 70.3 in -0.8 in
Height 61.8 in 58.3 in 3.5 in
Curb Weight 2884 lb. 3326 lb. -442 lb.
Fuel Capacity 12.1 gal. 14.5 gal. -2.4 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.6 in 39.3 in -0.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 53.6 in 54.7 in -1.1 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.1 in 41.2 in 0.9 in
Headroom, Row 2 36.7 in 38.5 in -1.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 51.4 in 52.8 in -1.4 in
Legroom, Row 2 32.1 in 35.5 in -3.4 in
Total Legroom 74.2 in (over 2 rows) 76.7 in (over 2 rows) -2.5 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 8.9 ft3 15.0 ft3 -6.1 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 29.3 ft3 46.0 ft3 -16.7 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Nissan JUKE

2014 Nissan JUKE Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2013 4dr SUV turbocharged 188hp 1.6L I4
6-speed shiftable CVT AWD
Plenty of room in the front. see full Nissan JUKE 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
 
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