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2012 Subaru Forester and 2013 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Specifications
| Model Year | 2012 | 2013 | |
| Model | Subaru Forester | Volkswagen Golf / GTI | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 224 hp@5600 226 lb-ft@3600 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 256 hp@4300 243 lb-ft@2400 |
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| Transmission | 4-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 103.0 in | 101.5 in | 1.5 in |
| Length | 179.5 in | 165.4 in | 14.1 in |
| Width | 70.1 in | 70.3 in | -0.2 in |
| Height | 65.9 in | 58.3 in | 7.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 3440 lb. | 3326 lb. | 114 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 2.4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 39.3 in | 2.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.1 in | 54.7 in | 1.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 43.1 in | 41.2 in | 1.9 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 40.0 in | 38.5 in | 1.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.6 in | 52.8 in | 2.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 35.5 in | 2.5 in |
| Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 76.7 in (over 2 rows) | 4.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 33.5 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 | 18.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 68.3 ft3 | 46.0 ft3 | 22.3 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Subaru Forester
| 2012 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The rear seat room is generous. see full Subaru Forester 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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