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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 | 2,616 mm | 2,578 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,559 mm | 4,201 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,781 mm | 1,786 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,674 mm | 1,481 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,560 kg | 1,509 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 64 L | 55 L | 9 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,057 mm | 998 mm | -997 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,425 mm | 1,389 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,095 mm | 1,046 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 1,016 mm | 978 mm | -977 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,412 mm | 1,341 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 965 mm | 902 mm | 63 mm |
| Total Legroom | 2,060 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,948 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 949 L | 425 L | 524 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,934 L | 1,303 L | 0 L |
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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