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Subaru Forester (2012) vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI (2018) Specs

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2012 Subaru Forester and 2018 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Specifications

Model Year 2012 2018  
Model Subaru Forester Volkswagen Golf / GTI  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Wagon  
      Difference
Wheelbase 103.0 in 103.5 in -0.5 in
Length 179.5 in 179.8 in -0.3 in
Width 70.1 in 70.8 in -0.7 in
Height 65.9 in 58.3 in 7.6 in
Curb Weight 3250 lb. 3053 lb. 197 lb.
Fuel Capacity 16.9 gal. 13.2 gal. 3.7 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 41.6 in 38.6 in 3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 56.1 in 55.9 in 0.2 in
Legroom, Row 1 43.1 in 41.2 in 1.9 in
Headroom, Row 2 40.0 in 38.6 in 1.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 55.6 in 53.9 in 1.7 in
Legroom, Row 2 38.0 in 35.6 in 2.4 in
Total Legroom 81.1 in (over 2 rows) 76.8 in (over 2 rows) 4.3 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 33.5 ft3 30.4 ft3 3.1 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 68.3 ft3 66.5 ft3 1.8 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Subaru Forester

2012 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
The rear seat room is generous. see full Subaru Forester review
 

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