Model Year | 2012 | 2013 | |
Model | Toyota Prius v | Volkswagen Golf / GTI | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,779 mm | 2,578 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,615 mm | 4,201 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,775 mm | 1,786 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,575 mm | 1,481 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,485 kg | 1,346 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 45 L | 55 L | -10 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,006 mm | 998 mm | -997 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,420 mm | 1,389 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,359 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,049 mm | 1,046 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 980 mm | 978 mm | 2 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,402 mm | 1,341 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,359 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 912 mm | 902 mm | 10 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,961 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,948 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 971 L | 425 L | 546 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,906 L | 1,303 L | 0 L |
2012 Toyota Prius v Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Wagon 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
I am just over 6 ft. and spouse at 5ft 4. The seat can be raised plus forward and back. It fit us both well. see full Toyota Prius v review |
2012 | 4dr Wagon 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
Comfortable rear seating. Very roomy. see full Toyota Prius v review |
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 |