Model Year | 2013 | 2014 | |
Model | Volkswagen Golf / GTI | Acura RLX | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 256 hp@4300 243 lb-ft@2400 |
3.5L V6 OHC-4v 310 hp@6500 272 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 101.5 in | 112.2 in | -10.7 in |
Length | 165.4 in | 196.1 in | -30.7 in |
Width | 70.3 in | 74.4 in | -4.1 in |
Height | 58.3 in | 57.7 in | 0.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3326 lb. | 3933 lb. | -607 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.3 in | 37.6 in | 1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 59.6 in | -4.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.9 in | -55.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 42.3 in | -1.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 36.9 in | 1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.8 in | 57.0 in | -4.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 54.5 in | -54.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.5 in | 38.8 in | -3.3 in |
Total Legroom | 76.7 in (over 2 rows) | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | -4.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.0 ft3 | 15.3 ft3 | -0.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 46.0 ft3 | 15.3 ft3 | 30.7 ft3 |
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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 Acura RLX.