Model Year | 2013 | 2015 | |
Model | Volkswagen Golf / GTI | BMW 2-Series | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 256 hp@4300 243 lb-ft@2400 |
turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 320 hp@5800 330 lb-ft@1400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 2dr Hatch | 2dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,578 mm | 2,690 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,201 mm | 4,437 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,786 mm | 1,773 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,481 mm | 1,417 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,509 kg | 1,676 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 55 L | 52 L | 3 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 998 mm | 1,019 mm | 997 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,389 mm | 1,382 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,046 mm | 1,054 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 978 mm | 927 mm | 51 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,341 mm | 1,356 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 902 mm | 838 mm | 64 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,948 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,892 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 425 L | 391 L | 34 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,303 L | 13.8 | -12.8 L |
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 |
2015 BMW 2-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 320hp 3.0L I6 8-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The driving position feels natural. Buttons and dials are easily accessible, and everything's adjustable if you need to. After a few-hour drive down highway 1, I noticed that my back didn't hurt like it does on most other cars. The seats aren't that soft to the touch, and are quite supportive in cornering, but they are very well-sculpted. Who knew a congenital back defect could be so useful in car evaluation? see full BMW 2-Series review |