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Volkswagen Golf / GTI (2012) vs. BMW 3-Series (2018) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2012 Volkswagen Golf / GTI and 2018 BMW 3-Series specs.

2012 Volkswagen Golf / GTI and 2018 BMW 3-Series Specifications

Model Year 2012 2018  
Model Volkswagen Golf / GTI BMW 3-Series  
Engine turbocharged
2.0L I4 Diesel
DOHC-4v
140 hp@4000
236 lb-ft@1750
turbocharged
2.0L I4 Diesel
DOHC-4v
180 hp@4000
280 lb-ft@1750
 
Transmission 6-speed automated manual 8-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD RWD  
Body 4dr Hatch 4dr Wagon  
      Difference
Wheelbase 101.5 in 110.6 in -9.1 in
Length 165.4 in 182.0 in -16.6 in
Width 70.3 in 71.3 in -1 in
Height 58.3 in 56.3 in 2 in
Curb Weight 3025 lb. 3671 lb. -646 lb.
Fuel Capacity 14.5 gal. 15.8 gal. -1.3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.3 in 40.4 in -1.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 54.7 in 55.1 in -0.4 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.2 in 42.0 in -0.8 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.5 in 38.3 in 0.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 52.8 in 55.1 in -2.3 in
Legroom, Row 2 35.5 in 35.0 in 0.5 in
Total Legroom 76.7 in (over 2 rows) 77 in (over 2 rows) -0.3 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 15.0 ft3 17.5 ft3 -2.5 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 46.0 ft3 53.0 ft3 -7 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Volkswagen Golf / GTI

2012 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
2011 2dr Hatch 170-horsepower 2.5L I5
5-speed manual FWD
Seats actually fit your body and have proper bolstering, unlike most other seats in this price range which are more like shelves for oversized American behinds. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011 4dr Hatch turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel
6-speed automated manual FWD
Good leg room and supportive seats. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011 4dr Hatch turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel
6-speed automated manual FWD
Good leg room for a small car. Supportive seats. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011 2dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed manual FWD
I have MS, so comfortable seats are a must. This is the only car that I've been in where I could do a non-stop trip from Michigan to Washington DC in. No fatigue, no stopping for a stretch. It's that good, and VW throws in standard heated seats for the GTI. And they do mean "heated" seats, not "warmed" seats, not "take-the-edge-off" seats. Turn them on full and your bum will be roasting with in a few minutes. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011 4dr Hatch turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel
6-speed automated manual FWD
Firm, supportive seats. Not too hard. Should be excellent for long road trips. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD
Firm, yet comfortable. Excellent lateral support in the turns. Excellent thigh support fro taller driver. Can sit for hours and still feel comfortable. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
 

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