Volkswagen Golf / GTI (2013) vs. BMW 3-Series (2012) Specs

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2013 Volkswagen Golf / GTI and 2012 BMW 3-Series Specifications

Model Year	2013	2012
Model	Volkswagen Golf / GTI	BMW 3-Series
Engine
Transmission
Drivetrain
Body	4dr Hatch	4dr Wagon
			Difference
Wheelbase	101.5 in	108.7 in	-7.2 in
Length	165.4 in	178.2 in	-12.8 in
Width	70.3 in	71.5 in	-1.2 in
Height	58.3 in	55.8 in	2.5 in
Curb Weight	2968 lb.	3462 lb.	-494 lb.
Fuel Capacity	14.5 gal.	15.9 gal.	-1.4 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	39.3 in	37.4 in	1.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	54.7 in	55.4 in	-0.7 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.2 in	41.5 in	-0.3 in
Headroom, Row 2	38.5 in	38.0 in	0.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	52.8 in	55.1 in	-2.3 in
Legroom, Row 2	35.5 in	34.6 in	0.9 in
Total Legroom	76.7 in (over 2 rows)	76.1 in (over 2 rows)	0.6 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	15.0 ft³	24.8 ft³	-9.8 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	46.0 ft³	58.0 ft³	-12 ft³

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Volkswagen Golf / GTI

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

TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 BMW 3-Series

2012 BMW 3-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Comment
2012	Another surprising strength for the new BMW 3-Series. There's more room in back than in competing cars, and the seat is comfortably positioned and shaped. see full BMW 3-Series review

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 BMW 3-Series

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