Volkswagen Golf / GTI Volkswagen Golf / GTI 2013 BMW 3-Series BMW 3-Series 2020

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Volkswagen Golf / GTI (2013) vs. BMW 3-Series (2020) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2013 Volkswagen Golf / GTI and 2020 BMW 3-Series specs.

2013 Volkswagen Golf / GTI and 2020 BMW 3-Series Specifications

Model Year 2013 2020  
Model Volkswagen Golf / GTI BMW 3-Series  
Engine turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
256 hp@4300
243 lb-ft@2400
turbocharged
3.0L I6
DOHC-4v
382 hp@5800
369 lb-ft@1800
 
Transmission 6-speed manual 8-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr Hatch 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 101.5 in 112.2 in -10.7 in
Length 165.4 in 185.7 in -20.3 in
Width 70.3 in 71.9 in -1.6 in
Height 58.3 in 56.8 in 1.5 in
Curb Weight 3326 lb. 3968 lb. -642 lb.
Fuel Capacity 14.5 gal. 15.6 gal. -1.1 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.3 in 38.7 in 0.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 54.7 in 56.0 in -1.3 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.2 in 42.0 in -0.8 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.5 in 37.6 in 0.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 52.8 in 54.6 in -1.8 in
Legroom, Row 2 35.5 in 35.2 in 0.3 in
Total Legroom 76.7 in (over 2 rows) 77.2 in (over 2 rows) -0.5 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 15.0 ft3 16.9 ft3 -1.9 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 46.0 ft3 16.9 ft3 29.1 ft3

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2013 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
 

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