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Volkswagen Golf (2023) vs. BMW 3-Series (2012) Specs

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2023 Volkswagen Golf and 2012 BMW 3-Series Specifications

Model Year 2023 2012  
Model Volkswagen Golf BMW 3-Series  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Hatch 4dr Wagon  
      Difference
Wheelbase 103.6 in 108.7 in -5.1 in
Length 168.8 in 178.2 in -9.4 in
Width 70.4 in 71.5 in -1.1 in
Height 57.6 in 55.8 in 1.8 in
Curb Weight 3113 lb. 3462 lb. -349 lb.
Fuel Capacity 13.2 gal. 15.9 gal. -2.7 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.5 in 37.4 in 1.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 55.9 in 55.4 in 0.5 in
Hip Room, Row 1 53.4 in 0.0 in 53.4 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.2 in 41.5 in -0.3 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.1 in 38.0 in 0.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 53.9 in 55.1 in -1.2 in
Hip Room, Row 2 46.3 in 0.0 in 46.3 in
Legroom, Row 2 35.0 in 34.6 in 0.4 in
Total Legroom 76.2 in (over 2 rows) 76.1 in (over 2 rows) 0.1 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 19.9 ft3 24.8 ft3 -4.9 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 34.5 ft3 58.0 ft3 -23.5 ft3

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2012 BMW 3-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearComment
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
 

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