Model Year | 2013 | 2013 | |
Model | Volkswagen Golf / GTI | BMW 5-Series Gran Turismo | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 256 hp@4300 243 lb-ft@2400 |
turbocharged 4.4L V8 DOHC-4v 445 hp@5500 480 lb-ft@2000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 101.5 in | 120.7 in | -19.2 in |
Length | 165.4 in | 196.8 in | -31.4 in |
Width | 70.3 in | 74.8 in | -4.5 in |
Height | 58.3 in | 61.4 in | -3.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3326 lb. | 5060 lb. | -1734 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.3 in | 41.4 in | -2.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 59.3 in | -4.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 40.6 in | 0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 39.0 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.8 in | 57.7 in | -4.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.5 in | 41.8 in | -6.3 in |
Total Legroom | 76.7 in (over 2 rows) | 82.4 in (over 2 rows) | -5.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.0 ft3 | 15.5 ft3 | -0.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 46.0 ft3 | 60.0 ft3 | -14 ft3 |
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 |
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