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2013 Volkswagen Golf / GTI and 2012 BMW 5-Series Specifications
| Model Year | 2013 | 2012 | |
| Model | Volkswagen Golf / GTI | BMW 5-Series | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 256 hp@4300 243 lb-ft@2400 |
turbocharged 4.4L V8 DOHC-4v 400 hp@5500 450 lb-ft@1750 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 101.5 in | 116.9 in | -15.4 in |
| Length | 165.4 in | 193.1 in | -27.7 in |
| Width | 70.3 in | 73.2 in | -2.9 in |
| Height | 58.3 in | 57.6 in | 0.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 3326 lb. | 4519 lb. | -1193 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.3 in | 40.5 in | -1.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 58.3 in | -3.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 41.4 in | -0.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 38.3 in | 0.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.8 in | 56.2 in | -3.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.5 in | 36.1 in | -0.6 in |
| Total Legroom | 76.7 in (over 2 rows) | 77.5 in (over 2 rows) | -0.8 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.0 ft3 | 18.4 ft3 | -3.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 46.0 ft3 | 18.4 ft3 | 27.6 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 BMW 5-Series
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