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Volkswagen Golf / GTI (2020) vs. BMW 5-Series (2012) Specs

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2020 Volkswagen Golf / GTI and 2012 BMW 5-Series Specifications

Model Year 2020 2012  
Model Volkswagen Golf / GTI BMW 5-Series  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Hatch 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 103.8 in 116.9 in -13.1 in
Length 167.6 in 193.1 in -25.5 in
Width 70.8 in 73.2 in -2.4 in
Height 58.2 in 57.6 in 0.6 in
Curb Weight 2873 lb. 3814 lb. -941 lb.
Fuel Capacity 13.2 gal. 18.5 gal. -5.3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.4 in 40.5 in -2.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 55.9 in 58.3 in -2.4 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.2 in 41.4 in -0.2 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.1 in 38.3 in -0.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 53.9 in 56.2 in -2.3 in
Legroom, Row 2 35.6 in 36.1 in -0.5 in
Total Legroom 76.8 in (over 2 rows) 77.5 in (over 2 rows) -0.7 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 17.4 ft3 18.4 ft3 -1 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 53.7 ft3 18.4 ft3 35.3 ft3

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