Model Year | 2013 | 2015 | |
Model | Volkswagen Golf / GTI | BMW 7-Series | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 Diesel DOHC-4v 140 hp@4000 236 lb-ft@1750 |
turbocharged 3.0L I6 Diesel DOHC-4v 255 hp@4000 413 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 101.5 in | 126.4 in | -24.9 in |
Length | 165.4 in | 205.3 in | -39.9 in |
Width | 70.3 in | 74.9 in | -4.6 in |
Height | 58.3 in | 58.7 in | -0.4 in |
Curb Weight | 2970 lb. | 4685 lb. | -1715 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 21.7 gal. | -7.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.3 in | 40.8 in | -1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 59.2 in | -4.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 41.2 in | 0 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 38.9 in | -0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.8 in | 57.6 in | -4.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.5 in | 44.3 in | -8.8 in |
Total Legroom | 76.7 in (over 2 rows) | 85.5 in (over 2 rows) | -8.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.0 ft3 | 17.7 ft3 | -2.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 46.0 ft3 | 17.7 ft3 | 28.3 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 BMW 7-Series.