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Volkswagen Golf / GTI (2013) vs. BMW X1 (2014) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2013 Volkswagen Golf / GTI and 2014 BMW X1 specs.

2013 Volkswagen Golf / GTI and 2014 BMW X1 Specifications

Model Year 2013 2014  
Model Volkswagen Golf / GTI BMW X1  
Engine turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
256 hp@4300
243 lb-ft@2400
turbocharged
3.0L I6
DOHC-4v
300 hp@5800
300 lb-ft@1300
 
Transmission 6-speed manual 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr Hatch 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 101.5 in 108.7 in -7.2 in
Length 165.4 in 176.5 in -11.1 in
Width 70.3 in 70.8 in -0.5 in
Height 58.3 in 60.8 in -2.5 in
Curb Weight 3326 lb. 3891 lb. -565 lb.
Fuel Capacity 14.5 gal. 16.6 gal. -2.1 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.3 in 41.3 in -2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 54.7 in 55.0 in -0.3 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.2 in 41.4 in -0.2 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.5 in 39.7 in -1.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 52.8 in 54.6 in -1.8 in
Legroom, Row 2 35.5 in 34.9 in 0.6 in
Total Legroom 76.7 in (over 2 rows) 76.3 in (over 2 rows) 0.4 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 15.0 ft3 14.8 ft3 0.2 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 46.0 ft3 47.7 ft3 -1.7 ft3

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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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 BMW X1

2014 BMW X1 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearComment
2013 BMW makes great sport seats, with support in the right places and power-adjustable side bolsters. This said, those in the X1 Sport Line feel less cushy, and so less overtly comfortable, than I recall from other BMWs. The Evoque's front buckets lack adjustable side bolsters, but feel more luxurious. While the BMW wins on support, the Land Rover wins on comfort. Another tie. Update: when I later had an Evoque for a week its seats felt less comfortable than they had during the dealer test drive. So I'm revising this rating in favor of the BMW. see full BMW X1 review
2014 BMW X1 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
The BMW X1's interior dimensions also closely resemble those of the previous-generation 3-Series. Up front, there's a little less space to stretch out than in the X3. But abundant headroom. About half of the X1's additional height is over one's head--you sit only a couple inches higher than in the 3-Series. This additional airspace also distinguishes the X1 from the allroad. Rear seat room could be more of an issue. As in the old 3 and the new allroad, a couple of average-sized adults will fit behind a couple more with perhaps an inch or two of clearance for their knees, while a third would be a squeeze. The seat back reclines, but the seat cushion is too low to provide good thigh support. The Evoque is similarly a less-than-ideal choice for four-plus adults taking a long trip. see full BMW X1 review
 

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