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Volkswagen Golf / GTI (2012) vs. BMW Z4 (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2012 Volkswagen Golf / GTI and 2008 BMW Z4 specs.

2012 Volkswagen Golf / GTI and 2008 BMW Z4 Specifications

Model Year 2012 2008  
Model Volkswagen Golf / GTI BMW Z4  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 2dr Hatch 2dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,578 mm 2,494 mm 0 mm
Length 4,201 mm 4,112 mm 0 mm
Width 1,786 mm 1,781 mm 0 mm
Height 1,481 mm 1,267 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,346 kg 1,410 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 55 L 55 L 0 L
Headroom, Row 1 998 mm 947 mm 51 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,389 mm 1,334 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,046 mm 1,067 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 978 mm 0 mm 978 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,341 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Legroom, Row 2 902 mm 0 mm 902 mm
Total Legroom 1,948 mm (over 2 rows) 1,067 mm (over 1 row) 0 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 425 L 261 L 164 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 1,303 L 9.2 -8.2 L

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Volkswagen Golf / GTI

2012 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
2011 2dr Hatch 170-horsepower 2.5L I5
5-speed manual FWD
Seats actually fit your body and have proper bolstering, unlike most other seats in this price range which are more like shelves for oversized American behinds. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011 4dr Hatch turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel
6-speed automated manual FWD
Good leg room and supportive seats. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011 4dr Hatch turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel
6-speed automated manual FWD
Good leg room for a small car. Supportive seats. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011 2dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed manual FWD
I have MS, so comfortable seats are a must. This is the only car that I've been in where I could do a non-stop trip from Michigan to Washington DC in. No fatigue, no stopping for a stretch. It's that good, and VW throws in standard heated seats for the GTI. And they do mean "heated" seats, not "warmed" seats, not "take-the-edge-off" seats. Turn them on full and your bum will be roasting with in a few minutes. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011 4dr Hatch turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel
6-speed automated manual FWD
Firm, supportive seats. Not too hard. Should be excellent for long road trips. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD
Firm, yet comfortable. Excellent lateral support in the turns. Excellent thigh support fro taller driver. Can sit for hours and still feel comfortable. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 BMW Z4

2008 BMW Z4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 2dr Hatch 330-horsepower 3.2L I6
6-speed manual RWD
Adjustable thigh bolster and seat back bolsters offer great support and the Nappa leather is grippy to prevent sliding around. see full BMW Z4 review
2008 BMW Z4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 2dr Hardtop conv. 255-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
no back seats see full BMW Z4 review
2007 2dr Hatch 330-horsepower 3.2L I6
6-speed manual RWD
I would not recommend the car for EXTREMELY long road trips or the like. Comfort wise, if you used to something that is very plush or soft the car will feel too hard on badly paved roads. see full BMW Z4 review
2007 2dr Hatch 255-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed manual RWD
There is no rear seat. see full BMW Z4 review
2007 2dr Convertible 215-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
low roof line, long doors make entryb and exit difficult see full BMW Z4 review
 
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