Volkswagen Golf / GTI (2012) vs. Chevrolet Cruze (2014) Specs

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2012 Volkswagen Golf / GTI and 2014 Chevrolet Cruze Specifications

Model Year	2012	2014
Model	Volkswagen Golf / GTI	Chevrolet Cruze
Engine	turbocharged 2.0L I4 Diesel DOHC-4v 140 hp@4000 236 lb-ft@1750	turbocharged 2.0L I4 Diesel DOHC-4v 151 hp@4000 264 lb-ft@2600
Transmission	6-speed automated manual	6-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD
Body	4dr Hatch	4dr Sedan
			Difference
Wheelbase	101.5 in	105.7 in	-4.2 in
Length	165.4 in	181.0 in	-15.6 in
Width	70.3 in	70.7 in	-0.4 in
Height	58.3 in	58.1 in	0.2 in
Curb Weight	3025 lb.	3475 lb.	-450 lb.
Fuel Capacity	14.5 gal.	15.6 gal.	-1.1 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	39.3 in	39.3 in	0 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	54.7 in	54.8 in	-0.1 in
Hip Room, Row 1	0.0 in	53.0 in	-53 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.2 in	42.3 in	-1.1 in
Headroom, Row 2	38.5 in	37.9 in	0.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	52.8 in	53.9 in	-1.1 in
Hip Room, Row 2	0.0 in	52.4 in	-52.4 in
Legroom, Row 2	35.5 in	35.4 in	0.1 in
Total Legroom	76.7 in (over 2 rows)	77.7 in (over 2 rows)	-1 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	15.0 ft³	15.0 ft³	0 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	46.0 ft³	15.0 ft³	31 ft³

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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
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
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

TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Chevrolet Cruze

2014 Chevrolet Cruze Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Comment
	The Cruze's rear seat is among the tightest in a compact sedan, and the diesel engine doesn't affect this. Though rear seat headroom is abundant, adults will feel a bit cramped even behind a driver of average height. The Jetta's rear seat has a little less headroom but far more legroom. So the best option depends on whether your rear seat passengers have long legs or long torsos. see full Chevrolet Cruze review

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Chevrolet Cruze

2014 Chevrolet Cruze Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2013	4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 1.8L I4 6-speed manual FWD	Rear seat legroom is a bit tight with the front seats fully back. see full Chevrolet Cruze review

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