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2012 Volkswagen Golf / GTI and 2012 Ford Flex Specifications
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | |
| Model | Volkswagen Golf / GTI | Ford Flex | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 256 hp@4300 243 lb-ft@2400 |
turbocharged 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 355 hp@5500 350 lb-ft@1500 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,578 mm | 2,995 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,201 mm | 5,138 mm | -1 mm |
| Width | 1,786 mm | 1,928 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,481 mm | 1,717 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,509 kg | 2,195 kg | -1 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 55 L | 73 L | -18 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 998 mm | 1,062 mm | 997 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,389 mm | 1,483 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,407 mm | -1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,046 mm | 1,036 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 978 mm | 1,029 mm | 977 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,341 mm | 1,450 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,397 mm | -1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 902 mm | 1,125 mm | 901 mm |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 983 mm | -983 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,290 mm | -1 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,044 mm | -1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 848 mm | -848 mm |
| Total Legroom | 1,948 mm (over 2 rows) | 3,010 mm (over 3 rows) | -2 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 425 L | 549 L | -124 L |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.0 | 1,274 L | 14 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,303 L | 2,455 L | -1 L |
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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Ford Flex
| 2012 Ford Flex Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 355hp 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The seating throughout the vehicle is extremely roomy. Adults can fit comfortably in both the second and third row seats. The driver and passenger seats are also extremely comfortable. see full Ford Flex review |
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