Model Year | 2018 | 2012 | |
Model | Volkswagen Golf / GTI | Ford Flex | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 292 hp@5400 280 lb-ft@1800 |
turbocharged 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 355 hp@5500 350 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.5 in | 117.9 in | -14.4 in |
Length | 179.8 in | 202.3 in | -22.5 in |
Width | 70.8 in | 75.9 in | -5.1 in |
Height | 58.3 in | 67.6 in | -9.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3481 lb. | 4839 lb. | -1358 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 19.2 gal. | -6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.6 in | 41.8 in | -3.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 58.4 in | -2.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.4 in | -55.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 40.8 in | 0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.6 in | 40.5 in | -1.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 57.1 in | -3.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 55.0 in | -55 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 44.3 in | -8.7 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.7 in | -38.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.8 in | -50.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 41.1 in | -41.1 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 33.4 in | -33.4 in |
Total Legroom | 76.8 in (over 2 rows) | 118.5 in (over 3 rows) | -41.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 30.4 ft3 | 19.4 ft3 | 11 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 30.4 | 45.0 ft3 | -14.6 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 66.5 ft3 | 86.7 ft3 | -20.2 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Volkswagen Golf / GTI.
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 |