Model Year | 2012 | 2018 | |
Model | Volkswagen Golf / GTI | Kia Sorento | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 256 hp@4300 243 lb-ft@2400 |
3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 290 hp@6400 252 lb-ft@5300 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 101.5 in | 109.4 in | -7.9 in |
Length | 165.4 in | 187.4 in | -22 in |
Width | 70.3 in | 74.4 in | -4.1 in |
Height | 58.3 in | 66.3 in | -8 in |
Curb Weight | 3326 lb. | 4101 lb. | -775 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 18.8 gal. | -4.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.3 in | 39.5 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 59.1 in | -4.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 56.7 in | -56.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 41.2 in | 0 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 39.3 in | -0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.8 in | 58.0 in | -5.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 56.4 in | -56.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.5 in | 39.4 in | -3.9 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 36.3 in | -36.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 52.8 in | -52.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 41.4 in | -41.4 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 31.7 in | -31.7 in |
Total Legroom | 76.7 in (over 2 rows) | 112.3 in (over 3 rows) | -35.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.0 ft3 | 11.3 ft3 | 3.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.0 | 38.0 ft3 | -23 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 46.0 ft3 | 73.0 ft3 | -27 ft3 |
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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Kia Sorento.