Model Year | 2013 | 2012 | |
Model | Volkswagen Golf / GTI | Lexus LS | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 256 hp@4300 243 lb-ft@2400 |
4.6L V8 DOHC-4v 357 hp@6400 344 lb-ft@4100 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 101.5 in | 121.7 in | -20.2 in |
Length | 165.4 in | 202.8 in | -37.4 in |
Width | 70.3 in | 73.8 in | -3.5 in |
Height | 58.3 in | 58.1 in | 0.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3326 lb. | 4712 lb. | -1386 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 22.2 gal. | -7.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.3 in | 38.0 in | 1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 58.5 in | -3.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.4 in | -55.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 43.7 in | -2.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 38.0 in | 0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.8 in | 56.4 in | -3.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 55.5 in | -55.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.5 in | 37.6 in | -2.1 in |
Total Legroom | 76.7 in (over 2 rows) | 81.3 in (over 2 rows) | -4.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.0 ft3 | 18.0 ft3 | -3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 46.0 ft3 | 18.0 ft3 | 28 ft3 |
2013 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Lexus LS.