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2011 Volkswagen Golf / GTI and 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata Specifications
| Model Year | 2011 | 2008 | |
| Model | Volkswagen Golf / GTI | Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 147 kW@5100 281 Nm@1800 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 118 kW@6700 190 Nm@5000 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed automated manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 2dr Convertible | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,578 mm | 2,329 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,201 mm | 3,995 mm | 1 mm |
| Width | 1,786 mm | 1,720 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,481 mm | 1,245 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,402 kg | 1,146 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 55 L | 48 L | 7 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 998 mm | 950 mm | 48 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,389 mm | 1,351 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,285 mm | -1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,046 mm | 1,095 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 978 mm | 0 mm | 978 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,341 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 902 mm | 0 mm | 902 mm |
| Total Legroom | 1,948 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,095 mm (over 1 row) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 425 L | 150 L | 275 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,303 L | 5.3 | -4.3 L |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Volkswagen Golf / GTI
| 2011 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 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 | 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 | 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 |
| 2010 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
They are supportive with good leg support. The seat side bolsters hold driver in place. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review |
| 2010 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Good room for a small car. Four adults can ride comfortably. Plenty of cargo room with the rear seats down. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review |
| 2010 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
A lot of rear leg rrom when compared to the Mazda3 and A3 which I also looked at. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata
| 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 2dr Convertible 158-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
No rear seat. see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review |
| 2007 | 2dr Convertible 166-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual RWD |
It's OK for the driver, but there's not much room for the feet of the passenger. see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review |
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