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Volkswagen Golf / GTI (2011) vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata (2017) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2011 Volkswagen Golf / GTI and 2017 Mazda MX-5 Miata specs.

2011 Volkswagen Golf / GTI and 2017 Mazda MX-5 Miata Specifications

Model Year 2011 2017  
Model Volkswagen Golf / GTI Mazda MX-5 Miata  
Engine turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
200 hp@5100
207 lb-ft@1800
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
155 hp@6000
148 lb-ft@4600
 
Transmission 6-speed automated manual 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD RWD  
Body 2dr Hatch 2dr Coupe  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,578 mm 2,309 mm 0 mm
Length 4,201 mm 3,914 mm 1 mm
Width 1,786 mm 1,735 mm 0 mm
Height 1,481 mm 1,245 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,402 kg 1,131 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 55 L 45 L 10 L
Headroom, Row 1 998 mm 935 mm 63 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,389 mm 1,326 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 0 mm 1,321 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 127 L 298 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 1,303 L 4.5 -3.5 L

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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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2017 Mazda MX-5 Miata

2017 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
The most obvious reason not to buy any Mazda MX-5 Miata? The thing that kept me from buying one: no back seat. The MINI Roadster also had not back seat, while the MINI Convertible and Scion FR-S have vestigial perches on which only my smallest child might sit semi-comfortably. In contrast, I can fit all three of my teenagers into my Mazda RX-8. But if my wife also wants to come along, we have to take our other car. see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review
 

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