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2011 Volkswagen Golf / GTI and 2011 Mazda RX-8 Specifications
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | |
| Model | Volkswagen Golf / GTI | Mazda RX-8 | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1800 |
1.3L R2 OHV-2v 212 hp@7500 159 lb-ft@5500 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed automated manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
| Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr Coupe | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,578 mm | 2,703 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,201 mm | 4,460 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,786 mm | 1,770 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,481 mm | 1,341 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,402 kg | 1,403 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 55 L | 60 L | -5 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 998 mm | 970 mm | 28 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,389 mm | 1,392 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,354 mm | -1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,046 mm | 1,085 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 978 mm | 935 mm | 43 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,341 mm | 1,394 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,222 mm | -1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 902 mm | 818 mm | 84 mm |
| Total Legroom | 1,948 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,902 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 425 L | 215 L | 210 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,303 L | 7.6 | -6.6 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 2011 Mazda RX-8
| 2011 Mazda RX-8 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Coupe 232-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
The R3 Recaro seats had side bolsters that were a bit tight for us. I am below average in size as a male, and my wife is also very small and we found the bolsters cut into our hips far more than was comfortable. The seats are racing oriented only. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
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