Volkswagen Golf / GTI (2013) vs. Mercedes-Benz R-Class (2011) Specs

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2013 Volkswagen Golf / GTI and 2011 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Specifications

Model Year	2013	2011
Model	Volkswagen Golf / GTI	Mercedes-Benz R-Class
Engine	turbocharged 2.0L I4 Diesel DOHC-4v 140 hp@4000 236 lb-ft@1750	turbocharged 3.0L V6 Diesel DOHC-4v 210 hp@3400 400 lb-ft@1600
Transmission	6-speed automated manual	7-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	FWD	AWD
Body	4dr Hatch	4dr SUV
			Difference
Wheelbase	101.5 in	126.6 in	-25.1 in
Length	165.4 in	203.0 in	-37.6 in
Width	70.3 in	77.1 in	-6.8 in
Height	58.3 in	65.4 in	-7.1 in
Curb Weight	3025 lb.	5203 lb.	-2178 lb.
Fuel Capacity	14.5 gal.	21.1 gal.	-6.6 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	39.3 in	39.8 in	-0.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	54.7 in	60.3 in	-5.6 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.2 in	39.8 in	1.4 in
Headroom, Row 2	38.5 in	40.4 in	-1.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	52.8 in	59.6 in	-6.8 in
Legroom, Row 2	35.5 in	36.2 in	-0.7 in
Headroom, Row 3	0.0 in	37.2 in	-37.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3	0.0 in	52.8 in	-52.8 in
Legroom, Row 3	0.0 in	32.4 in	-32.4 in
Total Legroom	76.7 in (over 2 rows)	108.4 in (over 3 rows)	-31.7 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	15.0 ft³	15.2 ft³	-0.2 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	15.0	42.2 ft³	-27.2
Cargo Volume, Maximum	46.0 ft³	85.0 ft³	-39 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

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