Model Year | 2012 | 2006 | |
Model | Volkswagen Golf / GTI | Mini Hardtop | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 256 hp@4300 243 lb-ft@2400 |
supercharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 207 hp@6950 180 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
Body | 2dr Hatch | 2dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 101.5 in | 97.1 in | 4.4 in |
Length | 165.4 in | 143.1 in | 22.3 in |
Width | 70.3 in | 66.5 in | 3.8 in |
Height | 58.3 in | 55.4 in | 2.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3326 lb. | 2679 lb. | 647 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 1.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.3 in | 38.8 in | 0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 50.9 in | 3.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 41.3 in | -0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 37.6 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.8 in | 44.7 in | 8.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.5 in | 31.3 in | 4.2 in |
Total Legroom | 76.7 in (over 2 rows) | 72.6 in (over 2 rows) | 4.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.0 ft3 | 5.6 ft3 | 9.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 46.0 ft3 | 25.0 ft3 | 21 ft3 |
2012 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 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 | 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 | 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 |
2006 Mini Hardtop Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2005 | 2dr Hatch 115-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Good support. see full Mini Hardtop review |
2006 Mini Hardtop Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 172hp 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Its small, but not as small inside as you might think. see full Mini Hardtop review |
2006 | 2dr Hatch supercharged 168hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
what room? see full Mini Hardtop review |
2005 | 2dr Hatch supercharged 168hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
The rear seats are okay for choildren or small adults. Since all in my family are smaller than average, we can handle short rides in the back. More normal sized people may feel somewhat cramped, especially if someone with long legs sits in front. gae see full Mini Hardtop review |
2005 | 2dr Hatch 115-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Rear seat not usable for passengers. see full Mini Hardtop review |