Model Year | 2013 | 2016 | |
Model | Volkswagen Golf / GTI | Subaru WRX | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 188 kW@4300 329 Nm@2400 |
turbocharged 2.0L H4 DOHC-4v 200 kW@5600 350 Nm@2000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 8-speed shiftable CVT | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,578 mm | 2,649 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,201 mm | 4,595 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,786 mm | 1,796 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,481 mm | 1,476 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,509 kg | 1,557 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 55 L | 60 L | -5 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 998 mm | 1,011 mm | 997 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,389 mm | 1,412 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,326 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,046 mm | 1,100 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 978 mm | 942 mm | 36 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,341 mm | 1,377 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,349 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 902 mm | 899 mm | 3 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,948 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,999 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 425 L | 340 L | 85 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,303 L | 12.0 | -11 L |
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 |
2016 Subaru WRX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2015 | The Subaru WRX has always been fun to drive. But it used to be cramped inside, especially in the back seat. This is no longer an issue. The new car has more rear seat legroom than the one-size-up Legacy had during its 2005-2009 glory days. Unless your friends and family are tall, they'll fit in back. While the GTI's back seat is nearly as roomy, the Focus ST's isn't in the same ballpark. If you want rear air vents for your passengers, though, you'll have to get the VW or the Ford. Subaru doesn't offer them in the WRX. see full Subaru WRX review |
2016 Subaru WRX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2016 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 268hp 2.0L H4 6-speed manual AWD |
Anyone whose owned a previous-gen WRX knows rear seat space, especially leg room, as "OK" at best. Subaru has revised the rear seats to where there is now more leg room for the lucky passengers in the rear. With the driver seat adjusted to how I sit (I'm 6-feet tall and have a more upright seating position), there is about 1.5 inches of space between my knees and the driver seat back (vs. no space on the previous gen!). Comfort is pretty good, although the seats take on more of a lean on the seat back, which may/may not jive well with your passengers backs. see full Subaru WRX review |