Model Year | 2012 | 2013 | |
Model | Volkswagen Golf / GTI | Toyota 4Runner | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,578 mm | 2,789 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,201 mm | 4,823 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,786 mm | 1,925 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,481 mm | 1,816 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,346 kg | 1,996 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 55 L | 91 L | -36 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 998 mm | 998 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,389 mm | 1,468 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,435 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,046 mm | 1,059 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 978 mm | 980 mm | -2 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,341 mm | 1,468 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,415 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 902 mm | 836 mm | 66 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 871 mm | -871 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,466 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,100 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 744 mm | -744 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,948 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,639 mm (over 3 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 425 L | 255 L | 170 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.0 | 1,311 L | 14 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,303 L | 2,515 L | -1 L |
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 |
2013 Toyota 4Runner Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2014 | Both the Toyota and Jeep have roomy second-row seats that are high enough off the floor to provide thigh support for adults. Only the Toyota offers an optional third row seat, but it's too tight to be of much use. If you want a useful third row in this sort of vehicle, check out the Dodge Durango. The Durango is essentially an extended, less off-road-capable Grand Cherokee. Its third-row seat is about as comfortable as you'll find in this size SUV or crossover. see full Toyota 4Runner review |
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