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2013 Volkswagen Golf / GTI and 2011 Toyota Highlander Specifications
| Model Year | 2013 | 2011 | |
| Model | Volkswagen Golf / GTI | Toyota Highlander | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 256 hp@4300 243 lb-ft@2400 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 101.5 in | 109.8 in | -8.3 in |
| Length | 165.4 in | 188.4 in | -23 in |
| Width | 70.3 in | 75.2 in | -4.9 in |
| Height | 58.3 in | 68.1 in | -9.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3326 lb. | 4266 lb. | -940 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 19.2 gal. | -4.7 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.3 in | 40.6 in | -1.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 59.7 in | -5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 56.7 in | -56.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 43.2 in | -2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 40.1 in | -1.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.8 in | 59.5 in | -6.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 56.5 in | -56.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.5 in | 38.3 in | -2.8 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 36.3 in | -36.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 55.0 in | -55 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 42.3 in | -42.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 29.2 in | -29.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 76.7 in (over 2 rows) | 110.7 in (over 3 rows) | -34 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.0 ft3 | 10.3 ft3 | 4.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.0 | 42.3 ft3 | -27.3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 46.0 ft3 | 95.4 ft3 | -49.4 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Volkswagen Golf / GTI
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Toyota Highlander
| 2011 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I am 6 foot tall, and there is plenty of head and leg room in the driving position. Easy access as well. see full Toyota Highlander review |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV 187-horsepower 2.7L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Lots of room in the second row, including seats that recline and move back & forth. Having the third row as an option for occasional use was really the deciding factor. see full Toyota Highlander review |
| 2011 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
3rd row seats are useless to me. Too little room for adults. Should have been an option for families with small children. With 3rd row seating, you lose storage space. see full Toyota Highlander review |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6 Hybrid CVT AWD |
Third row minimal legroom see full Toyota Highlander review |
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