BMW 3 Series Touring 2008 vs Volkswagen Golf 2009 size comparison

Volkswagen Golf 2009–2013 is 7 mm (0.2%) longer than BMW 3 Series Touring 2008–2012. It is 36 mm (2.0%) narrower, 86 mm (6.1%) taller and 182 mm (6.6%) shorter in wheelbase.

DimensionBMW 3 Series Touring 2008–2012Volkswagen Golf 2009–2013Difference
Length4527 mm4534 mm+7 mm (+0.2%)
Width1817 mm1781 mm-36 mm (-2.0%)
Height1418 mm1504 mm+86 mm (+6.1%)
Wheelbase2760 mm2578 mm-182 mm (-6.6%)

BMW 3 Series Touring 2008–2012 dimensions · Volkswagen Golf 2009–2013 dimensions