| Model Year | 2011 | 2017 | |
| Model | Volkswagen Eos | Jeep Compass | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1800 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 158 hp@6400 141 lb-ft@5000 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed automated manual | 5-speed manual | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 101.5 in | 103.7 in | -2.2 in |
| Length | 173.5 in | 175.1 in | -1.6 in |
| Width | 70.5 in | 71.4 in | -0.9 in |
| Height | 56.8 in | 65.0 in | -8.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 3549 lb. | 3097 lb. | 452 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 13.6 gal. | 0.9 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 37.5 in | 40.7 in | -3.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 54.6 in | 0.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 52.3 in | -52.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 40.6 in | 1.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 35.8 in | 39.9 in | -4.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 41.5 in | 54.0 in | -12.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 51.0 in | -51 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 32.5 in | 39.4 in | -6.9 in |
| Total Legroom | 74.2 in (over 2 rows) | 80 in (over 2 rows) | -5.8 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 6.6 ft3 | 22.7 ft3 | -16.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 10.5 ft3 | 53.6 ft3 | -43.1 ft3 |
| 2011 Volkswagen Eos Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 2dr Hardtop conv. turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
The back seat is not comfortable and has limited leg room. While the latter may be typical of some convertibles, leg room is less than on previous convertibles I have owned. see full Volkswagen Eos review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Jeep Compass.