Model Year | 2018 | 2011 | |
Model | Nissan LEAF | Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen | |
Engine | Electric 147 hp 236 lb-ft |
2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 170 hp@5700 177 lb-ft@4250 |
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Transmission | 1-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 101.5 in | 4.8 in |
Length | 176.4 in | 179.3 in | -2.9 in |
Width | 70.5 in | 70.1 in | 0.4 in |
Height | 61.4 in | 59.2 in | 2.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3433 lb. | 3285 lb. | 148 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 0.0 gal. | 14.5 gal. | -14.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 38.4 in | 2.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.3 in | 54.8 in | -0.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.7 in | 0.0 in | 51.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 41.1 in | 1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.3 in | 38.1 in | -0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.5 in | 53.1 in | -0.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 50.0 in | 0.0 in | 50 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.5 in | 35.5 in | -2 in |
Total Legroom | 75.6 in (over 2 rows) | 76.6 in (over 2 rows) | -1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.6 ft3 | 32.8 ft3 | -9.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 30.0 ft3 | 66.9 ft3 | -36.9 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Nissan LEAF.
2011 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I am a tall guy with big feet, so my vehicle choices are greatly restricted. The Jetta Sportwagen (Golf Wagon here in Canada) is very comfortable on long drives. see full Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen review |