Model Year | 2012 | 2008 | |
Model | Volkswagen Tiguan | Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1700 |
2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 150 hp@5000 170 lb-ft@3750 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 102.5 in | 98.7 in | 3.8 in |
Length | 174.5 in | 161.1 in | 13.4 in |
Width | 71.2 in | 67.9 in | 3.3 in |
Height | 65.6 in | 59.0 in | 6.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3404 lb. | 2965 lb. | 439 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.8 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 2.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 38.2 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.2 in | 52.8 in | 3.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 39.4 in | 0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 36.7 in | 2.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.0 in | 49.3 in | 5.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.8 in | 33.5 in | 2.3 in |
Total Legroom | 75.9 in (over 2 rows) | 72.9 in (over 2 rows) | 3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.8 ft3 | 12.0 ft3 | 11.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 56.1 ft3 | 27.2 ft3 | 28.9 ft3 |
2012 Volkswagen Tiguan Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Outstanding. I'm 6'0 & only have the seat 1/2 way back. Lots of front & rear seat room. see full Volkswagen Tiguan review |
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