Model Year | 2017 | 2008 | |
Model | Subaru WRX | Audi A8 / S8 | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 305 hp@6000 290 lb-ft@4000 |
5.2L V10 DOHC-4v 450 hp@7000 398 lb-ft@3500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 104.3 in | 115.9 in | -11.6 in |
Length | 180.9 in | 199.3 in | -18.4 in |
Width | 70.7 in | 74.6 in | -3.9 in |
Height | 58.1 in | 56.9 in | 1.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3386 lb. | 4586 lb. | -1200 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 23.8 gal. | -7.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 37.3 in | 2.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.6 in | 59.1 in | -3.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.2 in | 0.0 in | 52.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.3 in | 41.4 in | 1.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.1 in | 38.0 in | -0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.2 in | 57.5 in | -3.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.1 in | 0.0 in | 53.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.4 in | 37.6 in | -2.2 in |
Total Legroom | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 79 in (over 2 rows) | -0.3 in |
Cargo Volume | 12.0 ft3 | 14.6 ft3 | -2.6 ft3 |
2017 Subaru WRX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2016 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 268hp 2.0L H4 6-speed manual AWD |
Anyone whose owned a previous-gen WRX knows rear seat space, especially leg room, as "OK" at best. Subaru has revised the rear seats to where there is now more leg room for the lucky passengers in the rear. With the driver seat adjusted to how I sit (I'm 6-feet tall and have a more upright seating position), there is about 1.5 inches of space between my knees and the driver seat back (vs. no space on the previous gen!). Comfort is pretty good, although the seats take on more of a lean on the seat back, which may/may not jive well with your passengers backs. see full Subaru WRX review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2008 Audi A8 / S8.