Model Year | 2015 | 2011 | |
Model | Acura ILX | Volkswagen Eos | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@7000 170 lb-ft@4400 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1800 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hardtop conv. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 105.1 in | 101.5 in | 3.6 in |
Length | 179.1 in | 173.5 in | 5.6 in |
Width | 70.6 in | 70.5 in | 0.1 in |
Height | 55.6 in | 56.8 in | -1.2 in |
Curb Weight | 2978 lb. | 3549 lb. | -571 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 14.5 gal. | -1.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.9 in | 37.5 in | 0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.6 in | 54.7 in | 0.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.2 in | 0.0 in | 50.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 41.7 in | 0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 35.9 in | 35.8 in | 0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.5 in | 41.5 in | 12 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.6 in | 0.0 in | 51.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.0 in | 32.5 in | 1.5 in |
Total Legroom | 76.3 in (over 2 rows) | 74.2 in (over 2 rows) | 2.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.4 ft3 | 6.6 ft3 | 5.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.4 ft3 | 10.5 ft3 | 1.9 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Acura ILX.
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 |