Model Year | 2015 | 2017 | |
Model | Acura RLX | Volkswagen Passat | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 OHC-4v 310 hp@6500 272 lb-ft@4500 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 280 hp@6200 258 lb-ft@2500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 110.4 in | 1.8 in |
Length | 196.1 in | 191.6 in | 4.5 in |
Width | 74.4 in | 72.2 in | 2.2 in |
Height | 57.7 in | 58.5 in | -0.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3933 lb. | 3481 lb. | 452 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 18.5 gal. | 0 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.6 in | 38.3 in | -0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.6 in | 56.9 in | 2.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 0.0 in | 55.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 42.4 in | -0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 37.8 in | -0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.0 in | 57.0 in | 0 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.5 in | 0.0 in | 54.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.8 in | 39.1 in | -0.3 in |
Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | -0.4 in |
Cargo Volume | 15.3 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 | -0.6 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Acura RLX.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Volkswagen Passat.