| Model Year | 2012 | 2021 | |
| Model | Acura TSX | Audi Q8 | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 OHC-4v 280 hp@6200 254 lb-ft@5000 |
turbocharged 3.0L V6 Hybrid DOHC-4v 335 hp@5700 369 lb-ft@2800 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 106.4 in | 117.9 in | -11.5 in |
| Length | 189.2 in | 196.6 in | -7.4 in |
| Width | 72.4 in | 78.5 in | -6.1 in |
| Height | 57.9 in | 67.2 in | -9.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3809 lb. | 4960 lb. | -1151 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 22.5 gal. | -4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 37.6 in | 37.1 in | 0.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.8 in | 59.5 in | -1.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.6 in | 0.0 in | 55.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 41.6 in | 0.8 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 38.1 in | -1.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 58.5 in | -2.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.2 in | 0.0 in | 54.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 34.3 in | 40.2 in | -5.9 in |
| Total Legroom | 76.7 in (over 2 rows) | 81.8 in (over 2 rows) | -5.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 31.5 ft3 | 30.5 ft3 | 1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 66.2 ft3 | 60.7 ft3 | 5.5 ft3 |
| 2012 Acura TSX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr Sedan 201-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I find the heated front seats exceptionally comfortable. I am 6' 2" and have very good room. Note, however, that my wife finds the forward lean in the headrests uncomfortable. see full Acura TSX review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2021 Audi Q8.