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Audi A3 / S3 (2016) vs. Subaru Outback (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2016 Audi A3 / S3 and 2008 Subaru Outback specs.

2016 Audi A3 / S3 and 2008 Subaru Outback Specifications

Model Year 2016 2008  
Model Audi A3 / S3 Subaru Outback  
Engine turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
215 kW@5400
380 Nm@1900
turbocharged
2.5L H4
DOHC-4v
181 kW@6000
327 Nm@3600
 
Transmission 6-speed automated manual 5-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr Hatch 4dr Wagon  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,629 mm 2,670 mm 0 mm
Length 4,313 mm 4,793 mm 0 mm
Width 1,786 mm 1,770 mm 0 mm
Height 1,425 mm 1,605 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,770 kg 1,635 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 40 L 64 L -24 L
Headroom, Row 1 937 mm 1,029 mm 936 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,392 mm 1,382 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 0 mm 1,295 mm -1 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,046 mm 1,120 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 953 mm 993 mm -40 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,344 mm 1,364 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 0 mm 1,336 mm -1 mm
Legroom, Row 2 899 mm 861 mm 38 mm
Total Legroom 1,946 mm (over 2 rows) 1,981 mm (over 2 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 280 L 949 L -669 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 1,119 L 1,875 L 0 L

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2016 Audi A3 / S3

2016 Audi A3 / S3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
Same goes for rear seat room. The Audi S3's rear seat can be a tight fit for adults, especially if those in the front seats are tall. But at least most adults will fit. My adult-sized children rode in the back seat from Detroit to Nashville and back without complaining about the amount of space. (It helped that none of us are tall; I'm 5-9.) The back seat in the CLA provides far less room for heads and legs. Mercedes markets it as a coupe for a reason. see full Audi A3 / S3 review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2016 Audi A3 / S3

2016 Audi A3 / S3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2016 4dr Sedan turbocharged 292hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual AWD
very tight see full Audi A3 / S3 review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Subaru Outback

2008 Subaru Outback Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
A little tight in the left portion of the footwell; small dead pedal. see full Subaru Outback review
2008 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Footroom too short. see full Subaru Outback review
2008 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
not long enough for a 6 foot 2 inch frame but I manage see full Subaru Outback review
2007 4dr Wagon 175-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
I was amazed at how small the back seat is in this car. Really no bigger than a compact sedan, eg Civic or Corolla. I can't fit my 3 kids (in car seats) back there, and feel bad when co-workers pile in to go to lunch. Surprisingly small for a vehicle this size, and marketed as a "family car." If you plan to put adults or 3 kids back there regularly, look at the '10 or newer (or at something else -- the rear seat in my co-worker's Accord is far bigger and more comfortable). see full Subaru Outback review
2007 4dr Sedan 245-horsepower 3.0L H6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Leg and head room lacking for over 6 footers. see full Subaru Outback review
2007 4dr Sedan 245-horsepower 3.0L H6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Seat back a bit low for 6 footers. see full Subaru Outback review
 
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