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Audi A3 / S3 (2016) vs. Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI (2009) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2016 Audi A3 / S3 and 2009 Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI specs.

2016 Audi A3 / S3 and 2009 Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI Specifications

Model Year 2016 2009  
Model Audi A3 / S3 Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 103.8 in 101.5 in 2.3 in
Length 175.4 in 179.3 in -3.9 in
Width 70.7 in 70.1 in 0.6 in
Height 55.7 in 57.4 in -1.7 in
Curb Weight 3175 lb. 3230 lb. -55 lb.
Fuel Capacity 13.2 gal. 14.5 gal. -1.3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 36.5 in 38.5 in -2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 54.8 in 54.8 in 0 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.2 in 41.2 in 0 in
Headroom, Row 2 36.1 in 37.2 in -1.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 53.0 in 53.1 in -0.1 in
Legroom, Row 2 35.1 in 35.4 in -0.3 in
Total Legroom 76.3 in (over 2 rows) 76.6 in (over 2 rows) -0.3 in
Cargo Volume 12.3 ft3 16.0 ft3 -3.7 ft3

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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 2009 Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI

2009 Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD
A lot of rear leg rrom when compared to the Mazda3 and A3 which I also looked at. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI review
2010 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD
Good room for a small car. Four adults can ride comfortably. Plenty of cargo room with the rear seats down. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI review
2010 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD
Surprisingly roomy for this size of car. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI review
2010 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD
Surprisingly roomy for this size of car. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI review
2010 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD
They are supportive with good leg support. The seat side bolsters hold driver in place. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI review
2009 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD
Front seats are extremely supportive and even heated with the Interlagos cloth option see full Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI review
2009 2dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed manual FWD
Quite possibly the most comfortable front seats I have ever sat in. It is as if they were pulled straight from an Audi and placed in the GTI. An added bonus is the heated cloth, which is unusual because usually you need to option cold leather for heat. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI review
2009 2dr Hatch 170-horsepower 2.5L I5
5-speed manual FWD
Plenty of shoulder/elbow/head room. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI review
2009 2dr Hatch 170-horsepower 2.5L I5
5-speed manual FWD
Adequate for 2 adults to sit comfortably. High roof, adequate legroom. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI review
2008 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed manual FWD
Plenty of space, good lumbar support, nice side bolstering. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI review
2009 Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 2dr Hatch 170-horsepower 2.5L I5
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
It works fine for me, but if you have adults that use the rear seat often they may find it a little uncomfortable for long trips. The legroom is decent, but the seats are a bit hard and not all that ergonomic. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI review
 
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