Model Year | 2010 | 2017 | |
Model | Audi A3 | Volkswagen Jetta | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1800 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 210 hp@5300 207 lb-ft@1700 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automated manual | 6-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 101.5 in | 104.4 in | -2.9 in |
Length | 168.7 in | 183.3 in | -14.6 in |
Width | 69.5 in | 70.0 in | -0.5 in |
Height | 56.0 in | 57.2 in | -1.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3329 lb. | 3194 lb. | 135 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.0 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 0.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.1 in | 38.2 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.3 in | 55.2 in | -0.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 41.2 in | 0 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 37.1 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.8 in | 53.6 in | -0.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.8 in | 38.1 in | -3.3 in |
Total Legroom | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 79.3 in (over 2 rows) | -3.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.1 ft3 | 15.7 ft3 | -2.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 54.6 ft3 | 15.7 ft3 | 38.9 ft3 |
2010 Audi A3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
A lot less leg room when compared to the GTI, but the rear hatch space is bigger. see full Audi A3 review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Volkswagen Jetta.