Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | |
Model | Audi A4 / S4 | Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen | |
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Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.6 in | 101.5 in | 9.1 in |
Length | 185.2 in | 179.3 in | 5.9 in |
Width | 71.9 in | 70.1 in | 1.8 in |
Height | 56.2 in | 59.2 in | -3 in |
Curb Weight | 3590 lb. | 3228 lb. | 362 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 2.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 38.4 in | 1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 54.8 in | 0.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 41.1 in | 0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.5 in | 38.1 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.3 in | 53.1 in | 1.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.2 in | 35.5 in | -0.3 in |
Total Legroom | 76.5 in (over 2 rows) | 76.6 in (over 2 rows) | -0.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.4 ft3 | 32.8 ft3 | -20.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.4 ft3 | 66.9 ft3 | -54.5 ft3 |
2012 Audi A4 / S4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Sedan supercharged 333hp 3.0L V6 7-speed automated manual AWD |
Without question, the most comfortable car for long road trips that I've ever owned. Our family of four took a road trip of ~2000 miles, longest single-day drive was 11 hours, and never felt any fatigue or discomfort from the seating. Seats are firm and supportive but not harsh or uncomfortable. see full Audi A4 / S4 review |
2012 Audi A4 / S4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 211hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual AWD |
Like German cars, the seats are quite hard. see full Audi A4 / S4 review |
2012 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I am a tall guy with big feet, so my vehicle choices are greatly restricted. The Jetta Sportwagen (Golf Wagon here in Canada) is very comfortable on long drives. see full Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen review |
2012 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD |
at 6' 3" the rear seating with sun roof is a little tight. If you are taller than me do not plan to spend much time in the rear. see full Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen review |
2013 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Nice seats. Love the heated front seats see full Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen review |