Model Year | 2013 | 2012 | |
Model | BMW 5-Series | Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,969 mm | 2,578 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,905 mm | 4,554 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,859 mm | 1,781 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,463 mm | 1,504 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,730 kg | 1,464 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 70 L | 55 L | 15 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,029 mm | 975 mm | -974 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,481 mm | 1,392 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,052 mm | 1,044 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 973 mm | 968 mm | 5 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,427 mm | 1,349 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 917 mm | 902 mm | 15 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,969 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,946 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 521 L | 929 L | -408 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 18.4 | 1,894 L | 17.4 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2013 BMW 5-Series.
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 |