Model Year | 2018 | 2021 | |
Model | Buick Encore | Volkswagen Passat | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.4L I4 DOHC-4v 153 hp@5600 177 lb-ft@2000 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 174 hp@5200 206 lb-ft@1700 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 100.6 in | 110.4 in | -9.8 in |
Length | 168.4 in | 193.6 in | -25.2 in |
Width | 69.9 in | 72.2 in | -2.3 in |
Height | 65.3 in | 58.0 in | 7.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3237 lb. | 3325 lb. | -88 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.0 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -4.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 38.3 in | 1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.1 in | 56.9 in | -2.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.7 in | 0.0 in | 51.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.8 in | 42.4 in | -1.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.8 in | 37.8 in | 1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.6 in | 57.0 in | -4.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 50.1 in | 0.0 in | 50.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.8 in | 39.1 in | -3.3 in |
Total Legroom | 76.6 in (over 2 rows) | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | -4.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.8 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 | 2.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 48.4 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 | 32.5 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Buick Encore.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2021 Volkswagen Passat.