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Buick Verano (2012) vs. Volkswagen Eos (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2012 Buick Verano and 2008 Volkswagen Eos specs.

2012 Buick Verano and 2008 Volkswagen Eos Specifications

Model Year 2012 2008  
Model Buick Verano Volkswagen Eos  
Engine 2.4L I4
DOHC-4v
180 hp@6700
171 lb-ft@4900
turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
200 hp@5100
207 lb-ft@1800
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed automated manual  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 2dr Hardtop conv.  
      Difference
Wheelbase 105.7 in 101.5 in 4.2 in
Length 183.9 in 173.5 in 10.4 in
Width 71.5 in 70.5 in 1 in
Height 58.4 in 56.8 in 1.6 in
Curb Weight 3300 lb. 3549 lb. -249 lb.
Fuel Capacity 15.0 gal. 14.5 gal. 0.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.3 in 37.5 in 0.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 55.1 in 54.7 in 0.4 in
Hip Room, Row 1 53.7 in 0.0 in 53.7 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.1 in 41.7 in 0.4 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.8 in 35.8 in 2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 52.9 in 41.5 in 11.4 in
Hip Room, Row 2 52.0 in 0.0 in 52 in
Legroom, Row 2 33.9 in 32.5 in 1.4 in
Total Legroom 76 in (over 2 rows) 74.2 in (over 2 rows) 1.8 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 14.3 ft3 6.6 ft3 7.7 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 14.3 ft3 10.5 ft3 3.8 ft3

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Buick Verano

2012 Buick Verano Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearComment
2013 The Buick Verano's impression of substance and solidity extends to its seats. The front buckets are larger and more thickly padded than those in the typical compact sedan, yet have a firm, properly supportive underlying structure. They look and feel "premium." The Acura ILX's front seats, with more prominent side bolsters, provide better lateral support in hard turns, but don't feel as solid or as luxurious. see full Buick Verano review
2012 Buick Verano Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
While the Buick Verano's exterior is large for a compact sedan, its rear seat is among the tightest. The ILX is a bit tighter still. In it I can just fit behind my 5-9 self. But anyone who requires an adult-friendly rear seat will likely reject both cars (along with the new Cadillac ATS). The Verano's 14.5 cubic foot trunk--two cubes over the ILX's--is more competitive, and more in line with Buick's traditional strengths. see full Buick Verano review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Buick Verano

2012 Buick Verano Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2013 4dr Sedan turbocharged 250hp 2.0L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
I am 6'1", broad shouldered, overweight, and considered quite a big guy, but I have no trouble fitting into the car. Even if you are a couple of inches higher than me, you should be okay. Be advised I chose a car without a sunroof. The sunroof may cut into that headroom. see full Buick Verano review
2013 4dr Sedan turbocharged 250hp 2.0L I4
6-speed manual FWD
The seat cushioning is about the best in the business. The foam density Buick used is unlike any I have experienced. see full Buick Verano review
2012 Buick Verano Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2013 4dr Sedan turbocharged 250hp 2.0L I4
6-speed manual FWD
No rear seat venting except the floor makes it a bit stuffy for the rear seat passengers. The rear seating area is tight to get into but once seated provide enough space. see full Buick Verano review
2013 4dr Sedan turbocharged 250hp 2.0L I4
6-speed manual FWD
My right knee(with shorts on) hits the hard plastic to discomfort. I thought about putting some padding there. Same with the lack of padding inside the map pocket on the door to keep contents from rattleing. see full Buick Verano review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Volkswagen Eos

2008 Volkswagen Eos Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 2dr Hardtop conv. turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed manual FWD
The car is comfy on long trips, and the seat heaters are super. The car is great with the top down—if you deploy the wind deflector, you don’t get your hair blown all over the place. The faux leather on the seats is fine-- you can only get real leather if you get the LUX model, and then you can’t have a manual transmission. see full Volkswagen Eos review
2007 2dr Hardtop conv. 250-horsepower 3.2L V6
6-speed automated manual FWD
Sedan feeling with 10-way power/heated seats blended with sports-car suspension and handling. A real glove box that is cooled by the A/C. Pockets on side doors are handy for storage. see full Volkswagen Eos review
2007 2dr Hardtop conv. 250-horsepower 3.2L V6
6-speed automated manual FWD
That it exists! Gets used as more of a parcel shelf than rear seat but can fit two passengers comfortably when needed. see full Volkswagen Eos review
2008 Volkswagen Eos Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 2dr Hardtop conv. turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD
Seat is small and okay for short trips. Adults fit okay when the top is down, access is tight witht the top up. see full Volkswagen Eos review
 
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