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2012 Buick Verano and 2007 Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI Specifications
| Model Year | 2012 | 2007 | |
| Model | Buick Verano | Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI | |
| Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 180 hp@6700 171 lb-ft@4900 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5500 207 lb-ft@1800 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automated manual | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 105.7 in | 101.5 in | 4.2 in |
| Length | 183.9 in | 179.3 in | 4.6 in |
| Width | 71.5 in | 70.1 in | 1.4 in |
| Height | 58.4 in | 57.4 in | 1 in |
| Curb Weight | 3300 lb. | 3352 lb. | -52 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.0 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 0.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.3 in | 38.5 in | -0.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 54.8 in | 0.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.7 in | 0.0 in | 53.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 41.2 in | 0.9 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 37.2 in | 0.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.9 in | 53.1 in | -0.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.0 in | 0.0 in | 52 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 33.9 in | 35.4 in | -1.5 in |
| Total Legroom | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 76.6 in (over 2 rows) | -0.6 in |
| Cargo Volume | 14.3 ft3 | 16.0 ft3 | -1.7 ft3 |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Buick Verano
| 2012 Buick Verano Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Comment | |
| 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 | ||
| Year | Comment | |
| 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 | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 2007 Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI
| 2007 Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Plenty of space, good lumbar support, nice side bolstering. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI review |
| 2008 | 2dr Hatch 250-horsepower 3.2L V6 6-speed automated manual AWD |
With only one car, I needed a sporty car with legitimate rear seat room and an automatic for the other users. I have had 2 6ft passengers in the back seat without complaint. The cushion could use a little more height/angle to aid in leg support. Nitpickin see full Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI review |
| 2008 | 4dr Hatch 170-horsepower 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
well bolstered, firm, both driver and passenger seats have height and lumbar adjust see full Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI review |
| 2008 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
With the 4 door GTI I can drive 4 full size adults around in comfort. Easy ingress-egress. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI review |
| 2008 | 2dr Hatch 250-horsepower 3.2L V6 6-speed automated manual AWD |
Fits me perfectly, all controls ideal for me. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI review |
| 2007 | 4dr Hatch 150-horsepower 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
most comfortable seats out of the Totoya Matrix, Mazda 3, Honda fit, Nissan Versa see full Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI review |
| 2007 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Excellent seats and comfort, however occasionally find the seats a bit narrow and the foot well can be tight in some shoes. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI review |
| 2007 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
The sport seats in the basic black leatherette are nicely bolstered though not overly enveloping like seats in my FR-S. This means it hits a nice middle ground of comfort but still keeping you from being thrown around in aggressive driving. The manually adjusted seats are easily positioned to a comfortable state after you figure out which of the 4 levers is doing what. The adjustible thigh support is especially nice and not something I often see in this segment. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI review |
| 2007 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
The front seats offer great lateral support. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI review |
| 2007 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Zero fatigue on long drives, natural driving position see full Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI review |
| 2007 Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 2dr Hatch 170-horsepower 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
It works fine for me, but if you have adults that use the rear seat often they may find it a little uncomfortable for long trips. The legroom is decent, but the seats are a bit hard and not all that ergonomic. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI review |
| 2007 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Great for my kids (4 and 7) but small for adults. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI review |
| 2006 | 4dr Hatch 115-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Seats could be firmer though adequate. It has no lumbar support and expended use probably will change the shape of the foam used in the seat. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI review |
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