Model Year | 2007 | 2012 | |
Model | Chevrolet TrailBlazer | Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 113.0 in | 101.5 in | 11.5 in |
Length | 191.8 in | 179.3 in | 12.5 in |
Width | 74.7 in | 70.1 in | 4.6 in |
Height | 72.5 in | 59.2 in | 13.3 in |
Curb Weight | 4417 lb. | 3228 lb. | 1189 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 22.0 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 7.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.2 in | 38.4 in | 1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.5 in | 54.8 in | 3.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.0 in | 0.0 in | 56 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.9 in | 41.1 in | 1.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.6 in | 38.1 in | 1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.5 in | 53.1 in | 5.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 58.2 in | 0.0 in | 58.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 35.5 in | 1.5 in |
Total Legroom | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 76.6 in (over 2 rows) | 3.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 43.7 ft3 | 32.8 ft3 | 10.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.1 ft3 | 66.9 ft3 | 13.2 ft3 |
2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 291-horsepower 4.2L I6 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Excellent Front Seats see full Chevrolet TrailBlazer review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 291-horsepower 4.2L I6 4-speed automatic RWD |
I am tall (6'6") and fit in the front seats and am able to drive it. That is rare and good. Comfort is high for a GM product. see full Chevrolet TrailBlazer review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 291-horsepower 4.2L I6 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
The best front seats for cruising and around town comfort. Love the individual memory settings and adjustment range of the power controls. see full Chevrolet TrailBlazer review |
2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 291-horsepower 4.2L I6 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Far too cramped getting in and out of the rear seating. see full Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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 |