Model Year | 2019 | 2009 | |
Model | Chevrolet Volt | Volkswagen Passat | |
Engine | Plug-in Hybrid 149 hp 294 lb-ft |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1800 |
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Transmission | CVT | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.1 in | 106.7 in | -0.6 in |
Length | 180.4 in | 188.0 in | -7.6 in |
Width | 71.2 in | 71.7 in | -0.5 in |
Height | 56.4 in | 59.7 in | -3.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3543 lb. | 3512 lb. | 31 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 8.9 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -9.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.8 in | 38.3 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.5 in | 55.7 in | 0.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.7 in | 0.0 in | 53.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 41.4 in | 0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 35.8 in | 38.6 in | -2.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.2 in | 54.6 in | -1.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.3 in | 0.0 in | 51.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.7 in | 37.7 in | -3 in |
Total Legroom | 76.8 in (over 2 rows) | 79.1 in (over 2 rows) | -2.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 10.6 ft3 | 35.8 ft3 | -25.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 0.0 | 61.7 ft3 | -61.7 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2019 Chevrolet Volt.
2009 Volkswagen Passat Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Comfortable power seats with power lumbar adjustment. Good side support, and with the tilting/telescoping steering wheel - easy to find a comfortable driving position. Also has easy to use steering wheel controls for the cars stereo/trip computer. see full Volkswagen Passat review |
2008 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Compared to other sporty wagons (BMW, Subaru) the Passat has about 3" more rear leg room - enough to put my full-size parents and/or friends in the back seat without making them do contortions. Easier to get a child in and out of a rear safety seat, too. see full Volkswagen Passat review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Lots of rear legroom and space for car seats. see full Volkswagen Passat review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Extremely comfortable front drivers seat w/ 12 way electronic adjustment. Able to find perfect driving position. Very little fatigue even after 12 - 14 hours of driving (taking breaks for food / gas of course). Lumbar adjusts both up/down and in/out. see full Volkswagen Passat review |
2008 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
This version of the Passat can easily fit 3 across seating in the rear see full Volkswagen Passat review |
2008 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
More than large enough for American size bodies! see full Volkswagen Passat review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Passat provided more interior space especially in the rear than the Audi A4 see full Volkswagen Passat review |
2009 Volkswagen Passat Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual FWD |
very restrictive space see full Volkswagen Passat review |