Model Year | 2013 | 2015 | |
Model | Dodge Durango | Audi TT | |
Engine | 5.7L V8 OHV-2v 360 hp@5150 390 lb-ft@4250 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 211 hp@4300 258 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 119.8 in | 97.2 in | 22.6 in |
Length | 199.8 in | 164.5 in | 35.3 in |
Width | 75.8 in | 72.5 in | 3.3 in |
Height | 70.9 in | 53.5 in | 17.4 in |
Curb Weight | 5176 lb. | 3153 lb. | 2023 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 24.6 gal. | 16.3 gal. | 8.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.9 in | 37.7 in | 2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.5 in | 53.2 in | 5.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.0 in | 0.0 in | 57 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 41.1 in | -0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 32.6 in | 7.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.3 in | 47.5 in | 10.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 0.0 in | 56 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.6 in | 29.2 in | 9.4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.8 in | 0.0 in | 37.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 50.4 in | 0.0 in | 50.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 42.8 in | 0.0 in | 42.8 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 31.5 in | 0.0 in | 31.5 in |
Total Legroom | 110.4 in (over 3 rows) | 70.3 in (over 2 rows) | 40.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 17.2 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 | 4.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 47.7 ft3 | 13.1 | 34.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 84.5 ft3 | 24.7 ft3 | 59.8 ft3 |
2013 Dodge Durango Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2014 | The Durango's relatively narrow width, a plus for handling, has the opposite impact on interior room. These are very much two sides of the same coin. Because the Durango's cabin isn't terribly wide it feels more agile than wider SUVs. But three passengers in the second row don't have as much space to spread out--those in a Nissan Pathfinder enjoy a couple more inches of shoulder room--and only two people can sit in the third row. (The Honda Pilot, Toyota Highlander, and GM's large crossovers all have three belts back there.) Leg room in the Durango is much more competitive, but still a few inches short of class leading. This said, comfort isn't only a matter of interior dimensions. Both of the Durango's rear rows are well-upholstered and positioned higher off the floor than the three-row crossover norm. This benefits both thigh support and outward visibility. The Hyundai Santa Fe isn't far off in this regard, but the Nissan Pathfinder's seats are much closer to the floor, and less hospitable to adults as a result. Among the three, I'd prefer to be a rear seat passenger in the Dodge. Among large conventional SUVs, the Ford Expedition has a more comfortable third row, but the Chevrolet Tahoe (which retains a live rear axle despite a comprehensive redesign for the 2015 model year) doesn't come close. And the foot-shorter 4Runner? Its XXS third-row seat is best saved for emergencies. On the other side of the ledger, the Durango does have a higher floor than the typical car-based crossover. Getting in and out isn't as easy. This vies with curb weight as the top disadvantage of the Durango's conventional SUV configuration. see full Dodge Durango review |
2013 Dodge Durango Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 290-horsepower 3.6L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
There was very little bolstering on the sides of the seat bottoms. I was not able to find a comfortable seating position in the Durango see full Dodge Durango review |
2015 Audi TT Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2016 | The new Audi TT's seats rank among the best for support and comfort, something of a surprise since they are in a sports car, not a luxury sedan, and don't have many adjustments. The more powerful, more expensive TTS has front seats with adjustable side bolsters, but these aren't offered in the regular TT. The sport package for the BMW 2 Series includes seats with adjustable bolsters, yet they can't be made to fit my form as well as the Audi's do. Nor can those in larger, more expensive Audis. Puzzling. see full Audi TT review |
2015 Audi TT Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
Many people will probably leave the rear seat folded, as head room and legroom are both scant. People much over five feet in height simply won't fit. Even a BMW 2 Series has a considerably roomier rear seat. see full Audi TT review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Audi TT.