Model Year | 2011 | 2012 | |
Model | Honda CR-V | Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 180 hp@6800 161 lb-ft@4400 |
2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 170 hp@5700 177 lb-ft@4250 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,619 mm | 2,578 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,554 mm | 4,554 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,819 mm | 1,781 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,679 mm | 1,504 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,537 kg | 1,490 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 58 L | 55 L | 3 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,039 mm | 975 mm | -974 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,445 mm | 1,392 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,420 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,049 mm | 1,044 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 980 mm | 968 mm | 12 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,422 mm | 1,349 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,387 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 978 mm | 902 mm | 76 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,027 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,946 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 1,011 L | 929 L | -928 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,064 L | 1,894 L | 1 L |
2011 Honda CR-V Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 180-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic AWD |
I sometimes have elderly passengers. They do not have to squirm to get in or do calesthenics to get out. see full Honda CR-V review |
2011 Honda CR-V Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV 180-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic AWD |
Could not find a comfortable position, even with a power seat. see full Honda CR-V 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 |