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Honda Civic (2009) vs. Volkswagen Beetle (2017) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2009 Honda Civic and 2017 Volkswagen Beetle specs.

2009 Honda Civic and 2017 Volkswagen Beetle Specifications

Model Year 2009 2017  
Model Honda Civic Volkswagen Beetle  
Engine 2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
197 hp@7800
139 lb-ft@6200
turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
210 hp@5300
207 lb-ft@1700
 
Transmission 6-speed manual 6-speed automated manual  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 2dr Coupe 2dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,649 mm 2,540 mm 0 mm
Length 4,440 mm 4,277 mm 0 mm
Width 1,750 mm 1,808 mm 0 mm
Height 1,359 mm 1,486 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,305 kg 1,408 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 50 L 55 L -5 L
Headroom, Row 1 965 mm 1,001 mm 964 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,369 mm 1,405 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,346 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,082 mm 1,049 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 892 mm 942 mm -50 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,323 mm 1,245 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,250 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Legroom, Row 2 770 mm 798 mm -28 mm
Total Legroom 1,852 mm (over 2 rows) 1,847 mm (over 2 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 326 L 436 L -110 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 11.5 847 L -835.5

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Honda Civic

2009 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4
5-speed automatic FWD
unbelievable much room on the rear seats see full Honda Civic review
2008 4dr Sedan 197-horsepower 2.0L I4
6-speed manual FWD
Good lumbar and side support, nicely adjustable seat and wheel. Shifter is very close to the wheel. Fits me like a glove, but my wife does find the seatback slightly tall. see full Honda Civic review
2009 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Driver seat is uncomfortable. Not upright enough. Not a great seat for correct posture. see full Honda Civic review
2008 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Seats were rock hard(in summer) see full Honda Civic review
2008 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4
5-speed manual FWD
very poor AC performance during hot weather see full Honda Civic review
2008 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4
5-speed automatic FWD
not able to fit a rear facing child seat, or very difficult to fit it. we had to even find a small size one. see full Honda Civic review
2008 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4
5-speed automatic FWD
It took me a long time to find a comfortable driving position in this car. It may because of the low seat. I was finally (mostly) successful, but it took a long time to find it, and it is very different than my typical driving position. Also, not great on long trips -- the seat is generally supportive, but it starts to break down a few hours in. see full Honda Civic review
2008 4dr Sedan 110-horsepower 1.3L I4 Hybrid
CVT FWD
No access from trunk area. Also, very strong chemical smell in vehicle...off gassing from fabrics. The prius did not have near the smell. see full Honda Civic review
 

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