Model Year | 2009 | 2017 | |
Model | Jaguar XF | Volkswagen Passat | |
Engine | supercharged 4.2L V8 DOHC-4v 420 hp@6250 413 lb-ft@4000 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 280 hp@6200 258 lb-ft@2500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | RWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 114.5 in | 110.4 in | 4.1 in |
Length | 195.3 in | 191.6 in | 3.7 in |
Width | 71.6 in | 72.2 in | -0.6 in |
Height | 57.5 in | 58.5 in | -1 in |
Curb Weight | 4194 lb. | 3481 lb. | 713 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.4 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -0.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.0 in | 38.3 in | 0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.8 in | 56.9 in | -0.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.5 in | 42.4 in | -0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.4 in | 37.8 in | -0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 57.0 in | -0.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.6 in | 39.1 in | -2.5 in |
Total Legroom | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | -3.4 in |
Cargo Volume | 17.7 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 | 1.8 ft3 |
2009 Jaguar XF Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 300-horsepower 4.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Infinitely adjustable. Good side support,. very soft leather, but firmness control and heating/cooling make them comfortable in all conditions. see full Jaguar XF review |
2009 Jaguar XF Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 240hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
not as roomy in the rear compared to, say, the BMW 5 series, especially with the front seats set all the way back. see full Jaguar XF review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan supercharged 420hp 4.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Rear seat legroom and headroom can be tight if over 6 feet tall. see full Jaguar XF review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Volkswagen Passat.