Model Year | 2014 | 2018 | |
Model | Jaguar XJ | Audi TT | |
Engine | supercharged 5.0L V8 DOHC-4v 550 hp@6000 502 lb-ft@2500 |
turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 400 hp@5850 354 lb-ft@1700 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 119.4 in | 98.6 in | 20.8 in |
Length | 201.7 in | 164.7 in | 37 in |
Width | 74.6 in | 72.1 in | 2.5 in |
Height | 57.0 in | 53.2 in | 3.8 in |
Curb Weight | 4123 lb. | 3326 lb. | 797 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.7 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 7.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.4 in | 37.1 in | 1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 53.6 in | 4.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 0.0 in | 58.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.5 in | 41.1 in | 0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.6 in | 33.8 in | 4.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.2 in | 47.9 in | 10.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 58.3 in | 0.0 in | 58.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.9 in | 28.9 in | 10 in |
Total Legroom | 80.4 in (over 2 rows) | 70 in (over 2 rows) | 10.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.2 ft3 | 12.0 ft3 | 3.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.2 ft3 | 25.1 ft3 | -9.9 ft3 |
2014 Jaguar XJ Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2013 | This sporty, tailored theme continues with the shape of the 20-way-adjustable front seats. The A8's seats have even more adjustments, yet no matter how much you fiddle with them aren't nearly as form-fitting or as cosseting. The XJ's more precisely shaped, cushy (yet not at all mushy) buckets seem much more tailored to the human form. The space between their modestly sized but firm bolsters can be adjusted to provide more lateral support when this is called for. The only noteworthy shortcoming of the XJ's front seats: though the headrests can be manually adjusted fore-and-aft, even in their most rearward position these press a bit much against the back of my head. Your physique and experience may vary. The rear seats are similarly form-fitting, but without a center console to rob space. see full Jaguar XJ review |
2014 Jaguar XJ Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
As mentioned when discussing the driving position, the XJ's front seat doesn't feel nearly as roomy as those in the Audi and BMW. But it also feels sportier. What's your priority? see full Jaguar XJ review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 Jaguar XJ.
2018 Audi TT Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
I really liked the seats in the Audi TT I reviewed a couple of years ago. Somehow I liked those in the TT RS less, even though they appear to be the same seats, just with additional adjustments. This time around the bolsters didn't provide much lateral support to my lower torso, yet felt too close together higher up even when adjusted all of the way out. I don't think I've grown significantly wider. Adding adjustable bolsters to the seats might have made them fit me worse than the fixed bolsters of the earlier seat. Your experience might vary. The tested Porsche 718 Cayman S was fitted with the base seats. As such they had few adjustments and provided only a modest amount of lateral support, but were reasonably comfortable. Three optional seats have larger side bolsters, more adjustments, or both. The BMW M2's front seats, with adjustable bolsters, deliver very good if not outstanding support and comfort. And back seats? Adults of average height can squeeze into the BMW's in a pinch. Folks under five-foot-six might do the same in the Audi's if those up front don't have their seats all the way back. The Porsche has no rear seats. see full Audi TT review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Audi TT.