Model Year | 2014 | 2011 | |
Model | Jeep Patriot | Audi A3 | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 172 hp@6000 165 lb-ft@4400 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1800 |
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Transmission | 5-speed manual | 6-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.7 in | 101.5 in | 2.2 in |
Length | 173.8 in | 168.7 in | 5.1 in |
Width | 69.2 in | 69.5 in | -0.3 in |
Height | 65.5 in | 56.0 in | 9.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3293 lb. | 3479 lb. | -186 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.6 gal. | 15.0 gal. | -1.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.0 in | 38.1 in | 2.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.3 in | 54.3 in | 0 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.3 in | 0.0 in | 52.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 41.2 in | -0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.9 in | 36.9 in | 3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.0 in | 52.8 in | 1.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.0 in | 0.0 in | 51 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.4 in | 34.8 in | 4.6 in |
Total Legroom | 80 in (over 2 rows) | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.0 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 | 9.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 53.5 ft3 | 54.6 ft3 | -1.1 ft3 |
2014 Jeep Patriot Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2015 | 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The front seats are uncomfortable. They are both crooked, leaning to the side, so you need a pillow to isolate your back from the side bolster on one side that digs into your back. The head restraints push your neck forward and are not removable for adjustment. The driver's seat could use a height adjuster ( apparently available as an option on some models ). see full Jeep Patriot review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Audi A3.