Lexus IS (2013) vs. Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen (2013) Specs

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2013 Lexus IS and 2013 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen Specifications

Model Year	2013	2013
Model	Lexus IS	Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen
Engine
Transmission
Drivetrain
Body	4dr Sedan	4dr Wagon
			Difference
Wheelbase	107.5 in	101.5 in	6 in
Length	180.1 in	179.3 in	0.8 in
Width	70.9 in	70.1 in	0.8 in
Height	56.1 in	59.2 in	-3.1 in
Curb Weight	3455 lb.	3228 lb.	227 lb.
Fuel Capacity	17.2 gal.	14.5 gal.	2.7 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	37.2 in	38.4 in	-1.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	54.4 in	54.8 in	-0.4 in
Hip Room, Row 1	54.1 in	0.0 in	54.1 in
Legroom, Row 1	43.9 in	41.1 in	2.8 in
Headroom, Row 2	36.7 in	38.1 in	-1.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	52.7 in	53.1 in	-0.4 in
Hip Room, Row 2	53.7 in	0.0 in	53.7 in
Legroom, Row 2	30.6 in	35.5 in	-4.9 in
Total Legroom	74.5 in (over 2 rows)	76.6 in (over 2 rows)	-2.1 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	13.0 ft³	32.8 ft³	-19.8 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	13.0 ft³	66.9 ft³	-53.9 ft³

2013 Lexus IS Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Comment
2014	Following the Germans' lead, many car makers have been fitting firmer and firmer seats. Cadillac might have once been known for seats you could sink deep into, but those in the ATS are the opposite, with too little give and contours that are far from form-fitting. No fear, Lexus hasn't done the same with the IS. Even the more heavily bolstered seats that are part of the F Sport package lack hard points, which helps them provide a slop-free fit for a wide range of body types. (Oddly, you'll find seats similar to these in some Chrysler people haulers.) Personally, I wouldn't mind a little firmer support, but then I also prefer a firm mattress. Notably, the lumbar support in the Lexus IS is only two-way and the spread of the side bolsters is not adjustable. For four-way lumbar support and adjustable side bolsters (plus somewhat firmer support) you need to step up to the larger Lexus GS. see full Lexus IS review

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2013 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

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