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Mazda MX-5 Miata (2012) vs. Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata and 2012 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen specs.

2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata and 2012 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen Specifications

Model Year 2012 2012  
Model Mazda MX-5 Miata Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 2dr Convertible 4dr Wagon  
      Difference
Wheelbase 91.7 in 101.5 in -9.8 in
Length 157.3 in 179.3 in -22 in
Width 67.7 in 70.1 in -2.4 in
Height 49.0 in 59.2 in -10.2 in
Curb Weight 2441 lb. 3228 lb. -787 lb.
Fuel Capacity 12.7 gal. 14.5 gal. -1.8 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 37.4 in 38.4 in -1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 53.2 in 54.8 in -1.6 in
Hip Room, Row 1 50.6 in 0.0 in 50.6 in
Legroom, Row 1 43.1 in 41.1 in 2 in
Headroom, Row 2 0.0 in 38.1 in -38.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 0.0 in 53.1 in -53.1 in
Legroom, Row 2 0.0 in 35.5 in -35.5 in
Total Legroom 43.1 in (over 1 rows) 76.6 in (over 2 rows) -33.5 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 5.3 ft3 32.8 ft3 -27.5 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 5.3 ft3 66.9 ft3 -61.6 ft3

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata

2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
The first con is the obvious one, and a deal killer for many people. While the FR-S has a barely usable rear seat, the MX-5 Miata has none at all. see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata

2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 2dr Convertible 167-horsepower 2.0L I4
6-speed manual RWD
not for a large peron see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen

2012 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L I5
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
I am a tall guy with big feet, so my vehicle choices are greatly restricted. The Jetta Sportwagen (Golf Wagon here in Canada) is very comfortable on long drives. see full Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen review
2012 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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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