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Mazda Mazda3 (2016) vs. Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen (2012) Specs

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2016 Mazda Mazda3 and 2012 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen Specifications

Model Year 2016 2012  
Model Mazda Mazda3 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen  
Engine 2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
155 hp@6000
148 lb-ft@4000
2.5L I5
DOHC-4v
170 hp@5700
177 lb-ft@4250
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 5-speed manual  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Hatch 4dr Wagon  
      Difference
Wheelbase 106.3 in 101.5 in 4.8 in
Length 175.6 in 179.3 in -3.7 in
Width 70.7 in 70.1 in 0.6 in
Height 57.3 in 59.2 in -1.9 in
Curb Weight 2915 lb. 3228 lb. -313 lb.
Fuel Capacity 13.2 gal. 14.5 gal. -1.3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.6 in 38.4 in 0.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 57.2 in 54.8 in 2.4 in
Hip Room, Row 1 55.5 in 0.0 in 55.5 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.2 in 41.1 in 1.1 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.6 in 38.1 in -0.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 54.4 in 53.1 in 1.3 in
Hip Room, Row 2 53.5 in 0.0 in 53.5 in
Legroom, Row 2 35.8 in 35.5 in 0.3 in
Total Legroom 78 in (over 2 rows) 76.6 in (over 2 rows) 1.4 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 20.2 ft3 32.8 ft3 -12.6 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 47.1 ft3 66.9 ft3 -19.8 ft3

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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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