Model Year | 2010 | 2012 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz C-Class | Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 108.7 in | 101.5 in | 7.2 in |
Length | 182.3 in | 179.3 in | 3 in |
Width | 69.7 in | 70.1 in | -0.4 in |
Height | 56.3 in | 59.2 in | -2.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3527 lb. | 3228 lb. | 299 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.4 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 2.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.1 in | 38.4 in | -1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 54.8 in | -0.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.3 in | 0.0 in | 52.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 41.1 in | 0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 38.1 in | -1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 53.1 in | 2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 0.0 in | 54.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.4 in | 35.5 in | -2.1 in |
Total Legroom | 75.1 in (over 2 rows) | 76.6 in (over 2 rows) | -1.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.4 ft3 | 32.8 ft3 | -20.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.4 ft3 | 66.9 ft3 | -54.5 ft3 |
2010 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
This car has a very small back seat. If you want to carry passengers for a long distance, get an E class. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 228-horsepower 3.0L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The seat causes no discomfort to my tailbone like many ohter cars. Furthermore, the padding is firm and feels like it will last a long time. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 228-horsepower 3.0L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Mercedes-Benz makes the best seats in the business, period. Even after a 10 hour drive, my back did not hurt. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
2010 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan supercharged 181hp 1.8L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Not much leg room when compared to other luxury entries. No flat floor so a 3rd passenger in the rear is not possible. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan supercharged 181hp 1.8L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Center console and stack cut into front side leg room, my left leg is always up against the center console. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
2012 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 | ||
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 |