Model Year | 2013 | 2015 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz E-Class | Volkswagen Jetta | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 Hybrid DOHC-4v 302 hp@6500 273 lb-ft@3500 |
turbocharged 1.4L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 170 hp@5000 184 lb-ft@1000 |
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Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | RWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 113.1 in | 104.4 in | 8.7 in |
Length | 191.7 in | 183.3 in | 8.4 in |
Width | 73.0 in | 70.0 in | 3 in |
Height | 57.7 in | 57.2 in | 0.5 in |
Curb Weight | 4189 lb. | 3411 lb. | 778 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 6.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.9 in | 38.2 in | -0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.8 in | 55.2 in | 2.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 41.2 in | 0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.2 in | 37.1 in | 1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.9 in | 53.6 in | 3.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.8 in | 38.1 in | -2.3 in |
Total Legroom | 77.1 in (over 2 rows) | 79.3 in (over 2 rows) | -2.2 in |
Cargo Volume | 15.9 ft3 | 15.7 ft3 | 0.2 ft3 |
2013 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Wagon 302-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Great comfort. Low dash makes seeing out good for my short wife. see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Volkswagen Jetta.