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2009 Mercedes-Benz R-Class and 2012 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2012 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz R-Class | Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen | |
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| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 126.6 in | 101.5 in | 25.1 in |
| Length | 203.0 in | 179.3 in | 23.7 in |
| Width | 75.7 in | 70.1 in | 5.6 in |
| Height | 65.4 in | 59.2 in | 6.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 4829 lb. | 3228 lb. | 1601 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 25.1 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 10.6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 38.4 in | 1.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 60.3 in | 54.8 in | 5.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 41.1 in | -1.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 40.4 in | 38.1 in | 2.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.6 in | 53.1 in | 6.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.2 in | 35.5 in | 0.7 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 37.2 in | 0.0 in | 37.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 52.8 in | 0.0 in | 52.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 32.4 in | 0.0 in | 32.4 in |
| Total Legroom | 108.4 in (over 3 rows) | 76.6 in (over 2 rows) | 31.8 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.3 ft3 | 32.8 ft3 | -17.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 42.2 ft3 | 32.8 | 9.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 85.0 ft3 | 66.9 ft3 | 18.1 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Mercedes-Benz R-Class
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very roomie see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Three different lumbar pumps...don't seem to be very different in what is inflated. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class 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 | ||
| 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 |
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