Model Year | 2009 | 2013 | |
Model | Mercury Mariner | Volkswagen Golf / GTI | |
Engine | 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 240 hp@6550 223 lb-ft@4300 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 256 hp@4300 243 lb-ft@2400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.1 in | 101.5 in | 1.6 in |
Length | 175.2 in | 165.4 in | 9.8 in |
Width | 71.1 in | 70.3 in | 0.8 in |
Height | 67.7 in | 58.3 in | 9.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3549 lb. | 3326 lb. | 223 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.5 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.4 in | 39.3 in | 1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.6 in | 54.7 in | 1.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.4 in | 0.0 in | 53.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 41.2 in | 0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 38.5 in | 0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.9 in | 52.8 in | 3.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.1 in | 0.0 in | 49.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 35.5 in | 0.1 in |
Total Legroom | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 76.7 in (over 2 rows) | 0.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 29.2 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 | 14.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 66.3 ft3 | 46.0 ft3 | 20.3 ft3 |
2009 Mercury Mariner Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 0 171-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed automatic FWD |
comfort front seat see full Mercury Mariner review |
2013 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Four adults can easily and comfortably fit in this car, with plenty of room for luggage. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review |