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2009 Pontiac G5 and 2012 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2012 | |
| Model | Pontiac G5 | Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen | |
| Engine | 2.2L I4 DOHC-4v 155 hp@6100 150 lb-ft@4900 |
2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 170 hp@5700 177 lb-ft@4250 |
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| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr Wagon | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 103.5 in | 101.5 in | 2 in |
| Length | 179.8 in | 179.3 in | 0.5 in |
| Width | 67.5 in | 70.1 in | -2.6 in |
| Height | 55.6 in | 59.2 in | -3.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 2991 lb. | 3285 lb. | -294 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 14.5 gal. | -1.3 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.1 in | 38.4 in | -0.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.1 in | 54.8 in | -1.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 49.4 in | 0.0 in | 49.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.0 in | 41.1 in | 0.9 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 35.7 in | 38.1 in | -2.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 49.3 in | 53.1 in | -3.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 46.3 in | 0.0 in | 46.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 32.2 in | 35.5 in | -3.3 in |
| Total Legroom | 74.2 in (over 2 rows) | 76.6 in (over 2 rows) | -2.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.9 ft3 | 32.8 ft3 | -18.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.9 ft3 | 66.9 ft3 | -53 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Pontiac G5
| 2009 Pontiac G5 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 2dr Coupe 155-horsepower 2.2L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Comfortable for long rides see full Pontiac G5 review |
| 2009 Pontiac G5 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 2dr Coupe 155-horsepower 2.2L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
getting into the back seat is difficult see full Pontiac G5 review |
| 2008 | 2dr Coupe 171-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
small but it is a small car, besides I drive all the time! see full Pontiac G5 review |
| 2008 | 2dr Coupe 148-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
I prefer a larger car see full Pontiac G5 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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