Model Year | 2009 | 2022 | |
Model | Saab 9-3 | Volkswagen Arteon | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.8L V6 DOHC-4v 206 kW@5500 400 Nm@2150 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 224 kW@5350 400 Nm@2000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,675 mm | 2,842 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,653 mm | 4,864 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,763 mm | 1,872 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,539 mm | 1,443 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,692 kg | 1,785 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 62 L | 66 L | -4 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 988 mm | 958 mm | 30 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,430 mm | 1,435 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,379 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,074 mm | 1,046 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 940 mm | 940 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,400 mm | 1,389 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,181 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 892 mm | 1,021 mm | 891 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,966 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,068 mm (over 2 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 841 L | 770 L | 71 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,047 L | 1,591 L | 1 L |
2009 Saab 9-3 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Great seats! see full Saab 9-3 review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Great seats. Very supportive of back and upper thighs. Don't have tightness in shoulders and neck anymore on long drives. see full Saab 9-3 review |
2009 Saab 9-3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Limited knee room in front with rear facing car seat behind. see full Saab 9-3 review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
The seats are very comfortable, but those with longer legs (especially thighs) might have trouble getting in a comfortable position. Tall drivers may find some awkwardness with all around reach. I.E. The steering wheel doesn't telescope far enough f see full Saab 9-3 review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 280hp 2.8L V6 6-speed manual AWD |
No space. see full Saab 9-3 review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2022 Volkswagen Arteon.