Model Year | 2009 | 2023 | |
Model | Saab 9-3 | Volkswagen Atlas | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,675 mm | 2,979 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,653 mm | 5,098 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,763 mm | 1,991 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,539 mm | 1,781 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,506 kg | 1,933 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 62 L | 70 L | -8 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 988 mm | 1,049 mm | 987 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,430 mm | 1,562 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,478 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,074 mm | 1,059 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 940 mm | 1,026 mm | 939 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,400 mm | 1,544 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,473 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 892 mm | 955 mm | -63 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 973 mm | -973 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,394 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,146 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 856 mm | -856 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,966 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,870 mm (over 3 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 841 L | 583 L | 258 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 29.7 | 1,572 L | 28.7 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,047 L | 2,741 L | 0 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 2023 Volkswagen Atlas.