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2009 Saab 9-3 and 2012 Volkswagen Eos Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2012 | |
| Model | Saab 9-3 | Volkswagen Eos | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Hardtop conv. | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 105.3 in | 101.5 in | 3.8 in |
| Length | 182.4 in | 174.1 in | 8.3 in |
| Width | 69.3 in | 70.5 in | -1.2 in |
| Height | 56.4 in | 56.9 in | -0.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3530 lb. | 3508 lb. | 22 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.4 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 1.9 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.1 in | 38.9 in | -0.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 54.7 in | 1.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 41.7 in | -0.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 35.8 in | 1.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 44.7 in | 41.5 in | 3.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 32.3 in | 32.5 in | -0.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 73.7 in (over 2 rows) | 74.2 in (over 2 rows) | -0.5 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.4 ft3 | 6.6 ft3 | 5.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.4 ft3 | 10.5 ft3 | 1.9 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Saab 9-3
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Volkswagen Eos
| 2012 Volkswagen Eos Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 2dr Hardtop conv. turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
The back seat is not comfortable and has limited leg room. While the latter may be typical of some convertibles, leg room is less than on previous convertibles I have owned. see full Volkswagen Eos review |
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