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2010 Saab 9-3 and 2012 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen Specifications
| Model Year | 2010 | 2012 | |
| Model | Saab 9-3 | Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 210 hp@5500 221 lb-ft@2500 |
2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 170 hp@5700 177 lb-ft@4250 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 105.3 in | 101.5 in | 3.8 in |
| Length | 183.2 in | 179.3 in | 3.9 in |
| Width | 69.4 in | 70.1 in | -0.7 in |
| Height | 60.6 in | 59.2 in | 1.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 3320 lb. | 3285 lb. | 35 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.4 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 1.9 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 38.4 in | 0.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 54.8 in | 1.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 41.1 in | 1.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 38.1 in | -1.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 53.1 in | 2 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.1 in | 35.5 in | -0.4 in |
| Total Legroom | 77.4 in (over 2 rows) | 76.6 in (over 2 rows) | 0.8 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 29.7 ft3 | 32.8 ft3 | -3.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 72.3 ft3 | 66.9 ft3 | 5.4 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2010 Saab 9-3
| 2010 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 |
| 2010 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 |
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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