Model Year | 2010 | 2023 | |
Model | Saab 9-5 | Volkswagen Golf | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 111.7 in | 103.6 in | 8.1 in |
Length | 197.2 in | 168.8 in | 28.4 in |
Width | 73.5 in | 70.4 in | 3.1 in |
Height | 57.7 in | 57.6 in | 0.1 in |
Curb Weight | 4354 lb. | 3113 lb. | 1241 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 4.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 38.5 in | 0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.6 in | 55.9 in | 1.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 53.4 in | -53.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 41.2 in | 1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.9 in | 38.1 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.4 in | 53.9 in | 2.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 46.3 in | -46.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.8 in | 35.0 in | 3.8 in |
Total Legroom | 81 in (over 2 rows) | 76.2 in (over 2 rows) | 4.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.2 ft3 | 19.9 ft3 | -1.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 18.2 ft3 | 34.5 ft3 | -16.3 ft3 |
2010 Saab 9-5 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 220hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
One of the roomiest back seats of any vehicle. Test drove competitors TL, A4 and 3-series and found that none of their backseat room was anywhere close to the Saab's. Also the truck is extremely large making the car very useful for a growing family. see full Saab 9-5 review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 220hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual AWD |
Most car seats can be comfortable for a 1 hour drive. Few can be comfortable for a 4 hour drive. Luckily the Saab seats fall into the latter category. see full Saab 9-5 review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Volkswagen Golf.