Model Year | 2012 | 2023 | |
Model | Scion tC | Volkswagen Jetta | |
Engine | 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 180 hp@6000 173 lb-ft@4100 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 228 hp@5000 258 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 7-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 105.7 in | 0.6 in |
Length | 174.0 in | 186.5 in | -12.5 in |
Width | 70.7 in | 70.8 in | -0.1 in |
Height | 55.7 in | 57.7 in | -2 in |
Curb Weight | 3060 lb. | 3355 lb. | -295 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 1.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.7 in | 38.5 in | -0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 55.9 in | -0.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.6 in | 53.0 in | -0.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 41.1 in | 0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 37.2 in | -0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.1 in | 54.0 in | -1.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 48.5 in | 51.4 in | -2.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.6 in | 37.4 in | -2.8 in |
Total Legroom | 76.4 in (over 2 rows) | 78.5 in (over 2 rows) | -2.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.7 ft3 | 14.1 ft3 | 0.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 34.5 ft3 | 14.1 ft3 | 20.4 ft3 |
2012 Scion tC Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 2dr Hatch 180-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
A fastback car with actual usable back seats! Coupes tend to have cramped back setas, but in this case it is very comfortable sitting in the back for extended periods of time. see full Scion tC review |
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