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Subaru Forester (2018) vs. Volkswagen Beetle (2018) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2018 Subaru Forester and 2018 Volkswagen Beetle specs.

2018 Subaru Forester and 2018 Volkswagen Beetle Specifications

Model Year 2018 2018  
Model Subaru Forester Volkswagen Beetle  
Engine turbocharged
2.0L H4
DOHC-4v
250 hp@5600
258 lb-ft@2000
turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
174 hp@5000
184 lb-ft@1500
 
Transmission 8-speed shiftable CVT 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain AWD FWD  
Body 4dr SUV 2dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 103.9 in 100.0 in 3.9 in
Length 180.9 in 168.4 in 12.5 in
Width 70.7 in 71.2 in -0.5 in
Height 66.4 in 58.5 in 7.9 in
Curb Weight 3653 lb. 3012 lb. 641 lb.
Fuel Capacity 15.9 gal. 14.5 gal. 1.4 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 41.4 in 39.4 in 2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 57.0 in 55.3 in 1.7 in
Hip Room, Row 1 53.9 in 0.0 in 53.9 in
Legroom, Row 1 43.0 in 41.3 in 1.7 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.8 in 37.1 in 2.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 56.5 in 49.0 in 7.5 in
Hip Room, Row 2 53.0 in 0.0 in 53 in
Legroom, Row 2 38.0 in 31.4 in 6.6 in
Total Legroom 81 in (over 2 rows) 72.7 in (over 2 rows) 8.3 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 34.4 ft3 15.4 ft3 19 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 74.7 ft3 29.9 ft3 44.8 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2018 Subaru Forester

2018 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2017 4dr SUV turbocharged 250hp 2.0L H4
8-speed shiftable CVT AWD
- Terrible front seat support - The cushions are too short - It's not noticeable on a test drive right away. I would not have bought the car! Test drive extensively! - Surfaces where your elbows would lay are too hard - I purchased foam pads to make it feel better. - Tall drivers like myself will struggle with the telescoping wheel's short extension range. - It is hard to get into a fully comfortable driving position. The memory seats in the XT help somewhat by retaining your seat settings if moved. - Front seat cushions are too short - Yes I said this twice - Front seat cushions are too short - Yes I said this THREE times! Subaru are you listening? The front seat cushions are WAY TOO SHORT! see full Subaru Forester review
 

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