| 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
2016 Subaru Forester and 2014 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen Specifications
| Model Year | 2016 | 2014 | |
| Model | Subaru Forester | Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,639 mm | 2,578 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,595 mm | 4,554 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,796 mm | 1,781 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,687 mm | 1,504 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,495 kg | 1,464 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 60 L | 55 L | 5 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,052 mm | 975 mm | -974 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,448 mm | 1,392 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,092 mm | 1,044 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 1,011 mm | 968 mm | -967 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,435 mm | 1,349 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 965 mm | 902 mm | 63 mm |
| Total Legroom | 2,057 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,946 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 974 L | 929 L | 45 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,115 L | 1,894 L | 1 L |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2016 Subaru Forester
| 2016 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2015 | 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 CVT AWD |
I'm 6'3" and often don't fit comfortable in vehicles. I found this had a very nice amount of front seat room. The center console tends to stay out of the way as well, some newer designs have the center stack moving into where my right knee would be. It's a very noticeable improvement over my previous 2009 Escape. I actually found the Forester more comfortable for me than the Outback. I was expecting the opposite. see full Subaru Forester review |
| 2015 | 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 CVT AWD |
After looking at Explorer's, I was surprised how much more room the Forester had in the back seat. Granted it doesn't have a third row, but if you don't need a 3rd row, the Forester is hard to beat in this segment for rear seat room. We can put a forward facing child seat in the back, move the front seat up a about 2 inches from all the way back and there's still plenty of front passenger room and my 1.5 year old son can't kick the back of the seat. see full Subaru Forester review |
| 2016 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen
| 2014 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 |
See TrueDelta's information for all SUVs
See TrueDelta's information for all Subaru models.
