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Subaru Forester (2012) vs. Volkswagen Jetta (2018) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2012 Subaru Forester and 2018 Volkswagen Jetta specs.

2012 Subaru Forester and 2018 Volkswagen Jetta Specifications

Model Year 2012 2018  
Model Subaru Forester Volkswagen Jetta  
Engine turbocharged
2.5L H4
DOHC-4v
224 hp@5600
226 lb-ft@3600
turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
210 hp@5300
207 lb-ft@1700
 
Transmission 4-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed automated manual  
Drivetrain AWD FWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,616 mm 2,652 mm 0 mm
Length 4,559 mm 4,656 mm 0 mm
Width 1,781 mm 1,778 mm 0 mm
Height 1,674 mm 1,453 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,560 kg 1,455 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 64 L 55 L 9 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,057 mm 970 mm -969 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,425 mm 1,402 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,095 mm 1,046 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 1,016 mm 942 mm -941 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,412 mm 1,361 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 965 mm 968 mm -3 mm
Total Legroom 2,060 mm (over 2 rows) 2,014 mm (over 2 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 949 L 445 L 504 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 1,934 L 15.7 -14.7 L

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Subaru Forester

2012 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
The rear seat room is generous. see full Subaru Forester review
 

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