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2012 Subaru Forester and 2017 Volkswagen Passat Specifications
| Model Year | 2012 | 2017 | |
| Model | Subaru Forester | Volkswagen Passat | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 224 hp@5600 226 lb-ft@3600 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 280 hp@6200 258 lb-ft@2500 |
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| Transmission | 4-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automated manual | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 103.0 in | 110.4 in | -7.4 in |
| Length | 179.5 in | 191.6 in | -12.1 in |
| Width | 70.1 in | 72.2 in | -2.1 in |
| Height | 65.9 in | 58.5 in | 7.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 3440 lb. | 3481 lb. | -41 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -1.6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 38.3 in | 3.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.1 in | 56.9 in | -0.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 43.1 in | 42.4 in | 0.7 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 40.0 in | 37.8 in | 2.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.6 in | 57.0 in | -1.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 39.1 in | -1.1 in |
| Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | -0.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 33.5 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 | 17.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 68.3 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 | 52.4 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Subaru Forester
| 2012 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The rear seat room is generous. see full Subaru Forester review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2017 Volkswagen Passat
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Volkswagen Passat.
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