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Subaru Forester (2012) vs. Volkswagen Passat (2017) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2012 Subaru Forester and 2017 Volkswagen Passat specs.

2012 Subaru Forester and 2017 Volkswagen Passat Specifications

Model Year 2012 2017  
Model Subaru Forester Volkswagen Passat  
Engine turbocharged
2.5L H4
DOHC-4v
167 kW@5600
306 Nm@3600
3.6L V6
DOHC-4v
206 kW@6200
350 Nm@2500
 
Transmission 4-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed automated manual  
Drivetrain AWD FWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,616 mm 2,804 mm 0 mm
Length 4,559 mm 4,867 mm 0 mm
Width 1,781 mm 1,834 mm 0 mm
Height 1,674 mm 1,486 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,560 kg 1,579 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 64 L 70 L -6 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,057 mm 973 mm -972 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,425 mm 1,445 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,095 mm 1,077 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 1,016 mm 960 mm -959 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,412 mm 1,448 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 965 mm 993 mm -28 mm
Total Legroom 2,060 mm (over 2 rows) 2,070 mm (over 2 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 949 L 450 L 499 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 1,934 L 15.9 -14.9 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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