Model Year | 2012 | 2008 | |
Model | Toyota Avalon | Volkswagen Touareg | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 200 kW@6200 336 Nm@4700 |
4.2L V8 DOHC-4v 257 kW@6800 439 Nm@3500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,819 mm | 2,855 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 5,019 mm | 4,755 mm | 1 mm |
Width | 1,849 mm | 1,928 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,486 mm | 1,727 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,620 kg | 2,404 kg | -1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 70 L | 100 L | -30 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 988 mm | 983 mm | 5 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,509 mm | 1,466 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,417 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,049 mm | 1,049 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 953 mm | 973 mm | -20 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,478 mm | 1,458 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,427 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 1,039 mm | 904 mm | -903 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,088 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,953 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 408 L | 878 L | -470 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.4 | 2,010 L | 12.4 |
2012 Toyota Avalon Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
Compounding the Avalon's lack of suspension compliance, its seats are also firm, yet lacking in lateral support. You very much sit on them rather than in them. On a long drive my rear end reported impinged circulation. The front passenger is even worse off, as the tilt of that seat can be adjusted only in the Limited. Rear seat passengers also complained about overly firm, insufficiently contoured cushions. see full Toyota Avalon review |
2012 Toyota Avalon Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Heated seats are wonderful in winter. Dual zone heater/air conditioner a plus for driver/passenger comfort. Back-up camera is handy for checking what the mirrors don't pick up. Quiet, smooth engine/transmission. Comfortable seats are easily adjustable. Easy access and good leg-room in rear seats. see full Toyota Avalon review |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Heated seats are wonderful in winter. Dual zone heater/air conditioner a plus for driver/passenger comfort. Back-up camera is handy for checking what the mirrors don't pick up. Quiet, smooth engine/transmission. Comfortable seats are easily adjustable. Easy access and good leg-room in rear seats. see full Toyota Avalon review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2008 Volkswagen Touareg.