Model Year | 2019 | 2011 | |
Model | Toyota RAV4 | Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen | |
Engine | 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 203 hp@6600 184 lb-ft@5000 |
2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 170 hp@5700 177 lb-ft@4250 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,690 mm | 2,578 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,595 mm | 4,554 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,854 mm | 1,781 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,702 mm | 1,504 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,529 kg | 1,490 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 55 L | 55 L | 0 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,003 mm | 975 mm | -974 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,468 mm | 1,392 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,379 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,041 mm | 1,044 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,003 mm | 968 mm | -967 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,433 mm | 1,349 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,212 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 960 mm | 902 mm | 58 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,002 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,946 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 1,065 L | 929 L | -928 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 0 L | 1,894 L | -1 L |
2019 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
I initially noted that the well-bolstered driver seat felt "ok." But after a few hours in it my rear started to feel sore. To be fair, I haven't had enough seat time in competitors to state that they fit me better. And even if they do, this could just be me. People come in many different shapes and sizes, have different postures, and so forth. Pity seat designers! The upshot: no one else can tell you how comfortable a seat will be for you. Make the test drive as long as you can before buying. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2019 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2020 | 4dr SUV 176-horsepower 2.5L I4 Hybrid 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
Seats are comfortable but the cockpit seems designed to enfold you and while there is plenty of dose it doesn't feel roomy. The console is over large. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2011 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I am a tall guy with big feet, so my vehicle choices are greatly restricted. The Jetta Sportwagen (Golf Wagon here in Canada) is very comfortable on long drives. see full Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen review |