Model Year | 2021 | 2012 | |
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 | 105.9 in | 101.5 in | 4.4 in |
Length | 180.9 in | 179.3 in | 1.6 in |
Width | 73.0 in | 70.1 in | 2.9 in |
Height | 67.0 in | 59.2 in | 7.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3370 lb. | 3285 lb. | 85 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 0 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.5 in | 38.4 in | 1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.8 in | 54.8 in | 3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.3 in | 0.0 in | 54.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.0 in | 41.1 in | -0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 38.1 in | 1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.4 in | 53.1 in | 3.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 47.7 in | 0.0 in | 47.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 35.5 in | 2.3 in |
Total Legroom | 78.8 in (over 2 rows) | 76.6 in (over 2 rows) | 2.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 37.6 ft3 | 32.8 ft3 | 4.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 0.0 | 66.9 ft3 | -66.9 |
2021 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 |
2012 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 |
2012 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD |
at 6' 3" the rear seating with sun roof is a little tight. If you are taller than me do not plan to spend much time in the rear. see full Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen review |
2013 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Nice seats. Love the heated front seats see full Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen review |