| Model Year | 2006 | 2023 | |
| Model | Volkswagen New Beetle | Ford Edge | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 98.7 in | 112.2 in | -13.5 in |
| Length | 161.1 in | 188.8 in | -27.7 in |
| Width | 67.9 in | 75.9 in | -8 in |
| Height | 59.0 in | 68.3 in | -9.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 2884 lb. | 4124 lb. | -1240 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 18.3 gal. | -3.8 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 40.2 in | -2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 52.8 in | 60.3 in | -7.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.9 in | -55.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 40.5 in | -1.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 36.7 in | 40.3 in | -3.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 49.3 in | 60.5 in | -11.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 57.5 in | -57.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 33.5 in | 40.6 in | -7.1 in |
| Total Legroom | 72.9 in (over 2 rows) | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | -8.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.0 ft3 | 39.2 ft3 | -27.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 27.2 ft3 | 73.4 ft3 | -46.2 ft3 |
| 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2005 | 2dr Convertible turbocharged 150hp 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
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None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Ford Edge.