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Volkswagen New Beetle (2008) vs. Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen (2012) Specs

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2008 Volkswagen New Beetle and 2012 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen Specifications

Model Year 2008 2012  
Model Volkswagen New Beetle Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen  
Engine 2.5L I5
DOHC-4v
150 hp@5000
170 lb-ft@3750
2.5L I5
DOHC-4v
170 hp@5700
177 lb-ft@4250
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 2dr Hatch 4dr Wagon  
      Difference
Wheelbase 98.7 in 101.5 in -2.8 in
Length 161.1 in 179.3 in -18.2 in
Width 67.9 in 70.1 in -2.2 in
Height 59.0 in 59.2 in -0.2 in
Curb Weight 2965 lb. 3285 lb. -320 lb.
Fuel Capacity 14.5 gal. 14.5 gal. 0 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.2 in 38.4 in -0.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 52.8 in 54.8 in -2 in
Legroom, Row 1 39.4 in 41.1 in -1.7 in
Headroom, Row 2 36.7 in 38.1 in -1.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 49.3 in 53.1 in -3.8 in
Legroom, Row 2 33.5 in 35.5 in -2 in
Total Legroom 72.9 in (over 2 rows) 76.6 in (over 2 rows) -3.7 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 12.0 ft3 32.8 ft3 -20.8 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 27.2 ft3 66.9 ft3 -39.7 ft3

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2012 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 
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