Model Year | 2013 | 2011 | |
Model | Volkswagen Golf / GTI | Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 Diesel DOHC-4v 140 hp@4000 236 lb-ft@1750 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 Diesel DOHC-4v 140 hp@4000 236 lb-ft@1750 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automated manual | 6-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 101.5 in | 101.5 in | 0 in |
Length | 165.4 in | 179.3 in | -13.9 in |
Width | 70.3 in | 70.1 in | 0.2 in |
Height | 58.3 in | 59.2 in | -0.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3025 lb. | 3327 lb. | -302 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 0 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.3 in | 38.4 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 54.8 in | -0.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 41.1 in | 0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 38.1 in | 0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.8 in | 53.1 in | -0.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.5 in | 35.5 in | 0 in |
Total Legroom | 76.7 in (over 2 rows) | 76.6 in (over 2 rows) | 0.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.0 ft3 | 32.8 ft3 | -17.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 46.0 ft3 | 66.9 ft3 | -20.9 ft3 |
2013 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Four adults can easily and comfortably fit in this car, with plenty of room for luggage. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI 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 |