Model Year | 2012 | 2023 | |
Model | Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen | BMW 5-Series | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,578 mm | 2,974 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,554 mm | 4,973 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,781 mm | 1,867 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,504 mm | 1,478 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,464 kg | 1,716 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 55 L | 68 L | -13 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 975 mm | 986 mm | -11 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,392 mm | 1,491 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,044 mm | 1,052 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 968 mm | 953 mm | 15 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,349 mm | 1,420 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 902 mm | 927 mm | -25 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,946 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,979 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 929 L | 396 L | 533 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,894 L | 14.0 | -13 L |
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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 BMW 5-Series.