Model Year | 2014 | 2016 | |
Model | Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen | BMW i3 | |
Engine | 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 170 hp@5700 177 lb-ft@4250 |
Electric 168 hp 184 lb-ft |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 1-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 101.5 in | 101.2 in | 0.3 in |
Length | 179.3 in | 157.4 in | 21.9 in |
Width | 70.1 in | 69.9 in | 0.2 in |
Height | 59.2 in | 62.1 in | -2.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3285 lb. | 2634 lb. | 651 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 2.4 gal. | 12.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.4 in | 39.6 in | -1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 54.8 in | 0 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.1 in | 0.0 in | 41.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 37.2 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.1 in | 50.4 in | 2.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.5 in | 0.0 in | 35.5 in |
Total Legroom | 76.6 in (over 2 rows) | 0 in (over 1 rows) | 76.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.8 ft3 | 2.8 ft3 | 30 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 66.9 ft3 | 11.8 ft3 | 55.1 ft3 |
2014 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 2016 BMW i3.