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Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen (2012) vs. Chevrolet Impala (2011) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2012 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen and 2011 Chevrolet Impala specs.

2012 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen and 2011 Chevrolet Impala Specifications

Model Year 2012 2011  
Model Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen Chevrolet Impala  
Engine 2.5L I5
DOHC-4v
170 hp@5700
177 lb-ft@4250
3.5L V6
OHV-2v
211 hp@5800
214 lb-ft@4000
 
Transmission 5-speed manual 4-speed automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Wagon 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,578 mm 2,807 mm 0 mm
Length 4,554 mm 5,090 mm -1 mm
Width 1,781 mm 1,852 mm 0 mm
Height 1,504 mm 1,491 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,464 kg 1,613 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 55 L 64 L -9 L
Headroom, Row 1 975 mm 1,001 mm 974 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,392 mm 1,491 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 0 mm 1,433 mm -1 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,044 mm 1,074 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 968 mm 960 mm 8 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,349 mm 1,488 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 0 mm 1,453 mm -1 mm
Legroom, Row 2 902 mm 955 mm -53 mm
Total Legroom 1,946 mm (over 2 rows) 2,029 mm (over 2 rows) -1 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 929 L 527 L 402 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 1,894 L 18.6 -17.6 L

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen

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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