Model Year | 2012 | 2016 | |
Model | Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen | Chevrolet Sonic | |
Engine | 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 170 hp@5700 177 lb-ft@4250 |
1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6300 125 lb-ft@3800 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,578 mm | 2,525 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,554 mm | 4,039 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,781 mm | 1,735 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,504 mm | 1,516 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,490 kg | 1,263 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 55 L | 46 L | 9 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 975 mm | 983 mm | -8 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,392 mm | 1,356 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,306 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,044 mm | 1,062 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 968 mm | 960 mm | 8 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,349 mm | 1,346 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,311 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 902 mm | 879 mm | 23 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,946 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,941 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 929 L | 538 L | 391 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,894 L | 1,351 L | 0 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 2016 Chevrolet Sonic.