Model Year | 2014 | 2012 | |
Model | Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen | Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban | |
Engine | 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 170 hp@5700 177 lb-ft@4250 |
5.3L V8 OHV-2v 320 hp@5400 335 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 101.5 in | 116.0 in | -14.5 in |
Length | 179.3 in | 202.0 in | -22.7 in |
Width | 70.1 in | 79.0 in | -8.9 in |
Height | 59.2 in | 76.9 in | -17.7 in |
Curb Weight | 3228 lb. | 5448 lb. | -2220 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 26.0 gal. | -11.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.4 in | 41.1 in | -2.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 65.3 in | -10.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 64.4 in | -64.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.1 in | 41.3 in | -0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 39.2 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.1 in | 65.2 in | -12.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 60.6 in | -60.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.5 in | 39.0 in | -3.5 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.9 in | -37.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 61.7 in | -61.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 49.1 in | -49.1 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 25.6 in | -25.6 in |
Total Legroom | 76.6 in (over 2 rows) | 105.9 in (over 3 rows) | -29.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.8 ft3 | 16.9 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 32.8 | 60.3 ft3 | -27.5 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 66.9 ft3 | 108.9 ft3 | -42 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 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban.