| Model Year | 2013 | 2016 | |
| Model | Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen | Ford C-MAX | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 101.5 in | 104.3 in | -2.8 in |
| Length | 179.3 in | 173.6 in | 5.7 in |
| Width | 70.1 in | 72.0 in | -1.9 in |
| Height | 59.2 in | 63.9 in | -4.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 3228 lb. | 3607 lb. | -379 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 13.5 gal. | 1 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.4 in | 41.0 in | -2.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 55.9 in | -1.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 54.3 in | -54.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.1 in | 40.4 in | 0.7 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 39.4 in | -1.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.1 in | 55.2 in | -2.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 51.9 in | -51.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.5 in | 36.5 in | -1 in |
| Total Legroom | 76.6 in (over 2 rows) | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | -0.3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.8 ft3 | 24.5 ft3 | 8.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 66.9 ft3 | 52.6 ft3 | 14.3 ft3 |
| 2013 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 Ford C-MAX.