Model Year | 2010 | 2015 | |
Model | Volkswagen Jetta / Golf / GTI | Ford Explorer | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 101.5 in | 112.6 in | -11.1 in |
Length | 179.3 in | 197.1 in | -17.8 in |
Width | 70.1 in | 78.9 in | -8.8 in |
Height | 59.2 in | 70.4 in | -11.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3228 lb. | 4534 lb. | -1306 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 18.6 gal. | -4.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.4 in | 40.6 in | -2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 61.3 in | -6.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 57.3 in | -57.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.1 in | 40.6 in | 0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 40.5 in | -2.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.1 in | 61.0 in | -7.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 56.7 in | -56.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.5 in | 39.8 in | -4.3 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.8 in | -37.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.8 in | -50.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 40.7 in | -40.7 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 33.2 in | -33.2 in |
Total Legroom | 76.6 in (over 2 rows) | 113.6 in (over 3 rows) | -37 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.8 ft3 | 21.0 ft3 | 11.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 32.8 | 43.8 ft3 | -11 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 66.9 ft3 | 80.7 ft3 | -13.8 ft3 |
2010 Volkswagen Jetta / Golf / GTI Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
I have MS, so comfortable seats are a must. This is the only car that I've been in where I could do a non-stop trip from Michigan to Washington DC in. No fatigue, no stopping for a stretch. It's that good, and VW throws in standard heated seats for the GTI. And they do mean "heated" seats, not "warmed" seats, not "take-the-edge-off" seats. Turn them on full and your bum will be roasting with in a few minutes. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Golf / GTI review |
2011 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Firm, yet comfortable. Excellent lateral support in the turns. Excellent thigh support fro taller driver. Can sit for hours and still feel comfortable. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Golf / GTI review |
2011 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Firm, supportive seats. Not too hard. Should be excellent for long road trips. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Golf / GTI review |
2011 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Good leg room for a small car. Supportive seats. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Golf / GTI review |
2011 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Good leg room and supportive seats. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Golf / GTI review |
2011 | 2dr Hatch 170-horsepower 2.5L I5 5-speed manual FWD |
Seats actually fit your body and have proper bolstering, unlike most other seats in this price range which are more like shelves for oversized American behinds. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Golf / GTI review |
2010 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Surprisingly roomy for this size of car. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Golf / GTI review |
2010 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Surprisingly roomy for this size of car. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Golf / GTI review |
2010 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Good room for a small car. Four adults can ride comfortably. Plenty of cargo room with the rear seats down. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Golf / GTI review |
2010 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
A lot of rear leg rrom when compared to the Mazda3 and A3 which I also looked at. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Golf / GTI review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Ford Explorer.