Model Year | 2012 | 2019 | |
Model | Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen | Ford Explorer | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,578 mm | 2,860 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,554 mm | 5,037 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,781 mm | 2,004 mm | -1 mm |
Height | 1,504 mm | 1,778 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,464 kg | 2,022 kg | -1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 55 L | 70 L | -15 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 975 mm | 1,052 mm | 974 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,392 mm | 1,562 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,455 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,044 mm | 1,031 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 968 mm | 1,031 mm | 967 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,349 mm | 1,549 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,443 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 902 mm | 1,003 mm | 901 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 960 mm | -960 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,290 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,034 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 846 mm | -846 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,946 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,880 mm (over 3 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 929 L | 595 L | 334 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 32.8 | 1,243 L | 31.8 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,894 L | 2,313 L | -1 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 2019 Ford Explorer.