Model Year | 2013 | 2022 | |
Model | Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen | Kia Niro | |
Engine | 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 170 hp@5700 177 lb-ft@4250 |
Electric 201 hp 291 lb-ft |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 1-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 101.5 in | 106.3 in | -4.8 in |
Length | 179.3 in | 171.5 in | 7.8 in |
Width | 70.1 in | 71.1 in | -1 in |
Height | 59.2 in | 60.8 in | -1.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3285 lb. | 3854 lb. | -569 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 11.9 gal. | 2.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.4 in | 40.1 in | -1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 56.0 in | -1.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 53.7 in | -53.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.1 in | 41.7 in | -0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 39.1 in | -1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.1 in | 55.2 in | -2.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 48.3 in | -48.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.5 in | 37.4 in | -1.9 in |
Total Legroom | 76.6 in (over 2 rows) | 79.1 in (over 2 rows) | -2.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.8 ft3 | 22.4 ft3 | 10.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 66.9 ft3 | 63.2 ft3 | 3.7 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 2022 Kia Niro.