Model Year | 2014 | 2023 | |
Model | Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen | Kia Sportage | |
Engine | 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 170 hp@5700 177 lb-ft@4250 |
2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 187 hp@6100 178 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,578 mm | 2,756 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,554 mm | 4,661 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,781 mm | 1,864 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,504 mm | 1,661 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,490 kg | 1,530 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 55 L | 54 L | 1 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 975 mm | 1,006 mm | 974 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,392 mm | 1,461 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,392 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,044 mm | 1,052 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 968 mm | 1,001 mm | 967 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,349 mm | 1,412 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,356 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 902 mm | 1,049 mm | 901 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,946 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,101 mm (over 2 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 929 L | 1,121 L | 928 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,894 L | 2,098 L | -1 L |
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 2023 Kia Sportage.