Model Year | 2012 | 2009 | |
Model | Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen | Land Rover LR2 | |
Engine | 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 170 hp@5700 177 lb-ft@4250 |
3.2L I6 DOHC-4v 230 hp@6300 234 lb-ft@3200 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 101.5 in | 104.7 in | -3.2 in |
Length | 179.3 in | 177.1 in | 2.2 in |
Width | 70.1 in | 75.1 in | -5 in |
Height | 59.2 in | 68.5 in | -9.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3285 lb. | 4255 lb. | -970 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.4 in | 40.2 in | -1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 57.6 in | -2.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.1 in | 41.9 in | -0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 39.4 in | -1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.1 in | 57.3 in | -4.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.5 in | 36.4 in | -0.9 in |
Total Legroom | 76.6 in (over 2 rows) | 78.3 in (over 2 rows) | -1.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.8 ft3 | 26.7 ft3 | 6.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 66.9 ft3 | 59.0 ft3 | 7.9 ft3 |
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 |
2009 Land Rover LR2 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 230-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Excellent seat height as well as seat back position. Good leg room and head room. see full Land Rover LR2 review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 230-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Comfortable seat position, soft leather. Plenty of room and very adjustable. see full Land Rover LR2 review |