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Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen (2012) vs. Mazda Mazda3 (2019) Specs

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2012 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen and 2019 Mazda Mazda3 Specifications

Model Year 2012 2019  
Model Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen Mazda Mazda3  
Engine 2.5L I5
DOHC-4v
170 hp@5700
177 lb-ft@4250
2.5L I4
DOHC-4v
186 hp@6000
186 lb-ft@4000
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Wagon 4dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 101.5 in 107.3 in -5.8 in
Length 179.3 in 175.6 in 3.7 in
Width 70.1 in 70.7 in -0.6 in
Height 59.2 in 56.7 in 2.5 in
Curb Weight 3285 lb. 3082 lb. 203 lb.
Fuel Capacity 14.5 gal. 13.2 gal. 1.3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.4 in 38.6 in -0.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 54.8 in 55.7 in -0.9 in
Hip Room, Row 1 0.0 in 54.6 in -54.6 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.1 in 42.3 in -1.2 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.1 in 37.2 in 0.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 53.1 in 53.4 in -0.3 in
Hip Room, Row 2 0.0 in 50.9 in -50.9 in
Legroom, Row 2 35.5 in 35.1 in 0.4 in
Total Legroom 76.6 in (over 2 rows) 77.4 in (over 2 rows) -0.8 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 32.8 ft3 20.1 ft3 12.7 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 66.9 ft3 0.0 66.9 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen

2012 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

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