Model Year | 2012 | 2015 | |
Model | Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen | Mazda Mazda5 | |
Engine | 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 125 kW@5700 240 Nm@4250 |
2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 117 kW@6000 221 Nm@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Minivan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,578 mm | 2,751 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,554 mm | 4,585 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,781 mm | 1,750 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,504 mm | 1,615 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,490 kg | 1,568 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 55 L | 60 L | -5 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 975 mm | 1,034 mm | 974 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,392 mm | 1,410 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,349 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,044 mm | 1,034 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 968 mm | 1,001 mm | 967 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,349 mm | 1,410 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,468 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 902 mm | 1,001 mm | 901 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 942 mm | -942 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,252 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,039 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 775 mm | -775 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,946 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,809 mm (over 3 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 929 L | 320 L | 609 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 32.8 | 1,257 L | 31.8 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,894 L | 2,008 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 |
2015 Mazda Mazda5 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 4dr Minivan 157-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The front seat head rests are horrific. They jut out and force your head, neck and entire upper back into an uncomfortable position. I'm sure this is part of some ill-conceived anti-whiplast design, but it's awful. I'd rather risk some whiplash than drive every day with this! see full Mazda Mazda5 review |