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Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen (2013) vs. Nissan Versa (2011) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2013 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen and 2011 Nissan Versa specs.

2013 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen and 2011 Nissan Versa Specifications

Model Year 2013 2011  
Model Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen Nissan Versa  
Engine 2.5L I5
DOHC-4v
170 hp@5700
177 lb-ft@4250
1.8L I4
DOHC-4v
122 hp@5200
127 lb-ft@4800
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 4-speed automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Wagon 4dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 101.5 in 102.4 in -0.9 in
Length 179.3 in 169.1 in 10.2 in
Width 70.1 in 66.7 in 3.4 in
Height 59.2 in 60.4 in -1.2 in
Curb Weight 3285 lb. 2751 lb. 534 lb.
Fuel Capacity 14.5 gal. 13.2 gal. 1.3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.4 in 40.6 in -2.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 54.8 in 53.5 in 1.3 in
Hip Room, Row 1 0.0 in 48.8 in -48.8 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.1 in 41.4 in -0.3 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.1 in 38.3 in -0.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 53.1 in 50.7 in 2.4 in
Hip Room, Row 2 0.0 in 47.2 in -47.2 in
Legroom, Row 2 35.5 in 38.0 in -2.5 in
Total Legroom 76.6 in (over 2 rows) 79.4 in (over 2 rows) -2.8 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 32.8 ft3 17.8 ft3 15 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 66.9 ft3 50.4 ft3 16.5 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen

2013 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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Nissan Versa

2011 Nissan Versa Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr Sedan 109-horsepower 1.6L I4
CVT FWD
Only subcompact we test drove that could actually fit four adults. More rear leg room than many midsize cars. see full Nissan Versa review
2011 4dr Hatch 122-horsepower 1.8L I4
6-speed manual FWD
The seats were ample, and well supported. In my last two cars (a Corolla and a Legacy) I needed a lumbar cushion, but not in the Versa. The seat bottoms also supported my thighs for enough of their length for comfort. see full Nissan Versa review
 
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