Model Year | 2012 | 2010 | |
Model | Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen | Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Engine | 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 170 hp@5700 177 lb-ft@4250 |
3.2L V6 DOHC-4v 230 hp@6200 213 lb-ft@3500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 101.5 in | 103.9 in | -2.4 in |
Length | 179.3 in | 177.1 in | 2.2 in |
Width | 70.1 in | 71.3 in | -1.2 in |
Height | 59.2 in | 66.7 in | -7.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3285 lb. | 3704 lb. | -419 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 17.4 gal. | -2.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.4 in | 40.0 in | -1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 56.3 in | -1.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.5 in | -55.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.1 in | 41.3 in | -0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 38.2 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.1 in | 54.9 in | -1.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 44.0 in | -44 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.5 in | 37.2 in | -1.7 in |
Total Legroom | 76.6 in (over 2 rows) | 78.5 in (over 2 rows) | -1.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.8 ft3 | 24.4 ft3 | 8.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 66.9 ft3 | 68.9 ft3 | -2 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara.