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Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen (2013) vs. Toyota Highlander (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2013 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen and 2008 Toyota Highlander specs.

2013 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen and 2008 Toyota Highlander Specifications

Model Year 2013 2008  
Model Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen Toyota Highlander  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Wagon 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 101.5 in 109.8 in -8.3 in
Length 179.3 in 188.4 in -9.1 in
Width 70.1 in 75.2 in -5.1 in
Height 59.2 in 68.1 in -8.9 in
Curb Weight 3228 lb. 3979 lb. -751 lb.
Fuel Capacity 14.5 gal. 19.2 gal. -4.7 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.4 in 40.6 in -2.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 54.8 in 59.7 in -4.9 in
Hip Room, Row 1 0.0 in 56.7 in -56.7 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.1 in 43.2 in -2.1 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.1 in 40.1 in -2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 53.1 in 59.5 in -6.4 in
Hip Room, Row 2 0.0 in 56.5 in -56.5 in
Legroom, Row 2 35.5 in 38.3 in -2.8 in
Headroom, Row 3 0.0 in 36.3 in -36.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 0.0 in 55.0 in -55 in
Hip Room, Row 3 0.0 in 42.3 in -42.3 in
Legroom, Row 3 0.0 in 29.2 in -29.2 in
Total Legroom 76.6 in (over 2 rows) 110.7 in (over 3 rows) -34.1 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 32.8 ft3 10.3 ft3 22.5 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 32.8 42.3 ft3 -9.5
Cargo Volume, Maximum 66.9 ft3 95.4 ft3 -28.5 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 2008 Toyota Highlander

2008 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Third row seating and 2nd row has more leg room than the Murano by about 1". see full Toyota Highlander review
2008 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
4 cup holders see full Toyota Highlander review
2008 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Limo-like leg room and captains chairs see full Toyota Highlander review
2008 4dr SUV 209-horsepower 3.3L V6 Hybrid
CVT AWD
The widest seats of all Midsize SUVs (X5, Q7, Tourag, Cayenne, etc.) see full Toyota Highlander review
2008 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
seats were hard and flat. Even top of the line luxury model seats were a big disappointment . . . one of the principal reasons we did not choose this vehicle see full Toyota Highlander review
2009 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Only two seats in the 2nd row, very small leg room in the 3rd row. see full Toyota Highlander review
2008 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
3rd row seat is full bench seat and individual side can not be raised or lowered independently. Access and available room much less than MDX. see full Toyota Highlander review
 
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