Model Year | 2013 | 2009 | |
Model | Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen | Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Engine | 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 170 hp@5700 177 lb-ft@4250 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1700 |
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Transmission | 5-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 101.5 in | 102.5 in | -1 in |
Length | 179.3 in | 174.3 in | 5 in |
Width | 70.1 in | 71.2 in | -1.1 in |
Height | 59.2 in | 66.3 in | -7.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3228 lb. | 3433 lb. | -205 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 16.8 gal. | -2.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.4 in | 39.1 in | -0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 56.2 in | -1.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.1 in | 40.1 in | 1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 39.0 in | -0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.1 in | 54.8 in | -1.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.5 in | 35.8 in | -0.3 in |
Total Legroom | 76.6 in (over 2 rows) | 75.9 in (over 2 rows) | 0.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.8 ft3 | 23.8 ft3 | 9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 32.8 | 23.0 ft3 | 9.8 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 66.9 ft3 | 56.1 ft3 | 10.8 ft3 |
2013 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 |
2009 Volkswagen Tiguan Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Seats slide back and forth to change cargo vs passenger space for flexible loads. Lots of leg room. Panoramic sunroof and air vent makes it a pleasure. see full Volkswagen Tiguan review |
2009 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Plenty room! almost like the big Ford Expedition! see full Volkswagen Tiguan review |
2009 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Well designed, nice sitting position, like a front seat. Lots of leg room. Seat is comfortable. see full Volkswagen Tiguan review |