Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | |
Model | Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen | Volvo XC90 | |
Engine | 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 170 hp@5700 177 lb-ft@4250 |
3.2L I6 DOHC-4v 240 hp@6200 236 lb-ft@3200 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,578 mm | 2,860 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,554 mm | 4,798 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,781 mm | 1,897 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,504 mm | 1,783 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,490 kg | 2,061 kg | -1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 55 L | 80 L | -25 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 975 mm | 1,008 mm | 974 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,392 mm | 1,481 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,407 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,044 mm | 1,041 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 968 mm | 975 mm | -7 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,349 mm | 1,458 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,374 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 902 mm | 879 mm | 23 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 902 mm | -902 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 765 mm | -765 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,946 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,685 mm (over 3 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 929 L | 249 L | 680 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 32.8 | 1,226 L | 31.8 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,894 L | 2,410 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 |
2012 Volvo XC90 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 311-horsepower 4.4L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
In an effort to make room for the third seat, the leg room up front has been compromised see full Volvo XC90 review |