Model Year | 2011 | 2017 | |
Model | Volkswagen Jetta | Chevrolet Sonic | |
Engine | 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 170 hp@5700 177 lb-ft@4250 |
1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6300 125 lb-ft@3800 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 104.4 in | 99.4 in | 5 in |
Length | 182.2 in | 173.9 in | 8.3 in |
Width | 70.0 in | 68.3 in | 1.7 in |
Height | 57.2 in | 59.7 in | -2.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3075 lb. | 2837 lb. | 238 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 12.2 gal. | 2.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 38.7 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 53.4 in | 1.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 51.4 in | -51.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 41.8 in | -0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.1 in | 37.8 in | -0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.6 in | 53.0 in | 0.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 51.6 in | -51.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 34.6 in | 3.5 in |
Total Legroom | 79.3 in (over 2 rows) | 76.4 in (over 2 rows) | 2.9 in |
Cargo Volume | 15.5 ft3 | 14.9 ft3 | 0.6 ft3 |
2011 Volkswagen Jetta Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD |
This vehicle was intended to be the "Mommy Mobile". My wife also likes to drive most of the time in "Her Car". I am 6 ft 205 lb; with my 22 month old daughter in a forward facing car seat, I feel I have to pull my seat some what forward to allow her room. This makes my knees kinda touch the glove box. It really only is a problem if shes is fussy, and does not want anything near her. (Instead of hearing her fuss I move it....sometimes.) see full Volkswagen Jetta review |
2011 Volkswagen Jetta Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 115-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
While the Jetta is extremely roomy and comfortable, the center console is slightly too close and can interfere with the driver's right knee and calf. see full Volkswagen Jetta review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
The rear seat is a little small but compared to other compact cars it is not bad, Still cramped if your over 6 feet. see full Volkswagen Jetta review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Chevrolet Sonic.