Model Year | 2017 | 2023 | |
Model | Volkswagen Jetta | Kia Sportage | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 170 hp@4800 184 lb-ft@1500 |
2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 187 hp@6100 178 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 104.4 in | 108.5 in | -4.1 in |
Length | 183.3 in | 183.5 in | -0.2 in |
Width | 70.0 in | 73.4 in | -3.4 in |
Height | 57.2 in | 65.4 in | -8.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3177 lb. | 3373 lb. | -196 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 14.3 gal. | 0.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 39.6 in | -1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 57.5 in | -2.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 54.8 in | -54.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 41.4 in | -0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.1 in | 39.4 in | -2.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.6 in | 55.6 in | -2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 53.4 in | -53.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 41.3 in | -3.2 in |
Total Legroom | 79.3 in (over 2 rows) | 82.7 in (over 2 rows) | -3.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.7 ft3 | 39.6 ft3 | -23.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.7 ft3 | 74.1 ft3 | -58.4 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Volkswagen Jetta.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Kia Sportage.