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Volkswagen Jetta (2011) vs. Nissan Versa (2013) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2011 Volkswagen Jetta and 2013 Nissan Versa specs.

2011 Volkswagen Jetta and 2013 Nissan Versa Specifications

Model Year 2011 2013  
Model Volkswagen Jetta Nissan Versa  
Engine 2.5L I5
DOHC-4v
170 hp@5700
177 lb-ft@4250
1.6L I4
DOHC-4v
109 hp@6000
107 lb-ft@4400
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 4-speed automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 104.4 in 102.4 in 2 in
Length 182.2 in 175.4 in 6.8 in
Width 70.0 in 66.7 in 3.3 in
Height 57.2 in 59.6 in -2.4 in
Curb Weight 3075 lb. 2412 lb. 663 lb.
Fuel Capacity 14.5 gal. 10.8 gal. 3.7 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.2 in 39.8 in -1.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 55.2 in 51.7 in 3.5 in
Hip Room, Row 1 0.0 in 48.1 in -48.1 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.2 in 41.8 in -0.6 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.1 in 37.0 in 0.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 53.6 in 51.9 in 1.7 in
Hip Room, Row 2 0.0 in 46.2 in -46.2 in
Legroom, Row 2 38.1 in 37.0 in 1.1 in
Total Legroom 79.3 in (over 2 rows) 78.8 in (over 2 rows) 0.5 in
Cargo Volume 15.5 ft3 14.8 ft3 0.7 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Volkswagen Jetta

2011 Volkswagen Jetta Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Nissan Versa

2013 Nissan Versa Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2014 0 I was expecting zero room in the back, but I sat in the backseat even with the drivers seat adjusted far back (I'm 5'11" but long legs and tend to adjust seats to the back end of their travel), I had reasonable legroom for a very compact car. The seat covering material was pleasant as well. see full Nissan Versa review
2013 4dr Sedan 109-horsepower 1.6L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Even with the front seats slid all the way back, this car still has more room than almost any other car -- almost as much room as a BMW 780IL. see full Nissan Versa review
2012 4dr Sedan 109-horsepower 1.6L I4
CVT FWD
Only subcompact we test drove that could actually fit four adults. More rear leg room than many midsize cars. see full Nissan Versa review
2013 Nissan Versa Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2013 4dr Sedan 109-horsepower 1.6L I4
5-speed manual FWD
When I bought the car, I laid the seat down all the way to make sure it would be comfortable enough to nap on.  It is, but it's slightly more comfortable if the car is parked on an incline because the seat doesn't quite go down completely flat... although come to think of it I haven't tried raising the seat height with the lever then setting the seat back.  Anyway, the passenger side doesn't have a seat height adjustment lever and it doesn't quite make a 180% flat angle either. see full Nissan Versa review
 
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