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2010 Volkswagen Passat and 2012 Toyota Avalon Specifications
| Model Year | 2010 | 2012 | |
| Model | Volkswagen Passat | Toyota Avalon | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1800 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed automated manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 106.7 in | 111.0 in | -4.3 in |
| Length | 188.2 in | 197.6 in | -9.4 in |
| Width | 71.7 in | 72.8 in | -1.1 in |
| Height | 58.0 in | 58.5 in | -0.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3344 lb. | 3572 lb. | -228 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 18.5 gal. | 0 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.4 in | 38.9 in | -0.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.7 in | 59.4 in | -3.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.8 in | -55.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 41.3 in | 0.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 37.5 in | 0.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.6 in | 58.2 in | -3.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 56.2 in | -56.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 37.7 in | 40.9 in | -3.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 79.1 in (over 2 rows) | 82.2 in (over 2 rows) | -3.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 14.2 ft3 | 14.4 ft3 | -0.2 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2010 Volkswagen Passat
| 2010 Volkswagen Passat Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Comfortable power seats with power lumbar adjustment. Good side support, and with the tilting/telescoping steering wheel - easy to find a comfortable driving position. Also has easy to use steering wheel controls for the cars stereo/trip computer. see full Volkswagen Passat review |
| 2010 Volkswagen Passat Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual FWD |
very restrictive space see full Volkswagen Passat review |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Toyota Avalon
| 2012 Toyota Avalon Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Comment | |
| Compounding the Avalon's lack of suspension compliance, its seats are also firm, yet lacking in lateral support. You very much sit on them rather than in them. On a long drive my rear end reported impinged circulation. The front passenger is even worse off, as the tilt of that seat can be adjusted only in the Limited. Rear seat passengers also complained about overly firm, insufficiently contoured cushions. see full Toyota Avalon review | ||
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Toyota Avalon
| 2012 Toyota Avalon Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Heated seats are wonderful in winter. Dual zone heater/air conditioner a plus for driver/passenger comfort. Back-up camera is handy for checking what the mirrors don't pick up. Quiet, smooth engine/transmission. Comfortable seats are easily adjustable. Easy access and good leg-room in rear seats. see full Toyota Avalon review |
| 2011 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Heated seats are wonderful in winter. Dual zone heater/air conditioner a plus for driver/passenger comfort. Back-up camera is handy for checking what the mirrors don't pick up. Quiet, smooth engine/transmission. Comfortable seats are easily adjustable. Easy access and good leg-room in rear seats. see full Toyota Avalon review |
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