Model Year | 2021 | 2012 | |
Model | Volkswagen Passat | Volkswagen Eos | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 174 hp@5200 206 lb-ft@1700 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1700 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hardtop conv. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.4 in | 101.5 in | 8.9 in |
Length | 193.6 in | 174.1 in | 19.5 in |
Width | 72.2 in | 70.5 in | 1.7 in |
Height | 58.0 in | 56.9 in | 1.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3325 lb. | 3508 lb. | -183 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.3 in | 38.9 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.9 in | 54.7 in | 2.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 41.7 in | 0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 35.8 in | 2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.0 in | 41.5 in | 15.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.1 in | 32.5 in | 6.6 in |
Total Legroom | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | 74.2 in (over 2 rows) | 7.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.9 ft3 | 6.6 ft3 | 9.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.9 ft3 | 10.5 ft3 | 5.4 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2021 Volkswagen Passat.
2012 Volkswagen Eos Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 2dr Hardtop conv. turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
The back seat is not comfortable and has limited leg room. While the latter may be typical of some convertibles, leg room is less than on previous convertibles I have owned. see full Volkswagen Eos review |