Model Year | 2010 | 2015 | |
Model | Volkswagen Tiguan | Chevrolet Sonic | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1700 |
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 SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 102.5 in | 99.4 in | 3.1 in |
Length | 174.3 in | 159.0 in | 15.3 in |
Width | 71.2 in | 68.3 in | 2.9 in |
Height | 66.3 in | 59.7 in | 6.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3433 lb. | 2755 lb. | 678 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.8 gal. | 12.2 gal. | 4.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 38.7 in | 0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.2 in | 53.4 in | 2.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 51.4 in | -51.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 41.8 in | -1.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 37.8 in | 1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.8 in | 53.0 in | 1.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 51.6 in | -51.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.8 in | 34.6 in | 1.2 in |
Total Legroom | 75.9 in (over 2 rows) | 76.4 in (over 2 rows) | -0.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.8 ft3 | 19.0 ft3 | 4.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 23.0 ft3 | 19.0 | 4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 56.1 ft3 | 47.7 ft3 | 8.4 ft3 |
2010 Volkswagen Tiguan Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Well designed, nice sitting position, like a front seat. Lots of leg room. Seat is comfortable. see full Volkswagen Tiguan review |
2009 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Plenty room! almost like the big Ford Expedition! see full Volkswagen Tiguan review |
2009 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Seats slide back and forth to change cargo vs passenger space for flexible loads. Lots of leg room. Panoramic sunroof and air vent makes it a pleasure. see full Volkswagen Tiguan review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Chevrolet Sonic.