| Model Year | 2012 | 2021 | |
| Model | Volkswagen Tiguan | Jeep Cherokee | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1700 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 270 hp@5250 295 lb-ft@3000 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 9-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 102.5 in | 106.3 in | -3.8 in |
| Length | 174.5 in | 182.0 in | -7.5 in |
| Width | 71.2 in | 73.2 in | -2 in |
| Height | 65.6 in | 65.7 in | -0.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 3404 lb. | 3730 lb. | -326 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.8 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 0.9 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 39.4 in | -0.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.2 in | 57.6 in | -1.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 53.8 in | -53.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 41.1 in | -1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 38.5 in | 0.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.0 in | 55.1 in | -0.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 49.9 in | -49.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.8 in | 40.3 in | -4.5 in |
| Total Legroom | 75.9 in (over 2 rows) | 81.4 in (over 2 rows) | -5.5 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.8 ft3 | 24.8 ft3 | -1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 56.1 ft3 | 54.9 ft3 | 1.2 ft3 |
| 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2013 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Outstanding. I'm 6'0 & only have the seat 1/2 way back. Lots of front & rear seat room. see full Volkswagen Tiguan review |
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