| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | |
| Model | Volkswagen Tiguan | Jeep Compass | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1700 |
2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 172 hp@6000 165 lb-ft@4400 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable CVT | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,604 mm | 2,634 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,432 mm | 4,404 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,808 mm | 1,760 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,666 mm | 1,656 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,629 kg | 1,508 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 64 L | 51 L | 13 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 993 mm | 1,034 mm | 992 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,427 mm | 1,387 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,328 mm | -1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,019 mm | 1,031 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 991 mm | 1,013 mm | 990 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,397 mm | 1,372 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,295 mm | -1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 909 mm | 1,001 mm | 908 mm |
| Total Legroom | 1,928 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,032 mm (over 2 rows) | -1 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 674 L | 643 L | 31 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,589 L | 1,518 L | 0 L |
| 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Jeep Compass.