Model Year | 2012 | 2016 | |
Model | Volkswagen Tiguan | Kia Optima | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1700 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 245 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@1350 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 102.5 in | 110.4 in | -7.9 in |
Length | 174.5 in | 191.1 in | -16.6 in |
Width | 71.2 in | 73.2 in | -2 in |
Height | 65.6 in | 57.7 in | 7.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3404 lb. | 3494 lb. | -90 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.8 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -1.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 39.8 in | -0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.2 in | 58.1 in | -1.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 56.0 in | -56 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 45.5 in | -5.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 37.8 in | 1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.0 in | 56.4 in | -1.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 56.0 in | -56 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.8 in | 35.6 in | 0.2 in |
Total Legroom | 75.9 in (over 2 rows) | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | -5.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.8 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 | 7.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 56.1 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 | 40.2 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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