Model Year | 2013 | 2014 | |
Model | Volkswagen Touareg | Chevrolet Traverse | |
Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 280 hp@6200 265 lb-ft@3200 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 281 hp@6300 266 lb-ft@3400 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 113.9 in | 118.9 in | -5 in |
Length | 188.8 in | 203.7 in | -14.9 in |
Width | 76.4 in | 78.5 in | -2.1 in |
Height | 68.2 in | 69.9 in | -1.7 in |
Curb Weight | 4711 lb. | 4844 lb. | -133 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 22.0 gal. | 0.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 40.4 in | -0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.8 in | 61.5 in | -1.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 58.0 in | -58 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 41.3 in | 0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.9 in | 39.4 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.7 in | 61.0 in | -4.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 57.8 in | -57.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.9 in | 36.8 in | -1.9 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.8 in | -37.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 57.6 in | -57.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 48.3 in | -48.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 33.2 in | -33.2 in |
Total Legroom | 76.3 in (over 2 rows) | 111.3 in (over 3 rows) | -35 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.1 ft3 | 24.4 ft3 | 7.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 32.1 | 70.3 ft3 | -38.2 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 70.9 ft3 | 116.3 ft3 | -45.4 ft3 |
2013 Volkswagen Touareg Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 225hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
More than usual leg room in the rear, even with the front seat all the way back. see full Volkswagen Touareg review |
2014 Chevrolet Traverse Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 4dr SUV 281-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The second row captain's chairs are roomy and comfortable. The third row bench seat has a surprising amount of space, in particular with the 2nd row seats slid forward some. see full Chevrolet Traverse review |
2014 Chevrolet Traverse Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 4dr SUV 281-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The seats we have on our LT are fine but the headrest on both cars I've had jut out too far and cannot be adjusted back far enough to be comfortable. This is particularly uncomfortable on longer trips. see full Chevrolet Traverse review |