Model Year | 2013 | 2018 | |
Model | Volkswagen Touareg | Kia Sportage | |
Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 280 hp@6200 265 lb-ft@3200 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 240 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@1450 |
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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 | 105.1 in | 8.8 in |
Length | 188.8 in | 176.4 in | 12.4 in |
Width | 76.4 in | 73.0 in | 3.4 in |
Height | 68.2 in | 64.8 in | 3.4 in |
Curb Weight | 4711 lb. | 3765 lb. | 946 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 16.4 gal. | 6.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 39.3 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.8 in | 57.1 in | 2.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 54.3 in | -54.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 41.5 in | -0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.9 in | 39.1 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.7 in | 55.1 in | 1.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 51.2 in | -51.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.9 in | 38.2 in | -3.3 in |
Total Legroom | 76.3 in (over 2 rows) | 79.7 in (over 2 rows) | -3.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.1 ft3 | 30.7 ft3 | 1.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 70.9 ft3 | 60.1 ft3 | 10.8 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 |
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