Model Year | 2013 | 2012 | |
Model | Volkswagen Touareg | Mercedes-Benz G-Class | |
Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 280 hp@6200 265 lb-ft@3200 |
5.5L V8 DOHC-4v 382 hp@6000 391 lb-ft@2800 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 113.9 in | 112.2 in | 1.7 in |
Length | 188.8 in | 184.5 in | 4.3 in |
Width | 76.4 in | 71.8 in | 4.6 in |
Height | 68.2 in | 76.0 in | -7.8 in |
Curb Weight | 4711 lb. | 5510 lb. | -799 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 25.4 gal. | -2.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 42.2 in | -2.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.8 in | 53.7 in | 6.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 51.5 in | -51.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 52.5 in | -11.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.9 in | 40.0 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.7 in | 56.3 in | 0.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 53.9 in | -53.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.9 in | 41.9 in | -7 in |
Total Legroom | 76.3 in (over 2 rows) | 94.4 in (over 2 rows) | -18.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.1 ft3 | 45.2 ft3 | -13.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 70.9 ft3 | 79.5 ft3 | -8.6 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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