Model Year | 2013 | 2009 | |
Model | Volkswagen Touareg | Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 280 hp@6200 265 lb-ft@3200 |
2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 150 hp@5000 170 lb-ft@3750 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 113.9 in | 98.7 in | 15.2 in |
Length | 188.8 in | 161.1 in | 27.7 in |
Width | 76.4 in | 67.9 in | 8.5 in |
Height | 68.2 in | 59.0 in | 9.2 in |
Curb Weight | 4711 lb. | 2884 lb. | 1827 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 38.2 in | 1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.8 in | 52.8 in | 7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 39.4 in | 2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.9 in | 36.7 in | 2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.7 in | 49.3 in | 7.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.9 in | 33.5 in | 1.4 in |
Total Legroom | 76.3 in (over 2 rows) | 72.9 in (over 2 rows) | 3.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.1 ft3 | 12.0 ft3 | 20.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 70.9 ft3 | 27.2 ft3 | 43.7 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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