Volvo V60 (2015) vs. Volkswagen Jetta (2011) Specs
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2015 Volvo V60 and 2011 Volkswagen Jetta Specifications
Model Year |
2015 |
2011 |
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Model |
Volvo V60 |
Volkswagen Jetta |
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Engine |
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Transmission |
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Drivetrain |
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Body |
4dr Wagon |
4dr Sedan |
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Difference |
Wheelbase |
109.3 in |
104.4 in |
4.9 in |
Length |
182.5 in |
182.2 in |
0.3 in |
Width |
73.4 in |
70.0 in |
3.4 in |
Height |
58.4 in |
57.2 in |
1.2 in |
Curb Weight |
3527 lb. |
2804 lb. |
723 lb. |
Fuel Capacity |
17.8 gal. |
14.5 gal. |
3.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 |
38.7 in |
38.2 in |
0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 |
57.0 in |
55.2 in |
1.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 |
54.9 in |
0.0 in |
54.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 |
41.9 in |
41.2 in |
0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 |
37.4 in |
37.1 in |
0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 |
55.2 in |
53.6 in |
1.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 |
53.5 in |
0.0 in |
53.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 |
33.5 in |
38.1 in |
-4.6 in |
Total Legroom |
75.4 in (over 2 rows) |
79.3 in (over 2 rows) |
-3.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum |
15.2 ft3 |
15.5 ft3 |
-0.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum |
43.8 ft3 |
15.5 ft3 |
28.3 ft3 |
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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2015 Volvo V60
2015 |
The V60's interior doesn't only look comfortable. Even back in the day Volvo's cars weren't known only for safety. Many people considered their seats the best. Many still do. The V60's front seats are much cushier than those in a German car, but they are also properly supportive.
One caveat. Locate the headrest to receive top scores from the crash test dummy and it will jut too far forward for people with especially upright postures--like me. "Active headrests" that move forward if and when the car is rear-ended can sidestep this tradeoff. But the V60's active headrests do not.
The BMW's seats are much firmer, but their headrests have a fore-aft adjustment. You also sit significantly lower in the BMW, but its instrument panel isn't as deep (owing to its windshield being more upright), for a more open view forward.
Your build and impressions of either car's seats may vary.
see full Volvo V60 review |
2015 Volvo V60 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons |
Year | Comment |
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The Volvo V60's rear seat space also lags the BMW's. At 5-9 I can sit behind myself with a couple inches to spare, but subjectively the limited space seems even tighter than it is. The side window outline that appears sexy from the outside can seem confining from the inside. Large front seat headrests block the view forward. Behind a tall driver even adults of modest size will feel cramped, if they can fit at all.
The BMW wagon has a little less headroom but a couple more inches of much-needed knee room. Also, while the Volvo's cabin is a couple inches wider than the BMW's up front, and feels much roomier as a result, this advantage disappears in back.
see full Volvo V60 review |
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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Volkswagen Jetta
2010 |
4dr Sedan turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD |
This vehicle was intended to be the "Mommy Mobile". My wife also likes to drive most of the time in "Her Car". I am 6 ft 205 lb; with my 22 month old daughter in a forward facing car seat, I feel I have to pull my seat some what forward to allow her room. This makes my knees kinda touch the glove box. It really only is a problem if shes is fussy, and does not want anything near her. (Instead of hearing her fuss I move it....sometimes.)
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2011 Volkswagen Jetta Seat Room and Comfort: Cons |
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 |
4dr Sedan 115-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
While the Jetta is extremely roomy and comfortable, the center console is slightly too close and can interfere with the driver's right knee and calf.
see full Volkswagen Jetta review |
2010 |
4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
The rear seat is a little small but compared to other compact cars it is not bad, Still cramped if your over 6 feet.
see full Volkswagen Jetta review |
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