Model Year | 2012 | 2021 | |
Model | Volvo XC90 | Volkswagen Passat | |
Engine | 3.2L I6 DOHC-4v 240 hp@6200 236 lb-ft@3200 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 174 hp@5200 206 lb-ft@1700 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 110.4 in | 2.2 in |
Length | 188.9 in | 193.6 in | -4.7 in |
Width | 74.7 in | 72.2 in | 2.5 in |
Height | 70.2 in | 58.0 in | 12.2 in |
Curb Weight | 4544 lb. | 3325 lb. | 1219 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 18.5 gal. | 2.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.7 in | 38.3 in | 1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 56.9 in | 1.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 0.0 in | 55.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.0 in | 42.4 in | -1.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.4 in | 37.8 in | 0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.4 in | 57.0 in | 0.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.1 in | 0.0 in | 54.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.6 in | 39.1 in | -4.5 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 35.5 in | 0.0 in | 35.5 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 30.1 in | 0.0 in | 30.1 in |
Total Legroom | 105.7 in (over 3 rows) | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | 24.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 8.8 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 | -7.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.3 ft3 | 15.9 | 27.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 85.1 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 | 69.2 ft3 |
2012 Volvo XC90 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 311-horsepower 4.4L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
In an effort to make room for the third seat, the leg room up front has been compromised see full Volvo XC90 review |
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