Compare 2012 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen - Details
| Pricing | |||
| MSRP | $25,540 | $19,625 | $21,200 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Invoice | $24,517 | $18,771 | $19,080 |
| Destination | $770 | $795 | $700 |
| Interior Edit | |||
| Air Conditioning, Front | Climatic Manual | Automatic | Manual |
| Air Filter | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Air Conditioning, Rear | N/A | With Separate Controls | N/A |
| Underseat Ducts | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Auxiliary Visors | N/A | N/A | Driver Side |
| Cargo Concealed Storage | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Cargo Net | N/A | Optional | Optional |
| Cargo Tie Downs | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Cell Phone | N/A | N/A | Pre-wiring |
| Clock | In-dash | In-dash | In-dash |
| Compass | Standard | Optional | Optional |
| Cruise Control | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Cupholders | Front And Rear | Front And Rear | Front And Rear |
| Gear Shift Knob Trim | Leather | Urethane | Leatherette |
| 12V DC Power Outlet | 3 | 2 | 2 |
| Lighter Elements | N/A | Front | N/A |
| Ashtray | N/A | Optional | N/A |
| Overhead Console | Mini With Storage | N/A | Mini |
| Floor Console | Full | Full | Full |
| Floor Mats | Carpeted Front And Rear | Carpeted Front And Rear | Carpeted Front And Rear |
| Front Windows | Power | Power | Power |
| Rear Windows | Power | Power | Fixed |
| 1-touch Window Up | Front And Rear | Driver | Driver And Passenger |
| 1-touch Window Down | Front And Rear | Driver | Driver And Passenger |
| Programmable Garage Door Opener | N/A | Optional | Optional |
| Instrumentation | Analog | Digital/analog | Analog |
| Driver Information Centre | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Tachometer | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Trip Computer | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Water Temp Gauge | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Low Fuel Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Service Interval Warning | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Exterior Temperature Display | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Lighting - Glovebox | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Lighting - Map Lights | Front | Front | Front |
| Lighting - Dome Light | Fade | Fade | Fade |
| Lighting - Cargo Light | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Illuminated Vanity Mirrors | Driver And Passenger | N/A | Driver And Passenger |
| Rear Window Defogger | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Rear View Mirror | Day-night | Day-night | Day-night |
| Mirrors - Visor Vanity Mirrors | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| Fuel Door Release | Power | Mechanical | N/A |
| Remote Trunk Release | Power | N/A | N/A |
| Retained Accessory Power | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Seatback Storage Pockets | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| Tilt-Wheel Adjustable Steering Column | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Material | Leather | Urethane | Leather |
| Seats Edit | |||
| Front Seat Type | Bucket | Bucket | Bucket |
| Standard Seating | 5 Passengers | 6 Passengers | 4 Passengers |
| Front Driver Seat Direction Controls | 2-way Power | 6-way | 6-way |
| Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls | 2-way Power | 4-way | 6-way |
| Lumbar Support | Driver And Passenger | N/A | Driver And Passenger |
| Front Armrests | Center | Driver And Passenger | Center |
| Front Head Restraints | Adjustable | Adjustable | Adjustable |
| Heated Front Seats | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback | N/A | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback |
| Rear Seats | 60-40 Split-bench | Captain | 50-50 Bench |
| Rear Armrest | With Pass-thru | N/A | N/A |
| Rear Head Restraints | 3 - Adjustable | 2 - Adjustable | 2 - Adjustable |
| 3rd Row Seats | N/A | 50-50 Split-bench | N/A |
| Seat Trim | Leatherette | Cloth | Leatherette |
| Entertainment Edit | |||
| Radio | SiriusXM AM/FM/Satellite, Seek-scan | AM/FM/Satellite-prep, Seek-scan | SiriusXM AM/FM/HD/Satellite, Seek-scan |
| CD Player | In-dash Mounted 6-disc | In-dash Mounted Single | In-dash Mounted Single |
| CD Changer Compatible | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| MP3 Capability | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Auxiliary Input Jack | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Voice Recognition | N/A | N/A | Optional |
| Speakers | 10 | 6 | 6 |
| Amplifier | N/A | N/A | Optional |
| Speed-Sensitive Volume | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Entertainment System | N/A | With DVD | N/A |
| Navigation System | Optional | Optional | Yes With Voice Activation |
| 1st Row LCD Screen | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| 2nd Row LCD Screen | N/A | 1 | N/A |
| Bluetooth Compatibility | Standard | Optional | Optional |
| Safety and Security Edit | |||
| Airbags, Frontal | Driver And Front Passenger | Driver And Front Passenger | Driver And Front Passenger |
| Airbags, Side Impact | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger |
| Airbags, Side Curtain | Side Curtain Protection | Curtain 1st, 2nd And 3rd Row | Curtain 1st And 2nd Row |
| Occupancy Sensor | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Traction Control | ABS And Driveline | ABS And Driveline | ABS And Driveline |
| Height Adjustable Seatbelts | Front | Front | N/A |
| Seatbelt Pre-tensioners | Front | Front | Front |
| Headlights | Halogen | Halogen | Halogen |
| Exterior Light Control | N/A | N/A | Auto Off |
| Delay-off Headlamps | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Headlight Washer | N/A | N/A | Optional |
| Daytime Running Lights | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Directionally Adaptive Headlights | N/A | N/A | Optional |
| Door Curb Lights | N/A | N/A | 3 |
| Illuminated Entry | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Parking Assist | N/A | N/A | Optional |
| Remote Keyless Entry | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob (front Doors) |
| Keyless Access System | Optional | N/A | Optional |
| Panic Alarm | Standard | Standard | Optional |
| Door Locks | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | Power With 2 Stage Unlock |
| Rear Child Safety Door Locks | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Content Theft Deterrent Alarm System | Standard | N/A | Optional |
| Ignition Disable | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| First Aid Kit | Optional | Optional | N/A |
| Theft Deterrent Radio | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Low Tire Pressure Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Overview | |||
| Warranty Overview | Basic (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Powertrain (60 Month/60,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (144 Month/unlimited Mileage), Roadside Assistance (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Maintenance (36 Month/36,000 Mileage) | Basic (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Powertrain (60 Month/60,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (60 Month/unlimited Mileage), Roadside Assistance (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Accessories (36 Month/36,000 Mileage) | Basic (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Powertrain (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (144 Month/unlimited Mileage), Roadside Assistance (48 Month/unlimited Mileage), Maintenance (36 Month/36,000 Mileage) |
| Warranty Edit | |||
| Warranty - Basic | 36 Months/36,000 Miles | 36 Months/36,000 Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles |
| Warrranty - Powertrain | 60 Months/60,000 Miles | 60 Months/60,000 Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles |
| Warranty - Corrosion Perforation | 144 Months/unlimited Miles | 60 Months/unlimited Miles | 144 Months/unlimited Miles |
| Warranty - Roadside Assistance | 36 Months/36,000 Miles | 36 Months/36,000 Miles | 48 Months/unlimited Miles |
| Warranty - Maintenance | 36 Months/36,000 Miles | N/A | 36 Months/36,000 Miles |
| Exterior Edit | |||
| Antenna | Window Grid | Integrated Roof | Integrated Roof |
| Body Material | Fully Galvanized Steel | Fully Galvanized Steel | Fully Galvanized Steel |
| Paint | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Two-tone |
| Bodyside Mouldings | Black | N/A | N/A |
| Grille Trim | Chrome | Black | Chrome |
| Fog/driving Lights | N/A | Front | Front |
| Door Count | 4 Doors | 4 Doors | 3 Doors |
| Rear Cargo Door | Liftgate | Liftgate | Split Swing-out |
| Tinted Windows | Light | Light | Light |
| Rear Window Type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed |
| Mirrors | Dual Power Remote | Dual Power Remote | Dual Power Remote |
| Heated Door Mirrors | Standard | N/A | Optional |
| Mirrors, Auto Dimming | N/A | N/A | Driver And Passenger |
| Sunroof | 1st And 2nd Row Exterior Express Open/close Sliding And Tilting Glass | N/A | 1st Row Exterior Power Sliding And Tilting Glass |
| 2nd Row Sunroof | N/A | N/A | Exterior Power Tilting Glass With Sunshade |
| Spoiler | Lip | N/A | Wing |
| Roof Rack | N/A | Optional | N/A |
| Roof Rails | Standard | N/A | Optional |
| Rear Step Bumper | N/A | Optional | N/A |
| Front Tires | P205/55HR16.0 BSW AS | P205/55HR16.0 BSW AS | P175/65HR15.0 BSW AS |
| Wheels | 16" Silver Aluminum | 16" Silver Aluminum | 15" Silver Aluminum |
| Spare Tire And Wheel | Full-size Steel | Compact Steel | Compact Steel |
| Windshield Wipers - Front | Variable Intermittent | Variable Intermittent | Variable Intermittent |
| Windshield Wipers - Rain Sensing | N/A | N/A | Optional |
| Rear Window Wipers | Fixed Interval | Fixed Interval | Fixed Interval |
| Fender Flares | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Mud Flaps | Optional | Optional | N/A |
| Mechanical Edit | |||
| Engine | 2.0L I-4 | 2.5L I-4 | 1.6L I-4 |
| Engine - Valvetrain | DOHC | DOHC | DOHC |
| Turbocharger | Intercooled Turbo | N/A | N/A |
| Brakes | 4-wheel Disc | 4-wheel Disc | 4-wheel Disc |
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) | 4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel |
| Brake Assist | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Drive Type | Front-wheel | Front-wheel | Front-wheel |
| Exhaust | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel |
| Steering | Rack And Pinion | Rack And Pinion | Rack And Pinion |
| Speed Sensitive Steering | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Suspension Tuning | Regular | Regular | Regular |
| Front Suspension Type | Strut | Strut | Strut |
| Front Anti-roll Bar | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Front Shocks | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized |
| Front Springs | Coil | Coil | Coil |
| Rear Suspension Type | Multi-link | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Rear Anti-roll Bar | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Rear Shocks | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized |
| Rear Springs | Coil | Coil | Coil |
| Electronic Stability System | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Sequential Shift Control | Tiptronic | Optional | Steptronic |
| Transmission | 6-spd Man W/OD | 6-spd Man W/OD | 6-spd Man W/OD |
| Axle Ratio | 3.45 | 4.11 | 4.35 |
| Locking/limited Slip Differential | N/A | N/A | Optional |
| Remote Vehicle Starting System | N/A | Optional | N/A |
| Specifications Edit | |||
| Exterior Length | 179.4 " | 180.5 " | 155.9 " |
| Exterior Body Width | 70.1 " | 68.9 " | 66.3 " |
| Exterior Height | 59.2 " | 63.6 " | 56.1 " |
| Engine | 2.0L I-4 | 2.5L I-4 | 1.6L I-4 |
| Horsepower | 140 @ 4,000 Rpm | 157 @ 6,000 Rpm | 121 @ 6,000 Rpm |
| Torque | 236 @ 1,750 Rpm | 163 @ 4,000 Rpm | 118 @ 4,250 Rpm |
| Fuel Economy - City | 30 Mpg | 21 Mpg | 27 Mpg |
| Fuel Economy - Highway | 42 Mpg | 28 Mpg | 35 Mpg |
| 0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s) | 10.0 Seconds | 8.8 Seconds | 9.2 Seconds |
| 1/4 Mile Time | 17.4 Seconds | 16.9 Seconds | 17.2 Seconds |
| 1/4 Mile Speed | 77 Mph | 82 Mph | 80 Mph |
| Lateral Acceleration (g) | .9 | .9 | .8 |
| Slalom Speed | 60 Mph | 60 Mph | 60 Mph |
| Bore-and-Stroke | 3.19/3.76 " | 3.50/3.94 " | 3.03/3.38 " |
| Curb Weight | 3,283 Lbs. | 3,417 Lbs. | 2,712 Lbs. |
| Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) | 4,410 Lbs. | 4,610 Lbs. | 3,549 Lbs. |
| Front Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) | N/A | N/A | 1,830 Lbs. |
| Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) | N/A | N/A | 1,830 Lbs. |
| Payload | 997 Lbs. | N/A | 816 Lbs. |
| Maximum Trailer Weight | 2,000 Lbs. | N/A | N/A |
| Wheelbase | 101.5 " | 108.3 " | 100.3 " |
| Front Track | 60.7 " | 60.2 " | 57.4 " |
| Rear Track | 59.6 " | 59.8 " | 57.8 " |
| Turning Radius | 17.9 '' | 18.3 '' | 18.1 '' |
| Ground Clearance | N/A | 5.5 " | N/A |
| Drag Coefficient | .31 | .30 | .32 |
| Front Legroom | 41.1 " | 40.7 " | 41.4 " |
| Rear Legroom | 35.5 " | 39.4 " | 32.3 " |
| Third Row Legroom | N/A | 30.5 " | N/A |
| Front Headroom | 38.4 " | 40.7 " | 39.0 " |
| Rear Headroom | 38.1 " | 39.4 " | 37.7 " |
| Third Row Headroom | N/A | 37.1 " | N/A |
| Front Hip Room | N/A | 53.1 " | N/A |
| Rear Hip Room | N/A | 57.8 " | N/A |
| Third Row Hip Room | N/A | 40.9 " | N/A |
| Front Shoulder Room | 54.8 " | 55.5 " | 50.3 " |
| Rear Shoulder Room | 53.1 " | 55.5 " | 45.9 " |
| Third Row Shoulder Room | N/A | 49.3 " | N/A |
| Luggage Volume | 32.8 Cu.ft. | N/A | 9.2 Cu.ft. |
| Luggage Volume (max) | 66.9 Cu.ft. | N/A | 32.8 Cu.ft. |
| Passenger Volume | 92 Cu.ft. | 98 Cu.ft. | N/A |
| Fuel Tank | 14.5 Gal. | 15.9 Gal. | 13.2 Gal. |
| Cost To Own | |||
| NHTSA Frontal Crash Test Ratings | |||
| Overall Rollover Rating | 4 | N/A | N/A |
| IIHS Frontal Offset Crash Test Ratings Edit | |||
| Overall Rear | good | N/A | N/A |
| Chest | good | N/A | good |
| Driver Torso | good | N/A | good |
| Rear Passenger Head Protection | good | N/A | good |
| Rear Passenger Head and Neck | good | N/A | good |
| Structure/safety cage | good | N/A | good |
| Rear Passenger Torso | good | N/A | good |
| Rear Passenger Pelvis/Leg | good | N/A | acceptable |
| Driver Head and Neck | good | N/A | good |
| Overall Front | good | N/A | good |
| Overall Side | good | N/A | good |
| Left Leg/Foot | good | N/A | good |
| Roof Strength | good | N/A | good |
| Driver Head Protection | good | N/A | good |
| Seat Head/Restraint Geometry | good | N/A | good |
| Restraints | good | N/A | good |
| Driver Pelvis/Leg | good | N/A | good |
| Right Leg/Foot | marginal | N/A | good |
| Head/Neck | good | N/A | good |
| Dynamic Rating | good | N/A | good |
