Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | |
Model | BMW 1-Series | Volvo C30 | |
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Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 104.7 in | 103.9 in | 0.8 in |
Length | 172.2 in | 167.4 in | 4.8 in |
Width | 68.8 in | 70.2 in | -1.4 in |
Height | 56.0 in | 57.0 in | -1 in |
Curb Weight | 3208 lb. | 3211 lb. | -3 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.0 gal. | 15.9 gal. | -1.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.9 in | 38.2 in | -0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.0 in | 53.6 in | 0.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 53.1 in | -53.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 42.3 in | -0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.1 in | 36.4 in | 0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.4 in | 47.0 in | 6.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 41.5 in | -41.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 32.0 in | 33.9 in | -1.9 in |
Total Legroom | 73.4 in (over 2 rows) | 76.2 in (over 2 rows) | -2.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 10.0 ft3 | 12.9 ft3 | -2.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 10.0 ft3 | 20.2 ft3 | -10.2 ft3 |
2012 BMW 1-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2013 | You simply can't find a much better driver seat for a combination of long-distance comfort and support during aggressive cornering than the one in the BMW 135is. The seat feels firm and substantial, but with enough padding that church pew metaphors will remain far from your mind. The side bolsters are power-adjustable, so they can be snug when you want them to be snug, but not otherwise. Neither of the other cars has adjustable bolsters, and the Z's are too widely spaced for my average build. The BMW's seats also felt the most comfortable to me. see full BMW 1-Series review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 BMW 1-Series.
2012 Volvo C30 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 6-speed manual FWD |
The front seats are wonderful. I tend to get stiff and sore when I sit too long in a car, especially my old VW GTI and our other VW Passat wagon. These seats in the C30 are very comfortable and I felt good getting out after a long drive. see full Volvo C30 review |
2011 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Excellent support for very long drives. Passengers in the rear say the same. see full Volvo C30 review |
2012 Volvo C30 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Lack of leg room. This car is a two seater. see full Volvo C30 review |