Model Year | 2014 | 2011 | |
Model | BMW 2-Series | Volvo C30 | |
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Body | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 105.9 in | 103.9 in | 2 in |
Length | 174.5 in | 167.4 in | 7.1 in |
Width | 69.8 in | 70.2 in | -0.4 in |
Height | 55.8 in | 57.0 in | -1.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3300 lb. | 3200 lb. | 100 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.7 gal. | 15.9 gal. | -2.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 38.2 in | 1.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 53.6 in | 0.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 53.1 in | -53.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.5 in | 42.3 in | -0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.5 in | 36.4 in | 0.1 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 | 33.0 in | 33.9 in | -0.9 in |
Total Legroom | 74.5 in (over 2 rows) | 76.2 in (over 2 rows) | -1.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.7 ft3 | 12.9 ft3 | 0.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.7 ft3 | 20.2 ft3 | -6.5 ft3 |
2014 BMW 2-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 320hp 3.0L I6 8-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The driving position feels natural. Buttons and dials are easily accessible, and everything's adjustable if you need to. After a few-hour drive down highway 1, I noticed that my back didn't hurt like it does on most other cars. The seats aren't that soft to the touch, and are quite supportive in cornering, but they are very well-sculpted. Who knew a congenital back defect could be so useful in car evaluation? see full BMW 2-Series review |
2011 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 |
2011 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 |