Model Year | 2013 | 2014 | |
Model | Volvo C30 | BMW 2-Series | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 250 hp@5500 273 lb-ft@1500 |
turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 320 hp@5800 330 lb-ft@1400 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 2dr Hatch | 2dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 105.9 in | -2 in |
Length | 167.4 in | 174.5 in | -7.1 in |
Width | 70.2 in | 69.8 in | 0.4 in |
Height | 57.0 in | 55.8 in | 1.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3211 lb. | 3535 lb. | -324 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 13.7 gal. | 2.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 40.1 in | -1.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.6 in | 54.4 in | -0.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.1 in | 0.0 in | 53.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 41.5 in | 0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 36.5 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 47.0 in | 53.4 in | -6.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 41.5 in | 0.0 in | 41.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.9 in | 33.0 in | 0.9 in |
Total Legroom | 76.2 in (over 2 rows) | 74.5 in (over 2 rows) | 1.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.9 ft3 | 13.7 ft3 | -0.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 20.2 ft3 | 13.7 ft3 | 6.5 ft3 |
2013 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 |
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 |