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2011 BMW 3-Series and 2008 Volvo C30 Specifications
| Model Year | 2011 | 2008 | |
| Model | BMW 3-Series | Volvo C30 | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 108.7 in | 103.9 in | 4.8 in |
| Length | 181.1 in | 167.4 in | 13.7 in |
| Width | 70.2 in | 70.2 in | 0 in |
| Height | 54.1 in | 57.0 in | -2.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 3362 lb. | 3201 lb. | 161 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 0 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.4 in | 38.2 in | 0.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.3 in | 53.6 in | 1.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 53.1 in | -53.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 42.3 in | -0.5 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 36.4 in | 0.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 51.9 in | 47.0 in | 4.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 41.5 in | -41.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 33.7 in | 33.9 in | -0.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 75.5 in (over 2 rows) | 76.2 in (over 2 rows) | -0.7 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 11.1 ft3 | 12.9 ft3 | -1.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 11.1 ft3 | 20.2 ft3 | -9.1 ft3 |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 BMW 3-Series
| 2011 BMW 3-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Comment | |
| 2012 | Another surprising strength for the new BMW 3-Series. There's more room in back than in competing cars, and the seat is comfortably positioned and shaped. see full BMW 3-Series review | |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 BMW 3-Series
| 2011 BMW 3-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan 230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Relatively small back seat room. see full BMW 3-Series review |
| 2011 BMW 3-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Tight for large people. Fine for kids. Smaller than a G37, much smaller than a Maxima. see full BMW 3-Series review |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan 230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
tight and not too useful a space see full BMW 3-Series review |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan 230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Rear seat room not as expansive as competitors. Trunk capacity could be better. see full BMW 3-Series review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Volvo C30
| 2008 Volvo C30 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I tested both the Mini Cooper and Volvo C30. The C30, by far, is the most comfortable and easy to find a great driving position. Driving from Los Angeles to San Francisco without any back or shoulder fatigue! see full Volvo C30 review |
| 2008 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I have sat in the seat for three plus hours with no discomfort. see full Volvo C30 review |
| 2008 Volvo C30 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The rear seats are a bit short on leg room. see full Volvo C30 review |
| 2008 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 6-speed manual FWD |
Rear seat room is tight, this is a small hatch coupe afterall. see full Volvo C30 review |
| 2008 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The rear seat is really make for children and not adults see full Volvo C30 review |
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