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2008 BMW X3 and 2009 Volvo C30 Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
| Model | BMW X3 | Volvo C30 | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,797 mm | 2,639 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,564 mm | 4,252 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,854 mm | 1,783 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,676 mm | 1,448 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,820 kg | 1,452 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 67 L | 60 L | 7 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 968 mm | 970 mm | -2 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,417 mm | 1,361 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,349 mm | -1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,021 mm | 1,074 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 960 mm | 925 mm | 35 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,407 mm | 1,194 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,054 mm | -1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 909 mm | 861 mm | 48 mm |
| Total Legroom | 1,930 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,935 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 850 L | 365 L | 485 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,010 L | 572 L | -570 L |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 BMW X3
| 2008 BMW X3 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 260-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual AWD |
With the comfort seat option, you can customize seat position to you preference, including lumbar and shoulder adjustment. Decent support for someone up to 6 feet tall. Heated seats work very well. see full BMW X3 review |
| 2008 BMW X3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 260-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual AWD |
A little cramped and very stiff seats. see full BMW X3 review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Volvo C30
| 2009 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 |
| 2009 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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