Model Year | 2010 | 2013 | |
Model | Chevrolet Impala | Volvo C30 | |
Engine | 3.9L V6 OHV-2v 230 hp@5700 235 lb-ft@3200 |
turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.5 in | 103.9 in | 6.6 in |
Length | 200.4 in | 167.4 in | 33 in |
Width | 72.9 in | 70.2 in | 2.7 in |
Height | 58.7 in | 57.0 in | 1.7 in |
Curb Weight | 3649 lb. | 3211 lb. | 438 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.0 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 1.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 38.2 in | 1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.7 in | 53.6 in | 5.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.4 in | 53.1 in | 3.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 42.3 in | 0 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 36.4 in | 1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.6 in | 47.0 in | 11.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 57.2 in | 41.5 in | 15.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 33.9 in | 3.7 in |
Total Legroom | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 76.2 in (over 2 rows) | 3.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.6 ft3 | 12.9 ft3 | 5.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 18.6 ft3 | 20.2 ft3 | -1.6 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2010 Chevrolet Impala.
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 |