Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
Model | Lexus GS | Volvo C30 | |
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Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 103.9 in | 8.3 in |
Length | 190.0 in | 167.4 in | 22.6 in |
Width | 71.7 in | 70.2 in | 1.5 in |
Height | 56.1 in | 57.0 in | -0.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3795 lb. | 3201 lb. | 594 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.8 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 2.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.8 in | 38.2 in | -0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 53.6 in | 2.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 53.1 in | 1.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.5 in | 42.3 in | 1.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 36.4 in | 0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 47.0 in | 8.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.4 in | 41.5 in | 9.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 33.9 in | 2.5 in |
Total Legroom | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 76.2 in (over 2 rows) | 3.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.7 ft3 | 12.9 ft3 | -0.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.7 ft3 | 20.2 ft3 | -7.5 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2008 Lexus GS.
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 |