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2009 Mercedes-Benz E-Class and 2012 Volvo C30 Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2012 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz E-Class | Volvo C30 | |
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| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 2dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 112.4 in | 103.9 in | 8.5 in |
| Length | 192.3 in | 167.4 in | 24.9 in |
| Width | 71.7 in | 70.2 in | 1.5 in |
| Height | 59.3 in | 57.0 in | 2.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 4045 lb. | 3211 lb. | 834 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 5.2 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 38.2 in | 1.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.4 in | 53.6 in | 2.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.4 in | 53.1 in | -0.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 42.3 in | -0.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.7 in | 36.4 in | 1.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 47.0 in | 9.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.8 in | 41.5 in | 12.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 33.9 in | 1.7 in |
| Total Legroom | 77.5 in (over 2 rows) | 76.2 in (over 2 rows) | 1.3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 24.4 ft3 | 12.9 ft3 | 11.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 68.9 ft3 | 20.2 ft3 | 48.7 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Much better sized for me. My prior 2007 three series BMW was too small and cramped. see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 210hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Can spend all day driving this car and not be exhausted. see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 382-horsepower 5.5L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The most comfortable seats among all its rivals including Lexus, Jaguar, BMW, Audi, and Infiniti. Plenty of adjustments in the seat and the telescoping steering wheel. Plenty of front seat room for people 6 foot tall and more. Provides ample support. see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Driving 4-5 hours in a row left no fatigue or discomfort in my back or legs. The seats are just firm enough but very supportive where they need to be. see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review |
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 382-horsepower 5.5L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The back seat is very comfortable and provides good headroom and seating support. They fold down to provide additional storage room. My complaint is that it is not S class roomy in the back. Leg and foot room can be limited if sitting behind a tall driver see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Volvo C30
| 2012 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 |
| 2011 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Excellent support for very long drives. Passengers in the rear say the same. see full Volvo C30 review |
| 2012 Volvo C30 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Lack of leg room. This car is a two seater. see full Volvo C30 review |
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