Model Year | 2013 | 2008 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz M-Class | Volvo C30 | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 114.8 in | 103.9 in | 10.9 in |
Length | 189.1 in | 167.4 in | 21.7 in |
Width | 75.2 in | 70.2 in | 5 in |
Height | 70.7 in | 57.0 in | 13.7 in |
Curb Weight | 4751 lb. | 3201 lb. | 1550 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 24.6 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 8.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 38.2 in | 0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.5 in | 53.6 in | 4.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 53.1 in | -53.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 42.3 in | -2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 36.4 in | 2.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.4 in | 47.0 in | 11.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 41.5 in | -41.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.4 in | 33.9 in | 4.5 in |
Total Legroom | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 76.2 in (over 2 rows) | 2.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 36.2 ft3 | 12.9 ft3 | 23.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 71.0 ft3 | 20.2 ft3 | 50.8 ft3 |
2013 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 240hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
No more back or leg pain on long trips. see full Mercedes-Benz M-Class review |
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 |