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Volkswagen Golf / GTI (2012) vs. Volvo C30 (2011) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2012 Volkswagen Golf / GTI and 2011 Volvo C30 specs.

2012 Volkswagen Golf / GTI and 2011 Volvo C30 Specifications

Model Year 2012 2011  
Model Volkswagen Golf / GTI Volvo C30  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 2dr Hatch 2dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,578 mm 2,639 mm 0 mm
Length 4,201 mm 4,252 mm 0 mm
Width 1,786 mm 1,783 mm 0 mm
Height 1,481 mm 1,448 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,346 kg 1,452 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 55 L 60 L -5 L
Headroom, Row 1 998 mm 970 mm 28 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,389 mm 1,361 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 0 mm 1,349 mm -1 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,046 mm 1,074 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 978 mm 925 mm 53 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,341 mm 1,194 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 0 mm 1,054 mm -1 mm
Legroom, Row 2 902 mm 861 mm 41 mm
Total Legroom 1,948 mm (over 2 rows) 1,935 mm (over 2 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 425 L 365 L 60 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 1,303 L 572 L -571 L

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Volkswagen Golf / GTI

2012 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed manual FWD
Four adults can easily and comfortably fit in this car, with plenty of room for luggage. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011 2dr Hatch 170-horsepower 2.5L I5
5-speed manual FWD
Seats actually fit your body and have proper bolstering, unlike most other seats in this price range which are more like shelves for oversized American behinds. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011 4dr Hatch turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel
6-speed automated manual FWD
Good leg room and supportive seats. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011 4dr Hatch turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel
6-speed automated manual FWD
Good leg room for a small car. Supportive seats. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011 2dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed manual FWD
I have MS, so comfortable seats are a must. This is the only car that I've been in where I could do a non-stop trip from Michigan to Washington DC in. No fatigue, no stopping for a stretch. It's that good, and VW throws in standard heated seats for the GTI. And they do mean "heated" seats, not "warmed" seats, not "take-the-edge-off" seats. Turn them on full and your bum will be roasting with in a few minutes. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011 4dr Hatch turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel
6-speed automated manual FWD
Firm, supportive seats. Not too hard. Should be excellent for long road trips. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD
Firm, yet comfortable. Excellent lateral support in the turns. Excellent thigh support fro taller driver. Can sit for hours and still feel comfortable. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Volvo C30

2011 Volvo C30 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
2011 Volvo C30 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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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