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Volkswagen Tiguan (2013) vs. Volvo C30 (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan and 2012 Volvo C30 specs.

2013 Volkswagen Tiguan and 2012 Volvo C30 Specifications

Model Year 2013 2012  
Model Volkswagen Tiguan Volvo C30  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr SUV 2dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 102.5 in 103.9 in -1.4 in
Length 174.5 in 167.4 in 7.1 in
Width 71.2 in 70.2 in 1 in
Height 65.6 in 57.0 in 8.6 in
Curb Weight 3393 lb. 3211 lb. 182 lb.
Fuel Capacity 16.8 gal. 15.9 gal. 0.9 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.1 in 38.2 in 0.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 56.2 in 53.6 in 2.6 in
Hip Room, Row 1 0.0 in 53.1 in -53.1 in
Legroom, Row 1 40.1 in 42.3 in -2.2 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.0 in 36.4 in 2.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 55.0 in 47.0 in 8 in
Hip Room, Row 2 0.0 in 41.5 in -41.5 in
Legroom, Row 2 35.8 in 33.9 in 1.9 in
Total Legroom 75.9 in (over 2 rows) 76.2 in (over 2 rows) -0.3 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 23.8 ft3 12.9 ft3 10.9 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 56.1 ft3 20.2 ft3 35.9 ft3

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan

2013 Volkswagen Tiguan Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearComment
2014 Based on the specs, the Tiguan suffers from insufficient dimensions. It's 3.6 inches less lengthy than the Escape, and as a result has an inch less legroom. And the Ford falls near the bottom of the segment in this spec. In the real world, though, the Tiguan's rear seat feels roomier and more comfortable than the Escape's and in the ballpark with the class leaders. A relatively large seat bottom is high enough off the floor to provide adults with thigh support. The rear seat back is more comfortably shaped than the compact crossover norm, and reclines. One nit: hard plastic isn't the most comfortable surface for a rear armrest. see full Volkswagen Tiguan review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan

2013 Volkswagen Tiguan Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2013 4dr SUV turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Outstanding. I'm 6'0 & only have the seat 1/2 way back. Lots of front & rear seat room. see full Volkswagen Tiguan 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
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
2012 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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