| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | |
| Model | Volvo C30 | Audi Q7 | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
4.2L V8 OHC-4v 350 hp@6800 325 lb-ft@3500 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
| Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 118.2 in | -14.3 in |
| Length | 167.4 in | 200.2 in | -32.8 in |
| Width | 70.2 in | 78.1 in | -7.9 in |
| Height | 57.0 in | 68.4 in | -11.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 3201 lb. | 5269 lb. | -2068 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 26.4 gal. | -10.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 39.5 in | -1.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.6 in | 58.7 in | -5.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.1 in | 0.0 in | 53.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 41.3 in | 1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 39.0 in | -2.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 47.0 in | 58.1 in | -11.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 41.5 in | 0.0 in | 41.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 33.9 in | 37.1 in | -3.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 35.4 in | -35.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 48.6 in | -48.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 29.2 in | -29.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 76.2 in (over 2 rows) | 107.6 in (over 3 rows) | -31.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.9 ft3 | 10.9 ft3 | 2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 12.9 | 40.1 ft3 | -27.2 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 20.2 ft3 | 88.7 ft3 | -68.5 ft3 |
| 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 |
| 2009 Audi Q7 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 280-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The middle seat of all the SUVs we looked at, had the most room to move furthest forward or backward to allow far rear seat passengers most accommodation. see full Audi Q7 review |