| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | |
| Model | Volvo C30 | BMW X5 | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 115.5 in | -11.6 in |
| Length | 167.4 in | 191.2 in | -23.8 in |
| Width | 70.2 in | 76.1 in | -5.9 in |
| Height | 57.0 in | 69.9 in | -12.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 3211 lb. | 4960 lb. | -1749 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 22.5 gal. | -6.6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 39.3 in | -1.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.6 in | 60.0 in | -6.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.1 in | 0.0 in | 53.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 40.0 in | 2.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 39.0 in | -2.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 47.0 in | 58.0 in | -11 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 41.5 in | 0.0 in | 41.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 33.9 in | 36.6 in | -2.7 in |
| Total Legroom | 76.2 in (over 2 rows) | 76.6 in (over 2 rows) | -0.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.9 ft3 | 7.1 ft3 | 5.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 12.9 | 21.9 ft3 | -9 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 20.2 ft3 | 61.8 ft3 | -41.6 ft3 |
| 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 BMW X5.