Model Year | 2009 | 2015 | |
Model | Volvo C30 | Buick Regal | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 259 hp@5500 295 lb-ft@3000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 107.8 in | -3.9 in |
Length | 167.4 in | 190.2 in | -22.8 in |
Width | 70.2 in | 73.1 in | -2.9 in |
Height | 57.0 in | 58.4 in | -1.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3201 lb. | 3692 lb. | -491 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 18.0 gal. | -2.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 38.8 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.6 in | 56.7 in | -3.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.1 in | 55.4 in | -2.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 42.1 in | 0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 36.8 in | -0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 47.0 in | 54.4 in | -7.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 41.5 in | 52.3 in | -10.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.9 in | 37.3 in | -3.4 in |
Total Legroom | 76.2 in (over 2 rows) | 79.4 in (over 2 rows) | -3.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.9 ft3 | 14.2 ft3 | -1.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 20.2 ft3 | 14.2 ft3 | 6 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 |
2015 Buick Regal Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
Both the Regal and 200 have much less rear seat room than the average midsize sedan. Adults up to about six feet in height will fit, but with little room to spare. see full Buick Regal review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Buick Regal.