Model Year | 2013 | 2008 | |
Model | Volvo C30 | Chevrolet Malibu Classic | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
3.5L V6 OHV-2v 219 hp@5900 219 lb-ft@3200 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 106.3 in | -2.4 in |
Length | 167.4 in | 188.3 in | -20.9 in |
Width | 70.2 in | 69.9 in | 0.3 in |
Height | 57.0 in | 57.5 in | -0.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3211 lb. | 3297 lb. | -86 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 16.3 gal. | -0.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 39.6 in | -1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.6 in | 56.7 in | -3.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.1 in | 53.2 in | -0.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 41.9 in | 0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 37.6 in | -1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 47.0 in | 56.1 in | -9.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 41.5 in | 52.4 in | -10.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.9 in | 38.5 in | -4.6 in |
Total Legroom | 76.2 in (over 2 rows) | 80.4 in (over 2 rows) | -4.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.9 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 | -2.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 20.2 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 | 4.8 ft3 |
2013 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Classic.