Model Year | 2011 | 2021 | |
Model | Volvo C30 | Hyundai Elantra | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 107.1 in | -3.2 in |
Length | 167.4 in | 184.1 in | -16.7 in |
Width | 70.2 in | 71.9 in | -1.7 in |
Height | 57.0 in | 55.7 in | 1.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3200 lb. | 3020 lb. | 180 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 12.4 gal. | 3.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 40.6 in | -2.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.6 in | 56.5 in | -2.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.1 in | 53.4 in | -0.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 42.3 in | 0 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 37.3 in | -0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 47.0 in | 55.6 in | -8.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 41.5 in | 50.5 in | -9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.9 in | 38.0 in | -4.1 in |
Total Legroom | 76.2 in (over 2 rows) | 80.3 in (over 2 rows) | -4.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.9 ft3 | 14.2 ft3 | -1.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 20.2 ft3 | 14.2 ft3 | 6 ft3 |
2011 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 |
2011 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 |
2021 Hyundai Elantra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2021 | Though adjustments to their shape are limited to power lumbar, the new Hyundai Elantra's well-bolstered front seats fit me especially well. Your size and shape likely differ from mine, so impressions of seat comfort will vary. Whether they fit or not, in the Elantra Limited (unlike in the Forte) they are upholstered in real leather and would not appear out of place in an Audi. see full Hyundai Elantra review |
2021 Hyundai Elantra Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
Rear seat passengers enjoy abundant knee room, but those of more than middling height will find headroom and thigh support marginal at best. These weaknesses are fairly common in current compact sedans, but the Forte, with a taller, less swoopy roof line, has a more comfortably positioned rear seat and a bit more rear headroom. see full Hyundai Elantra review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2021 Hyundai Elantra.