Model Year | 2013 | 2015 | |
Model | Volvo C30 | Kia Optima | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 274 hp@6000 269 lb-ft@1650 |
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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 | 110.0 in | -6.1 in |
Length | 167.4 in | 190.7 in | -23.3 in |
Width | 70.2 in | 72.1 in | -1.9 in |
Height | 57.0 in | 57.9 in | -0.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3211 lb. | 3468 lb. | -257 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -2.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 40.0 in | -1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.6 in | 57.3 in | -3.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.1 in | 54.7 in | -1.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 45.5 in | -3.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 37.6 in | -1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 47.0 in | 55.7 in | -8.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 41.5 in | 54.5 in | -13 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.9 in | 34.7 in | -0.8 in |
Total Legroom | 76.2 in (over 2 rows) | 80.2 in (over 2 rows) | -4 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 2015 Kia Optima.