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Model Year | 2009 | 2023 | |
Model | Volvo C30 | Kia Rio | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,639 mm | 2,581 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,252 mm | 4,064 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,783 mm | 1,725 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,448 mm | 1,450 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,452 kg | 1,253 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 60 L | 45 L | 15 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 970 mm | 988 mm | -18 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,361 mm | 1,374 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,349 mm | 1,344 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,074 mm | 1,069 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 925 mm | 965 mm | -40 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,194 mm | 1,354 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,054 mm | 1,331 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 861 mm | 851 mm | 10 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,935 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,920 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 365 L | 493 L | -128 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 572 L | 929 L | -357 L |
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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Kia Rio.