Model Year | 2009 | 2016 | |
Model | Volvo C30 | Land Rover Discovery Sport | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 240 hp@5500 251 lb-ft@1750 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 9-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 107.9 in | -4 in |
Length | 167.4 in | 180.7 in | -13.3 in |
Width | 70.2 in | 74.6 in | -4.4 in |
Height | 57.0 in | 67.9 in | -10.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3201 lb. | 3845 lb. | -644 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -2.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 40.2 in | -2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.6 in | 0.0 in | 53.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.1 in | 0.0 in | 53.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 0.0 in | 42.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 38.7 in | -2.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 47.0 in | 0.0 in | 47 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 41.5 in | 0.0 in | 41.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.9 in | 0.0 in | 33.9 in |
Total Legroom | 76.2 in (over 2 rows) | 0 in (over 1 rows) | 76.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.9 ft3 | 0.0 | 12.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 12.9 | 32.7 | -19.8 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 20.2 ft3 | 66.9 | -46.7 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport.