Model Year | 2012 | 2020 | |
Model | Volvo C30 | Lexus ES | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 250 hp@5500 273 lb-ft@1500 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 302 hp@6600 267 lb-ft@4700 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 113.0 in | -9.1 in |
Length | 167.4 in | 195.9 in | -28.5 in |
Width | 70.2 in | 73.4 in | -3.2 in |
Height | 57.0 in | 56.9 in | 0.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3211 lb. | 3649 lb. | -438 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 0 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 37.5 in | 0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.6 in | 55.9 in | -2.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.1 in | 55.0 in | -1.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 42.4 in | -0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 37.8 in | -1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 47.0 in | 54.3 in | -7.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 41.5 in | 54.3 in | -12.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.9 in | 39.2 in | -5.3 in |
Total Legroom | 76.2 in (over 2 rows) | 81.6 in (over 2 rows) | -5.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.9 ft3 | 16.7 ft3 | -3.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 20.2 ft3 | 16.7 ft3 | 3.5 ft3 |
2012 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 |
2012 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 |
2020 Lexus ES Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2019 | From 2014 on Mazdas have had their front wheels located farther from the passenger compartment than the typical front-wheel-drive car. This opens up space for larger exhaust manifolds behind the engine, for improved performance and efficiency. It also gives the cars more attractive, rear-wheel-drive-like proportions. But it has a price: reduced rear legroom. The Lexus ES provides rear seat passengers with much more room to stretch their legs. Sitting in the rear seat, I can barely reach the front seatback with an outstretched arm. While the first few generations of the Lexus ES were related to the Toyota Camry, the 2013 and 2019 are related to the larger Toyota Avalon. This said, I should also note that the rear seat cushion is the Lexus is mounted somehwat low to the floor, so rear seat passengers also have more need to stretch out if they desire under-thigh support. The new Lexus ES is the sleekest and sportiest to date, and sporty rear roof line's also have a price. see full Lexus ES review |
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