Volvo C30 (2011) vs. Lexus GS (2014) Specs

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2011 Volvo C30 and 2014 Lexus GS Specifications

Model Year	2011	2014
Model	Volvo C30	Lexus GS
Engine	turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500	3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 306 hp@6400 277 lb-ft@4800
Transmission	5-speed shiftable automatic	8-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	FWD	RWD
Body	2dr Hatch	4dr Sedan
			Difference
Wheelbase	103.9 in	112.2 in	-8.3 in
Length	167.4 in	190.7 in	-23.3 in
Width	70.2 in	72.4 in	-2.2 in
Height	57.0 in	57.3 in	-0.3 in
Curb Weight	3200 lb.	3795 lb.	-595 lb.
Fuel Capacity	15.9 gal.	17.4 gal.	-1.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	38.2 in	38.0 in	0.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	53.6 in	57.3 in	-3.7 in
Hip Room, Row 1	53.1 in	54.5 in	-1.4 in
Legroom, Row 1	42.3 in	42.3 in	0 in
Headroom, Row 2	36.4 in	37.8 in	-1.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	47.0 in	55.7 in	-8.7 in
Hip Room, Row 2	41.5 in	54.1 in	-12.6 in
Legroom, Row 2	33.9 in	36.8 in	-2.9 in
Total Legroom	76.2 in (over 2 rows)	79.1 in (over 2 rows)	-2.9 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	12.9 ft³	14.3 ft³	-1.4 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	20.2 ft³	14.3 ft³	5.9 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

2014 Lexus GS Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Comment
2014	The best thing about driving the Lexus GS F Sport two years ago remains the best thing. Its highly adjustable driver seat ranks among the few that are both supportive during aggressive driving and comfortable all the time. Adjustments include bi-level lumber, side bolsters, and thigh support. (Note: You can get the same adjustments on the passenger side, but only with the Luxury Package, not the F Sport.) The Cadillac's seats, while far from punishing, aren't as form-fitting or as comfortable. You also sit lower in the CTS, good for feeling sporty, not so good for seeing out of the car. The larger windows in the Lexus also boost driver confidence. see full Lexus GS review

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