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Volvo C30 (2009) vs. Lexus IS (2018) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2009 Volvo C30 and 2018 Lexus IS specs.

2009 Volvo C30 and 2018 Lexus IS Specifications

Model Year 2009 2018  
Model Volvo C30 Lexus IS  
Engine turbocharged
2.5L I5
DOHC-4v
169 kW@5000
320 Nm@1500
3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
228 kW@6400
376 Nm@4800
 
Transmission 5-speed shiftable automatic 8-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD RWD  
Body 2dr Hatch 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,639 mm 2,799 mm 0 mm
Length 4,252 mm 4,681 mm 0 mm
Width 1,783 mm 1,811 mm 0 mm
Height 1,448 mm 1,430 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,452 kg 1,630 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 60 L 66 L -6 L
Headroom, Row 1 970 mm 970 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,361 mm 1,420 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,349 mm 1,379 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,074 mm 1,138 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 925 mm 937 mm -12 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,194 mm 1,356 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,054 mm 1,372 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 861 mm 818 mm 43 mm
Total Legroom 1,935 mm (over 2 rows) 1,956 mm (over 2 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 365 L 306 L 59 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 572 L 10.8 561.2 L

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Volvo C30

2009 Volvo C30 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

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