Model Year | 2012 | 2018 | |
Model | Volvo C30 | Lexus IS | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 250 hp@5500 273 lb-ft@1500 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 306 hp@6400 277 lb-ft@4800 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 110.2 in | -6.3 in |
Length | 167.4 in | 184.3 in | -16.9 in |
Width | 70.2 in | 71.3 in | -1.1 in |
Height | 57.0 in | 56.3 in | 0.7 in |
Curb Weight | 3211 lb. | 3593 lb. | -382 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 17.4 gal. | -1.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 38.2 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.6 in | 55.9 in | -2.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.1 in | 54.3 in | -1.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 44.8 in | -2.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 36.9 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 47.0 in | 53.4 in | -6.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 41.5 in | 54.0 in | -12.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.9 in | 32.2 in | 1.7 in |
Total Legroom | 76.2 in (over 2 rows) | 77 in (over 2 rows) | -0.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.9 ft3 | 10.8 ft3 | 2.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 20.2 ft3 | 10.8 ft3 | 9.4 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Lexus IS.