Model Year | 2010 | 2008 | |
Model | Volvo C30 | Lexus LX | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
5.7L V8 DOHC-4v 383 hp@5600 403 lb-ft@3600 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD w/low range | |
Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 112.2 in | -8.3 in |
Length | 167.4 in | 196.5 in | -29.1 in |
Width | 70.2 in | 77.6 in | -7.4 in |
Height | 57.0 in | 75.6 in | -18.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3201 lb. | 5995 lb. | -2794 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 24.6 gal. | -8.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 38.3 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.6 in | 61.0 in | -7.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.1 in | 58.9 in | -5.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 42.9 in | -0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 38.9 in | -2.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 47.0 in | 61.4 in | -14.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 41.5 in | 58.5 in | -17 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.9 in | 34.4 in | -0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 35.8 in | -35.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 62.3 in | -62.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 56.6 in | -56.6 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 28.3 in | -28.3 in |
Total Legroom | 76.2 in (over 2 rows) | 105.6 in (over 3 rows) | -29.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.9 ft3 | 15.5 ft3 | -2.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 12.9 | 41.0 ft3 | -28.1 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 20.2 ft3 | 83.1 ft3 | -62.9 ft3 |
2010 Volvo C30 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2010 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 2008 Lexus LX.