Model Year | 2012 | 2015 | |
Model | Volvo C30 | Mazda Mazda3 | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 184 hp@5700 185 lb-ft@3250 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 106.3 in | -2.4 in |
Length | 167.4 in | 175.6 in | -8.2 in |
Width | 70.2 in | 70.7 in | -0.5 in |
Height | 57.0 in | 57.3 in | -0.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3211 lb. | 2945 lb. | 266 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 2.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 38.6 in | -0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.6 in | 57.2 in | -3.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.1 in | 55.5 in | -2.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 42.2 in | 0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 37.6 in | -1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 47.0 in | 54.4 in | -7.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 41.5 in | 53.5 in | -12 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.9 in | 35.8 in | -1.9 in |
Total Legroom | 76.2 in (over 2 rows) | 78 in (over 2 rows) | -1.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.9 ft3 | 20.2 ft3 | -7.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 20.2 ft3 | 47.1 ft3 | -26.9 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 |
2015 Mazda Mazda3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
The Mazda3 also isn't a clear choice if a roomy rear seat is a top priority. Sitting behind my 5-9 self, I had little room to spare. The rear seat in the Ford Focus is at least as tight, but has a more comfortably positioned cushion. A Honda Civic, Nissan Sentra, or Toyota Corolla has far more rear seat room. If you like how the Mazda3 looks and drives, but need more rear seat legroom, the Mazda6 offers another three inches for another $2,100 to $3,700 (depending on trim level). see full Mazda Mazda3 review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Mazda Mazda3.