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2012 Volvo C30 and 2011 Mazda RX-8 Specifications
| Model Year | 2012 | 2011 | |
| Model | Volvo C30 | Mazda RX-8 | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
1.3L R2 OHV-2v 232 hp@8500 159 lb-ft@5500 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
| Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr Coupe | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 106.4 in | -2.5 in |
| Length | 167.4 in | 175.6 in | -8.2 in |
| Width | 70.2 in | 69.7 in | 0.5 in |
| Height | 57.0 in | 52.8 in | 4.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 3211 lb. | 3064 lb. | 147 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 0 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 38.2 in | 0 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.6 in | 54.8 in | -1.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.1 in | 53.3 in | -0.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 42.7 in | -0.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 36.8 in | -0.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 47.0 in | 54.9 in | -7.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 41.5 in | 48.1 in | -6.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 33.9 in | 32.2 in | 1.7 in |
| Total Legroom | 76.2 in (over 2 rows) | 74.9 in (over 2 rows) | 1.3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.9 ft3 | 7.6 ft3 | 5.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 20.2 ft3 | 7.6 ft3 | 12.6 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Volvo C30
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Mazda RX-8
| 2011 Mazda RX-8 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Coupe 232-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
The R3 Recaro seats had side bolsters that were a bit tight for us. I am below average in size as a male, and my wife is also very small and we found the bolsters cut into our hips far more than was comfortable. The seats are racing oriented only. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
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