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2009 Volvo C30 and 2007 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2007 | |
| Model | Volvo C30 | Mercedes-Benz C-Class | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6000 258 lb-ft@2400 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
| Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 106.9 in | -3 in |
| Length | 167.4 in | 178.4 in | -11 in |
| Width | 70.2 in | 68.0 in | 2.2 in |
| Height | 57.0 in | 55.6 in | 1.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 3201 lb. | 3495 lb. | -294 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 16.4 gal. | -0.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 38.9 in | -0.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.6 in | 53.1 in | 0.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.1 in | 51.9 in | 1.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 41.7 in | 0.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 37.3 in | -0.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 47.0 in | 54.3 in | -7.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 41.5 in | 54.5 in | -13 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 33.9 in | 33.0 in | 0.9 in |
| Total Legroom | 76.2 in (over 2 rows) | 74.7 in (over 2 rows) | 1.5 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.9 ft3 | 12.2 ft3 | 0.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 20.2 ft3 | 12.2 ft3 | 8 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Volvo C30
| 2009 Volvo C30 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2007 Mercedes-Benz C-Class
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
just ok see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan supercharged 181hp 1.8L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
too tight back there. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan supercharged 154hp 1.8L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Rear seats are narrow and hard. The centre seat is only usable for very small people on very short trips. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 201-horsepower 2.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
There is no rear seat room. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 228-horsepower 3.0L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
fake leather is too cheap for a m-b. seats too hard. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
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