| Model Year | 2012 | 2015 | |
| Model | Volvo C30 | Nissan JUKE | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 215 hp@6000 210 lb-ft@3600 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 99.6 in | 4.3 in |
| Length | 167.4 in | 162.4 in | 5 in |
| Width | 70.2 in | 69.5 in | 0.7 in |
| Height | 57.0 in | 61.8 in | -4.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3211 lb. | 2969 lb. | 242 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 2.7 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 39.6 in | -1.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.6 in | 53.6 in | 0 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.1 in | 51.5 in | 1.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 42.1 in | 0.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 36.7 in | -0.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 47.0 in | 51.4 in | -4.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 41.5 in | 48.4 in | -6.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 33.9 in | 32.1 in | 1.8 in |
| Total Legroom | 76.2 in (over 2 rows) | 74.2 in (over 2 rows) | 2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.9 ft3 | 10.5 ft3 | 2.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 20.2 ft3 | 35.9 ft3 | -15.7 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 2015 Nissan JUKE.