| Model Year | 2009 | 2014 | |
| Model | Volvo C30 | Nissan LEAF | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 106.3 in | -2.4 in |
| Length | 167.4 in | 175.0 in | -7.6 in |
| Width | 70.2 in | 69.7 in | 0.5 in |
| Height | 57.0 in | 61.0 in | -4 in |
| Curb Weight | 3201 lb. | 3256 lb. | -55 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 0.0 gal. | 15.9 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 41.2 in | -3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.6 in | 54.3 in | -0.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.1 in | 51.7 in | 1.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 42.1 in | 0.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 37.3 in | -0.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 47.0 in | 52.5 in | -5.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 41.5 in | 50.0 in | -8.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 33.9 in | 33.3 in | 0.6 in |
| Total Legroom | 76.2 in (over 2 rows) | 75.4 in (over 2 rows) | 0.8 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.9 ft3 | 24.0 ft3 | -11.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 20.2 ft3 | 30.0 ft3 | -9.8 ft3 |
| 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 Nissan LEAF.