Model Year | 2009 | 2018 | |
Model | Volvo C30 | Toyota 86 | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
2.0L H4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@7000 151 lb-ft@6400 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 2dr Hatch | 2dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 101.2 in | 2.7 in |
Length | 167.4 in | 166.7 in | 0.7 in |
Width | 70.2 in | 69.9 in | 0.3 in |
Height | 57.0 in | 50.6 in | 6.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3201 lb. | 2815 lb. | 386 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 2.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 37.1 in | 1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.6 in | 54.5 in | -0.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.1 in | 53.1 in | 0 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 41.9 in | 0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 35.0 in | 1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 47.0 in | 51.7 in | -4.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 41.5 in | 45.3 in | -3.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.9 in | 29.9 in | 4 in |
Total Legroom | 76.2 in (over 2 rows) | 71.8 in (over 2 rows) | 4.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.9 ft3 | 6.9 ft3 | 6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 20.2 ft3 | 6.9 ft3 | 13.3 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 2018 Toyota 86.