Model Year | 2012 | 2013 | |
Model | Volvo C30 | Toyota Avalon | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 111.0 in | -7.1 in |
Length | 167.4 in | 195.2 in | -27.8 in |
Width | 70.2 in | 72.2 in | -2 in |
Height | 57.0 in | 57.5 in | -0.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3211 lb. | 3461 lb. | -250 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 17.0 gal. | -1.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 38.5 in | -0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.6 in | 58.2 in | -4.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.1 in | 55.1 in | -2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 42.1 in | 0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 37.9 in | -1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 47.0 in | 56.9 in | -9.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 41.5 in | 54.6 in | -13.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.9 in | 39.2 in | -5.3 in |
Total Legroom | 76.2 in (over 2 rows) | 81.3 in (over 2 rows) | -5.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.9 ft3 | 16.0 ft3 | -3.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 20.2 ft3 | 16.0 ft3 | 4.2 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 |
2013 Toyota Avalon Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
Compounding the Avalon's lack of suspension compliance, its seats are also firm, yet lacking in lateral support. You very much sit on them rather than in them. On a long drive my rear end reported impinged circulation. The front passenger is even worse off, as the tilt of that seat can be adjusted only in the Limited. Rear seat passengers also complained about overly firm, insufficiently contoured cushions. see full Toyota Avalon review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2013 Toyota Avalon.