Model Year | 2008 | 2018 | |
Model | Volvo C30 | Toyota Highlander | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 295 hp@6600 263 lb-ft@4700 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 109.8 in | -5.9 in |
Length | 167.4 in | 192.5 in | -25.1 in |
Width | 70.2 in | 75.8 in | -5.6 in |
Height | 57.0 in | 68.1 in | -11.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3201 lb. | 4370 lb. | -1169 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 19.2 gal. | -3.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 40.7 in | -2.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.6 in | 59.3 in | -5.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.1 in | 57.2 in | -4.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 44.2 in | -1.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 39.9 in | -3.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 47.0 in | 59.6 in | -12.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 41.5 in | 57.1 in | -15.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.9 in | 38.4 in | -4.5 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 35.9 in | -35.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 55.0 in | -55 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 45.6 in | -45.6 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 27.7 in | -27.7 in |
Total Legroom | 76.2 in (over 2 rows) | 110.3 in (over 3 rows) | -34.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.9 ft3 | 13.8 ft3 | -0.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 12.9 | 42.3 ft3 | -29.4 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 20.2 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 | -63.5 ft3 |
2008 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 |
2008 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 |
2018 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2018 | 4dr SUV 295-horsepower 3.5L V6 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
3rd row seat is midget sized. Claiming that the Highlander is an 8-passenger vehicle is a lie. It's either 5 normal-sized people, or Snow White and the 7 dwarfs. There is no way you can accommodate 8 normal-sized people comfortably in this car. see full Toyota Highlander review |