| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | |
| Model | Volvo C30 | Toyota Matrix | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,639 mm | 2,601 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,252 mm | 4,366 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,783 mm | 1,765 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,448 mm | 1,560 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,452 kg | 1,300 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 60 L | 50 L | 10 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 970 mm | 1,029 mm | 969 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,361 mm | 1,354 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,349 mm | 1,328 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,074 mm | 1,057 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 925 mm | 998 mm | -73 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,194 mm | 1,336 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,054 mm | 1,110 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 861 mm | 919 mm | -58 mm |
| Total Legroom | 1,935 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,976 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 365 L | 561 L | -196 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 572 L | 1,741 L | 571 L |
| 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 2009 Toyota Matrix.