Model Year | 2008 | 2018 | |
Model | Volvo C30 | Toyota RAV4 | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 104.7 in | -0.8 in |
Length | 167.4 in | 183.5 in | -16.1 in |
Width | 70.2 in | 72.6 in | -2.4 in |
Height | 57.0 in | 65.9 in | -8.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3201 lb. | 3455 lb. | -254 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 0 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 39.8 in | -1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.6 in | 57.3 in | -3.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.1 in | 54.3 in | -1.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 42.6 in | -0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 38.9 in | -2.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 47.0 in | 55.4 in | -8.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 41.5 in | 48.9 in | -7.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.9 in | 37.2 in | -3.3 in |
Total Legroom | 76.2 in (over 2 rows) | 79.8 in (over 2 rows) | -3.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.9 ft3 | 38.4 ft3 | -25.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 20.2 ft3 | 73.4 ft3 | -53.2 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 RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
I initially noted that the well-bolstered driver seat felt "ok." But after a few hours in it my rear started to feel sore. To be fair, I haven't had enough seat time in competitors to state that they fit me better. And even if they do, this could just be me. People come in many different shapes and sizes, have different postures, and so forth. Pity seat designers! The upshot: no one else can tell you how comfortable a seat will be for you. Make the test drive as long as you can before buying. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
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