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Volvo C30 (2013) vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2013 Volvo C30 and 2012 Volkswagen Golf / GTI specs.

2013 Volvo C30 and 2012 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Specifications

Model Year 2013 2012  
Model Volvo C30 Volkswagen Golf / GTI  
Engine turbocharged
2.5L I5
DOHC-4v
186 kW@5500
370 Nm@1500
turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
188 kW@4300
329 Nm@2400
 
Transmission 5-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed manual  
Drivetrain FWD AWD  
Body 2dr Hatch 2dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,639 mm 2,578 mm 0 mm
Length 4,252 mm 4,201 mm 0 mm
Width 1,783 mm 1,786 mm 0 mm
Height 1,448 mm 1,481 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,457 kg 1,509 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 60 L 55 L 5 L
Headroom, Row 1 970 mm 998 mm -28 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,361 mm 1,389 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,349 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,074 mm 1,046 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 925 mm 978 mm -53 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,194 mm 1,341 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,054 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Legroom, Row 2 861 mm 902 mm -41 mm
Total Legroom 1,935 mm (over 2 rows) 1,948 mm (over 2 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 365 L 425 L -60 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 572 L 1,303 L 571 L

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Volvo C30

2013 Volvo C30 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Volkswagen Golf / GTI

2012 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed manual FWD
Four adults can easily and comfortably fit in this car, with plenty of room for luggage. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011 2dr Hatch 170-horsepower 2.5L I5
5-speed manual FWD
Seats actually fit your body and have proper bolstering, unlike most other seats in this price range which are more like shelves for oversized American behinds. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011 4dr Hatch turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel
6-speed automated manual FWD
Good leg room and supportive seats. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011 4dr Hatch turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel
6-speed automated manual FWD
Good leg room for a small car. Supportive seats. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011 2dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed manual FWD
I have MS, so comfortable seats are a must. This is the only car that I've been in where I could do a non-stop trip from Michigan to Washington DC in. No fatigue, no stopping for a stretch. It's that good, and VW throws in standard heated seats for the GTI. And they do mean "heated" seats, not "warmed" seats, not "take-the-edge-off" seats. Turn them on full and your bum will be roasting with in a few minutes. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011 4dr Hatch turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel
6-speed automated manual FWD
Firm, supportive seats. Not too hard. Should be excellent for long road trips. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD
Firm, yet comfortable. Excellent lateral support in the turns. Excellent thigh support fro taller driver. Can sit for hours and still feel comfortable. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
 
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