Model Year | 2009 | 2014 | |
Model | Volvo C30 | Volvo XC70 | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 169 kW@5000 320 Nm@1500 |
turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 224 kW@5600 441 Nm@2100 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,639 mm | 2,814 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,252 mm | 4,839 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,783 mm | 1,925 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,448 mm | 1,603 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,452 kg | 1,883 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 60 L | 70 L | -10 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 970 mm | 983 mm | -13 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,361 mm | 1,458 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,349 mm | 1,392 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,074 mm | 1,064 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 925 mm | 980 mm | -55 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,194 mm | 1,435 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,054 mm | 1,400 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 861 mm | 879 mm | -18 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,935 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,943 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 365 L | 943 L | -578 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 572 L | 2,039 L | 570 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 2014 Volvo XC70.