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!
Excellent performance without sacrificing fuel economy. Averages 25 mpg in mixed city/highway driving..great for a heavy turbocharged car.
Volvo's Scandanavian simplicity amounts to easy-to-use controls and a no-frills interior.
