Model Year | 2013 | 2014 | |
Model | Volvo S60 | Mercedes-Benz CLA | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 325 hp@6500 354 lb-ft@3000 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 355 hp@6000 332 lb-ft@2250 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.3 in | 106.3 in | 3 in |
Length | 182.2 in | 182.3 in | -0.1 in |
Width | 73.4 in | 70.0 in | 3.4 in |
Height | 58.4 in | 56.6 in | 1.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3877 lb. | 3494 lb. | 383 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.8 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 3.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.3 in | 38.2 in | 0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.0 in | 56.0 in | 1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.9 in | 0.0 in | 54.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 40.2 in | 1.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.4 in | 35.6 in | 1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.2 in | 53.2 in | 2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.5 in | 0.0 in | 53.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.5 in | 27.1 in | 6.4 in |
Total Legroom | 75.4 in (over 2 rows) | 67.3 in (over 2 rows) | 8.1 in |
Cargo Volume | 12.0 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 | -1.1 ft3 |
2013 Volvo S60 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 250hp 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The driver's seat and driver's position are outstanding, the best I've ever experienced and I've driven Lexuses and Infinitis. Passenger's seat is also very comfortable.rnrnCaution: Back seat and trunk are small. Also, no spare. You get an inflation kit. You can pay $250 for a donut spare. see full Volvo S60 review |
2013 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Volvo has a reputation for quality seating - I am very pleased with the comfort and support. I had a recent trip of about 14 hours, and the seats provided the best comfort I've had compared to all other cars I've owned and have drove in long distance trips. see full Volvo S60 review |
2012 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 250hp 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very comfortable driving position. Visibility is outstanding in all quarters. I've taken this car on frequent road trips (>300 miles) and I've been very comfortable throughout the trip. see full Volvo S60 review |
2013 Volvo S60 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 250hp 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very tight in back. see full Volvo S60 review |
2013 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Rear seat space is smaller than 3-series BMW. It's fine for children/young adults, but full size people will find it a little tight. Volvo should have added about six inches to the length and a few inches in width. see full Volvo S60 review |
2014 Mercedes-Benz CLA Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
The CLA's rear legroom stat, a very low 27.1 inches, suggests that adults won't even fit in back. But this stat under-represents reality. At 5-9, I could just manage to site behind myself. More than the limited amount of room, I minded the highly constricted view out. The coupe-like roof line takes a big cut out of the rear side windows. Unlike in the C-Class, the front seats largely block rear seat passengers' view forward. Suffer from claustrophobia? Best avoid the CLA. But, it's a coupe, so what did you expect? see full Mercedes-Benz CLA review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 Mercedes-Benz CLA.