Model Year | 2011 | 2012 | |
Model | Volvo S60 | Mercedes-Benz R-Class | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5600 325 lb-ft@2100 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 302 hp@6500 273 lb-ft@3500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.3 in | 126.6 in | -17.3 in |
Length | 182.2 in | 203.1 in | -20.9 in |
Width | 73.4 in | 77.1 in | -3.7 in |
Height | 58.4 in | 65.4 in | -7 in |
Curb Weight | 3901 lb. | 4960 lb. | -1059 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.8 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -3.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.3 in | 39.8 in | -1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.0 in | 60.3 in | -3.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.9 in | 0.0 in | 54.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 39.8 in | 2.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.4 in | 40.4 in | -3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.2 in | 59.6 in | -4.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.5 in | 0.0 in | 53.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.5 in | 36.2 in | -2.7 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.2 in | -37.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 52.8 in | -52.8 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 32.4 in | -32.4 in |
Total Legroom | 75.4 in (over 2 rows) | 108.4 in (over 3 rows) | -33 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.0 ft3 | 15.2 ft3 | -3.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 12.0 | 42.2 ft3 | -30.2 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.0 ft3 | 85.0 ft3 | -73 ft3 |
2011 Volvo S60 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Mercedes-Benz R-Class.