Volvo S60 (2012) vs. Subaru Forester (2018) Specs

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2012 Volvo S60 and 2018 Subaru Forester Specifications

Model Year	2012	2018
Model	Volvo S60	Subaru Forester
Engine	turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5600 325 lb-ft@2100	turbocharged 2.0L H4 DOHC-4v 250 hp@5600 258 lb-ft@2000
Transmission	6-speed shiftable automatic	8-speed shiftable CVT
Drivetrain	AWD	AWD
Body	4dr Sedan	4dr SUV
			Difference
Wheelbase	109.3 in	103.9 in	5.4 in
Length	182.2 in	180.9 in	1.3 in
Width	73.4 in	70.7 in	2.7 in
Height	58.4 in	66.4 in	-8 in
Curb Weight	3812 lb.	3653 lb.	159 lb.
Fuel Capacity	17.8 gal.	15.9 gal.	1.9 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	38.3 in	41.4 in	-3.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	57.0 in	57.0 in	0 in
Hip Room, Row 1	54.9 in	53.9 in	1 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.9 in	43.0 in	-1.1 in
Headroom, Row 2	37.4 in	39.8 in	-2.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	55.2 in	56.5 in	-1.3 in
Hip Room, Row 2	53.5 in	53.0 in	0.5 in
Legroom, Row 2	33.5 in	38.0 in	-4.5 in
Total Legroom	75.4 in (over 2 rows)	81 in (over 2 rows)	-5.6 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	12.0 ft³	34.4 ft³	-22.4 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	12.0 ft³	74.7 ft³	-62.7 ft³

2012 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

2012 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

2018 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2017	4dr SUV turbocharged 250hp 2.0L H4 8-speed shiftable CVT AWD	- Terrible front seat support - The cushions are too short - It's not noticeable on a test drive right away. I would not have bought the car! Test drive extensively! - Surfaces where your elbows would lay are too hard - I purchased foam pads to make it feel better. - Tall drivers like myself will struggle with the telescoping wheel's short extension range. - It is hard to get into a fully comfortable driving position. The memory seats in the XT help somewhat by retaining your seat settings if moved. - Front seat cushions are too short - Yes I said this twice - Front seat cushions are too short - Yes I said this THREE times! Subaru are you listening? The front seat cushions are WAY TOO SHORT! see full Subaru Forester review

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