Model Year | 2009 | 2018 | |
Model | Volvo S60 | Volkswagen Golf / GTI | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.4L I5 DOHC-4v 257 hp@5500 258 lb-ft@2100 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 292 hp@5400 280 lb-ft@1800 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.9 in | 103.8 in | 3.1 in |
Length | 180.2 in | 167.6 in | 12.6 in |
Width | 71.4 in | 70.8 in | 0.6 in |
Height | 56.2 in | 58.2 in | -2 in |
Curb Weight | 3393 lb. | 3373 lb. | 20 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 4.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 38.4 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.2 in | 55.9 in | 0.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 49.0 in | 0.0 in | 49 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.6 in | 41.2 in | 1.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.9 in | 38.1 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 53.9 in | 1.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.2 in | 0.0 in | 55.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.3 in | 35.6 in | -2.3 in |
Total Legroom | 75.9 in (over 2 rows) | 76.8 in (over 2 rows) | -0.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.9 ft3 | 17.4 ft3 | -3.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.9 ft3 | 53.7 ft3 | -39.8 ft3 |
2009 Volvo S60 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 208hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Superior comfort. Excellent support while still soft. see full Volvo S60 review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Volkswagen Golf / GTI.