Model Year | 2011 | 2021 | |
Model | Volvo S60 | Volkswagen Golf / GTI | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5600 325 lb-ft@2100 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 228 hp@4700 258 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.3 in | 103.8 in | 5.5 in |
Length | 182.2 in | 167.6 in | 14.6 in |
Width | 73.4 in | 70.8 in | 2.6 in |
Height | 58.4 in | 58.2 in | 0.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3901 lb. | 3186 lb. | 715 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.8 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 4.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.3 in | 38.4 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.0 in | 55.9 in | 1.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.9 in | 0.0 in | 54.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 41.2 in | 0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.4 in | 38.1 in | -0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.2 in | 53.9 in | 1.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.5 in | 0.0 in | 53.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.5 in | 35.6 in | -2.1 in |
Total Legroom | 75.4 in (over 2 rows) | 76.8 in (over 2 rows) | -1.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.0 ft3 | 17.4 ft3 | -5.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.0 ft3 | 53.7 ft3 | -41.7 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 |
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