Model Year | 2011 | 2015 | |
Model | Volvo S60 | Volkswagen Jetta | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5600 325 lb-ft@2100 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 210 hp@5300 207 lb-ft@1700 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.3 in | 104.4 in | 4.9 in |
Length | 182.2 in | 183.3 in | -1.1 in |
Width | 73.4 in | 70.0 in | 3.4 in |
Height | 58.4 in | 57.2 in | 1.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3901 lb. | 3124 lb. | 777 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 | 55.2 in | 1.8 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 | 37.1 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.2 in | 53.6 in | 1.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.5 in | 0.0 in | 53.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.5 in | 38.1 in | -4.6 in |
Total Legroom | 75.4 in (over 2 rows) | 79.3 in (over 2 rows) | -3.9 in |
Cargo Volume | 12.0 ft3 | 15.7 ft3 | -3.7 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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