Model Year | 2009 | 2018 | |
Model | Volvo S80 | BMW 3-Series Gran Turismo | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 281 hp@5600 295 lb-ft@1500 |
turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 320 hp@5500 332 lb-ft@1380 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 111.6 in | 115.0 in | -3.4 in |
Length | 191.0 in | 190.0 in | 1 in |
Width | 73.3 in | 72.0 in | 1.3 in |
Height | 58.8 in | 59.4 in | -0.6 in |
Curb Weight | 4016 lb. | 4103 lb. | -87 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 15.8 gal. | 2.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.8 in | 41.3 in | -3.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.4 in | 55.2 in | 2.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 0.0 in | 54.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 42.0 in | -0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 38.3 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 54.1 in | 2.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.7 in | 0.0 in | 54.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.0 in | 39.2 in | -4.2 in |
Total Legroom | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 81.2 in (over 2 rows) | -4.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.9 ft3 | 18.3 ft3 | -3.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 14.9 | 18.4 ft3 | -3.5 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.9 ft3 | 56.5 ft3 | -41.6 ft3 |
2009 Volvo S80 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Good support for my back. see full Volvo S80 review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Had heard that the seats of the car were amongst the most comfortable and they really are. Not to mention the adaptability to body contour, especially as I am on the bit healthier side. The control panel layout and other gadgets are aesthetically laid out see full Volvo S80 review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 BMW 3-Series Gran Turismo.