Model Year | 2009 | 2012 | |
Model | Volvo S80 | Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hardtop conv. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 111.6 in | 100.8 in | 10.8 in |
Length | 191.0 in | 180.4 in | 10.6 in |
Width | 73.3 in | 71.5 in | 1.8 in |
Height | 58.8 in | 51.1 in | 7.7 in |
Curb Weight | 3800 lb. | 4220 lb. | -420 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -2.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.8 in | 37.7 in | 0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.4 in | 54.0 in | 3.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 53.9 in | 0.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 42.9 in | -1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 0.0 in | 38.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 0.0 in | 56.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.7 in | 0.0 in | 54.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.0 in | 0.0 in | 35 in |
Total Legroom | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 42.9 in (over 1 rows) | 34 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.9 ft3 | 7.2 ft3 | 7.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.9 ft3 | 10.2 ft3 | 4.7 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 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL.