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2008 Volvo V50 and 2009 Volvo C30 Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
| Model | Volvo V50 | Volvo C30 | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 2dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 103.9 in | 0 in |
| Length | 177.7 in | 167.4 in | 10.3 in |
| Width | 69.7 in | 70.2 in | -0.5 in |
| Height | 57.2 in | 57.0 in | 0.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 3379 lb. | 3201 lb. | 178 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 0 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 38.2 in | 0.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 53.6 in | 1.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.7 in | 53.1 in | 0.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 42.3 in | -0.7 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 36.4 in | 1.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.1 in | 47.0 in | 7.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 50.7 in | 41.5 in | 9.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 34.4 in | 33.9 in | 0.5 in |
| Total Legroom | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 76.2 in (over 2 rows) | -0.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 27.4 ft3 | 12.9 ft3 | 14.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 62.9 ft3 | 20.2 ft3 | 42.7 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Volvo V50
| 2008 Volvo V50 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Wagon 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Front seat comfort is top notch. Lots of adjustments with power drivers seat. see full Volvo V50 review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed manual FWD |
It has a lot of arm and leg room for a smaller car. see full Volvo V50 review |
| 2008 Volvo V50 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 218hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Rear seat is for very small people or children only --no leg room. see full Volvo V50 review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed manual FWD |
Not a lot of room for tall adults. Good for kids. see full Volvo V50 review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Volvo C30
| 2009 Volvo C30 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I tested both the Mini Cooper and Volvo C30. The C30, by far, is the most comfortable and easy to find a great driving position. Driving from Los Angeles to San Francisco without any back or shoulder fatigue! see full Volvo C30 review |
| 2008 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I have sat in the seat for three plus hours with no discomfort. see full Volvo C30 review |
| 2009 Volvo C30 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The rear seats are a bit short on leg room. see full Volvo C30 review |
| 2008 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 6-speed manual FWD |
Rear seat room is tight, this is a small hatch coupe afterall. see full Volvo C30 review |
| 2008 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The rear seat is really make for children and not adults see full Volvo C30 review |
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