Model Year | 2013 | 2008 | |
Model | Volvo XC60 | Audi A3 | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5600 325 lb-ft@2100 |
3.2L V6 DOHC-4v 250 hp@6300 236 lb-ft@2800 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.2 in | 101.5 in | 7.7 in |
Length | 182.2 in | 168.7 in | 13.5 in |
Width | 74.4 in | 69.5 in | 4.9 in |
Height | 67.4 in | 56.0 in | 11.4 in |
Curb Weight | 4225 lb. | 3660 lb. | 565 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 15.0 gal. | 3.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.0 in | 38.1 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.7 in | 54.3 in | 2.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.2 in | 0.0 in | 54.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 41.2 in | 0 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 36.9 in | 1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.2 in | 52.8 in | 2.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.8 in | 0.0 in | 53.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 34.8 in | 1.6 in |
Total Legroom | 77.6 in (over 2 rows) | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 1.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 30.8 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 | 17.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 67.4 ft3 | 54.6 ft3 | 12.8 ft3 |
2013 Volvo XC60 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2014 | Volvos have long been renowned for seat comfort, and the XC60 continues this tradition with seats that are thoroughly supportive without being as firm as those in the Cadillac and in the German crossovers. This said, some people might find the headrests overly intrusive. The Inscription Package adds power lumbar adjusters to both seats. Otherwise these adjusters are manual. Notable in its absence: front seat ventilation, offered in the Audi and Cadillac, isn't an option in the XC60. Also, no massage. see full Volvo XC60 review |
2013 Volvo XC60 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
They are firm enough & well shaped to be comfortable over the long trip + also comfortable when you first sit in them see full Volvo XC60 review |
2008 Audi A3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
A lot less leg room when compared to the GTI, but the rear hatch space is bigger. see full Audi A3 review |
2008 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Really just a 4 place vehicle...3 across in the rear is not comfortably possible. see full Audi A3 review |
2008 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Slightly too close to each other in arm room. see full Audi A3 review |
2007 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
The back seat is too small for most adults. I hadn't thought about it much when I bought the car, but it became apparent. I'd take friends to lunch and they are uncomfortable.Even ifa personplans on sitting small children in the back, they grow and the useful life of the car is affected. I wish the Europeans would figure that out. see full Audi A3 review |
2007 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Due to the position of the doors it is hard to get in and out of the car. see full Audi A3 review |