2012 Volvo C30

Basic Specs

Base Price $24,950
Drivetrain Front Wheel Drive
Curb Weight (lbs) 3200
City (MPG) 21
Hwy (MPG) 29
Horsepower 227@5000
Torque (lb-ft) 236@1500-5000
Wheelbase 103.9
Length (in.) 167.4
Width (in.) 70.2
Height (in.) 57.0

The C30 is Volvo 's first hatchback vehicle since the 480 of the 1980s, which followed the P1800 ES of the 1970s. The C30 was first introduced for the 2007 model year, following the successful unveiling of a concept by the same name in early 2006.

For the 2010 model year onward, the C30 gains a redesigned front-end as well as more standard features. The list includes standard Bluetooth hands-free phone interface, leather gearshift knob with aluminum inlay, leather parking brake cover, trip computer and cruise control.

The C30 is offered in two models, the C30 T5 and T5 R-Design. Both are powered by a 2.5-liter turbocharged 5-cylinder engine that produces 227 horsepower and 236 lb-ft of torque. A 6-speed manual transmission is standard while a 5-speed "Geartronic" automatic with "Auto-stick" function is optional.

Volvo 's unique implementation of a 5-cylinder engine will return 21 city, 30 highway with the automatic -- and suffer a single digit drop to 29 highway for the manual edition for either the T5 or T5 R-design models.

The chassis, with MacPherson front suspension and a multilink rear axle, is optimized to provide outstanding control and precise response to the driver's inputs.

The R-Design continues as the ultimate expression of C30 dynamism fitted with distinctive styling cues and range topping equipment. Standard features include off-black Flextech/Creme premium leather seating surfaces with embossed R-Design logo, a special front grille with matte silver surround and R-Design logo, matte finish outside rearview mirrors, R-Design watch dial instrument cluster, unique aluminum inlays, R-Design sport steering wheel and sport pedals. It gains standard Bluetooth, fog lights and trip computer for the new model year.

Two options packages are available at extra cost on the C30. Premier Plus nets a power moonroof, power adjustable seats, aluminum interior trim and LED running lights. The Platinum package adds a Volvo HDD navigation system, a premium audio system with 12 speakers and Dolby Pro Logic II sound and Sirius satellite radio to the features included in the Premier Plus package.


The list of available stand-alone options includes the navigation system, a Blind Spot Information System (BLIS), the power glass moonroof, leather seating surfaces for the T5 and various hues of metallic paint.

Driving enthusiasts will appreciate that the C30 is 8.5 inches shorter and weighs around 320 pounds less than the Volvo S40 sport sedan. But while the C30 may be shorter, there is still plenty of room for four adults and their gear.

The C30 features Volvo's patented front structure that is divided into zones to enable different deformation properties with the outer zones accounting for most of the deformation in a frontal collision. The more the collision forces approach the passenger compartment, the less the material is deformed.

To ensure that each zone has the right characteristics, the quality of the steel has been varied. Four different types of steel are used. Apart from normal body steel, three different grades of high-strength steel are used. Different steel grades also are used in the rear to help protect occupants in the event of a rear-end collision.

The C30's suite of safety features also includes dual front, side and curtain airbags along with stability and traction control and a tire-pressure warning system.

Key competitors
If you based the competition on its quirky styling alone, the C30 would be in a class of its own thanks to its truly one-of-a-kind tail, but from a practicality standpoint the MINI Cooper S John Cooper Works, Volkswagen GTI and Audi A3 all make reasonable substitutions. If you don't mind sacrificing some luxury, the Honda Civic Si might fulfill the fun factor in a similar size and at a decent cost savings as well.

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    • General
    • Body Style: Hatchback
    • Size: Midsize
    • Market Segment: Near-Luxury
    • Weight: 3200 lbs
    • Exterior
    • Length: 167.4 in.
    • Width: 70.2 in.
    • Height: 57.0 in.
    • Wheelbase: 103.9 in.
    • Ground Clearance: TBD
    • Front Track: 60.4 in.
    • Rear Track: 60.3 in.
    • Weight Distribution: TBD
    • Drag Coefficient: TBD
    • Interior - General
    • Seats: 4
    • Passenger Volume: TBD
    • Cargo Volume: 12.9 cu. ft.
    • Cargo Volume (Seats Folded): 20.2 cu. ft.
    • Interior - Front Row
    • Volume: TBD
    • Leg Room: 41.6 in.
    • Head Room: 38.9 in.
    • Shoulder Room: 54.7 in.
    • Hip Room: 54.3 in.
    • Interior - Second Row
    • Volume: TBD
    • Leg Room: 34.2 in.
    • Head Room: 37.8 in.
    • Shoulder Room: 51.3 in.
    • Hip Room: 45.1 in.
    • Propulsion
    • Fuel Type: Gas
    • Engine Type: 2.5L I5
    • Power: 227 hp @ 5000 rpm
    • Torque: 236 lb-ft @ 1500-5000 rpm
    • Transmission: 6-Speed Manual
    • Highway Fuel Economy: 29 mpg
    • City Fuel Economy: 21 mpg
    • Forced Induction: Turbocharger
    • Direct Injection: No
    • Chassis
    • Layout: Front Wheel Drive
    • Front Suspension: Strut-Type
    • Rear Suspension: Multi-Link
    • Wheels
    • Front: 17" Aluminum
    • Front Tires: 205/50/17
    • Rear: 17" Aluminum
    • Rear Tires: 205/50/17
    • Trailering & Hauling
    • Trailer Weight: 2000 lbs
    • Payload:
    • Tongue Weight: TBD

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      Premium Plus

      • Power Glass Moonroof
      • LED Daytime Running Lights in Spoiler
      • Power Driver's Seat w/ 3-position Memory Function
      • Power Front Passenger Seat
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      Platinum

      • Power Glass Moonroof
      • Navigation System w/ Map Care
      • LED Daytime Running lights in Spoiler
      • Power Driver's Seat w/ 3-position Memory Function
      • Power Front Passenger Seat
      • Premium Sound System
      • SiriusXm Satellite Radio w/ 6 month introductory subscription
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      Climate Package

      • headlight Washers
      • Interior Air Quality System
      • Electronic Climate Control
      • Rain Sensor
      • Heated Front Seats

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      17 x 7 Spartacus Alloy Wheels

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      3-Spoke Leather-clad Steering Wheel

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    Gearshift Knob

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      Leather-clad Gearshift knob Leather w/ Aluminum Inlay

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    Options

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      SiriusXM Satellite Radio w/ 6-month introductory Subscription

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      Five-Speed Greatronic Automatic Transmission

      • Five-speed Geartronic Automatic Transmission offers the best of both worlds. Leave it in five-speed automatic mode for carefree driving, or nudge it into manual mode to shift gears yourself. This allows you to maintain a lower gear, for example, to provide added engine braking as you approach a bend or curve. The automatic transmission is also perfect if you need to get the car to crawl slowly with a heavy load under difficult conditions.

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      Polestar Performance

      • This super efficient tuning software will optimize the output of your Volvo's T5 engine and increase horsepower from 227 to 250 hp, and torque from 238 to 273 lb. ft. It's the kind of enhanced performance that kicks in when you need it most. you'll really feel the difference when passing or accelerating up hills. Plus, Polestar will not impact the certified fuel economy or the emissions, and Volvo's factory warranty is not affected provided it is installed at an authorized Volvo retailer.

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      Blind Spot Information System

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      Keyless Drive

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      Load Cover

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      Active Dual Xenon Headlights

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      Load Bars

      • Designed to fit the car's factory-prepared, roof moulding attachment, these heavy duty, arched aluminum profiles with black plastic fully-covered feet allow quick and easy attachment of Volvo's load-carrying accessories.

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      Sport Pedals

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      Rear Skid Plate w/ Dual End Pipes

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      Sport Floor Mats

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      Front Bumper Bar

      • Style your new C30 for the challenges in the urban jungle with this matte aluminum finish front skid plate.

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      Side Scuff Plates

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      Exterior Styling Kit

      • Further enhancing the sportiness of your Volvo C30, this styling kit features a front bumper bar, side scuff plates and rear skid plate with dual tailpipes.

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      Portable Navigation System

      • Volvo has teamed with Garmin and developed a premium portable navigation system that mounts safely and securely in all new Volvos. The wide, bright touch screen allows you to navigate safely, keep track of your location, plan your route, select Points of Interest, entertainment, and much more. It even has pre-loaded data that will direct you to the nearest Volvo Dealer. The portable navigator comes fully loaded with detailed maps of North America and Canada, Puerto Rico plus over 20 text & voice languages to coose from. The system features Bluetooth technology with built-in microphone and speaker. You can listen to an audio book or play music by using the built-in audio book or MP3 player. Other features: anti-theft lock, JPED picture viewer, currency & measurement converter, calculator, FM transmitter, the list goes on and on.

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      Interior Styling Kit

      • It's the little extras that will enahnce the Volvo C30's dynamic interior design. The interior styling kit consists of: Sport Door Sill Mouldings, Reversible Cargo Mat and Sport Mats.

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      Sport Door Sill Molding

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