Volvo C30 - Generation 1.2 (2010-2014)

VOLVO C30 (2010-2014)

An update done in 2010 had the 2.4 models replaced by a sole 2.0 while the T5 remains unchanged, apart from some exterior changes. Although the top end model got axed in 2012, the surviving one remained two years later or when stocks depleted.

See the overview of this C30
See the Generation 1.1 model

OWNERSHIP DETAILS	T5	2.0
Years Available	March 2010-March 2012	March 2010-2014
ENGINE SPECS
Engine	B5254T7 2.5 DOHC 20V I5	B4204S3 2.0 DOHC 16V I4
Horsepower	227hp @ 5,000rpm	143hp @ 6,000rpm
Torque	320Nm @ 1,500-5,000rpm	185Nm @ 4,500rpm
Fuel Type	Gasoline/95 Octane	Gasoline/93 Octane
Fuel System	Electronic Fuel Injection	Electronic Fuel Injection
Transmission	5-Speed Automatic	6-Speed Powershift
Fuel Tank Capacity	55 Liters	55 Liters
DIMENSIONS
Length	4,252mm	4,252mm
Width	1,782mm	1,782mm
Height	1,447mm	1,447mm
Wheelbase	2,640mm	2,640mm
Curb Weight	1,437kg	1,424kg
Body Style	3 Door Hatchback	3 Door Hatchback
Engine/Drive Type	Front Engine/Front Wheel Drive	Front Engine/Front Wheel Drive
Seating	5	5
SUSPENSION & TIRES
Front Suspension	McPherson Strut	McPherson Strut
Rear Suspension	Multi Link	Multi Link
Front Brakes	Vented Disc	Vented Disc
Rear Brakes	Disc	Disc
Tires	205/50 R17	205/55 R16
Wheels	17 Inch Alloy	16 Inch Alloy
SAFETY
Airbags	6	6
Anti-Lock Brakes	Yes, With Electronic Brake Assist	Yes, With Electronic Brake Assist
Traction/Stability Control	Yes, Dynamic Stability Traction Control	Yes, Dynamic Stability Traction Control
Other Safety Features	Adds: Rear Parking Sensors	None
EXTERIOR
Fog Lamps	Front and Rear	Front and Rear
Other Exterior Features	Adds: HID Headlamps, Headlamp Washers, Rear Spoiler	Rear Wiper, Side Mirror Signal Repeaters, Puddle Lamp, Moon Roof
INTERIOR
Steering Wheel Adjustment	Tilt/Telescopic	Tilt/Telescopic
Steering Wheel Material	Leather	Leather
Seating Adjustment	Power, Driver	Power, Driver
Seating Material	Leather	Fabric
Other Interior Features	Adds: Hands Free Phone	60/40 Fold Rear Seat, Intelligent Driver Information System with On Board Computer, Aluminum Accents, First Aid Kit
CONVENIENCE FEATURES
Power Amenities	Steering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors with Heat and Fold	Steering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors with Heat and Fold
Climate Control	Automatic	Automatic
Audio System	AM/FM/6 CD/MP3/AUX	AM/FM/6 CD/MP3/AUX
Speakers	8, Dynaudio System	6
Steering Wheel Controls	Yes, Audio and Cruise Control	Yes, Audio and Cruise Control
Alarm	Yes	Yes
Keyless Entry	Yes	Yes
NOTES
RIVALS	Audi A3, BMW 1 Series, Mercedes Benz B Class, MINI Cooper

Volvo C30 - Generation 1.1 (2007-2010)

VOLVO C30 (2007-2010)

Cheaper than the S40 back then, the C30 represented a new direction when it comes to Volvo's styling. First launched in 2007, it was made available in a regular 2.4 and T5 models which was followed by an uplevel 2.4 SE in 2008.

See the overview of this C30
See the Generation 1.2 model

OWNERSHIP DETAILS	T5	2.4 SE	2.4
Years Available	August 2007-March 2010	July 2008-March 2010	August 2007-March 2010
ENGINE SPECS
Engine	B5254T7 2.5 DOHC 20V I5	B5244S4 2.4 DOHC 20V I5	B5244S4 2.4 DOHC 20V I5
Horsepower	227hp @ 5,000rpm	168hp @ 6,000rpm	168hp @ 6,000rpm
Torque	320Nm @ 1,500-5,000rpm	230Nm @ 4,400rpm	230Nm @ 4,400rpm
Fuel Type	Gasoline/95 Octane	Gasoline/93 Octane	Gasoline/93 Octane
Fuel System	Electronic Fuel Injection	Electronic Fuel Injection	Electronic Fuel Injection
Transmission	5-Speed Automatic	5-Speed Automatic	5-Speed Automatic
Fuel Tank Capacity	55 Liters	55 Liters	55 Liters
DIMENSIONS
Length	4,252mm	4,252mm	4,252mm
Width	1,782mm	1,782mm	1,782mm
Height	1,447mm	1,447mm	1,447mm
Wheelbase	2,640mm	2,640mm	2,640mm
Curb Weight	1,424kg	1,424kg	1,424kg
Body Style	3 Door Hatchback	3 Door Hatchback	3 Door Hatchback
Engine/Drive Type	Front Engine/Front Wheel Drive	Front Engine/Front Wheel Drive	Front Engine/Front Wheel Drive
Seating	5	5	5
SUSPENSION & TIRES
Front Suspension	McPherson Strut	McPherson Strut	McPherson Strut
Rear Suspension	Multi Link	Multi Link	Multi Link
Front Brakes	Vented Disc	Vented Disc	Vented Disc
Rear Brakes	Disc	Disc	Disc
Tires	205/50 R17	205/55 R16	205/55 R16
Wheels	17 Inch Alloy	16 Inch Alloy	16 Inch Alloy
SAFETY
Airbags	6	6	6
Anti-Lock Brakes	Yes, With Electronic Brake Assist	Yes, With Electronic Brake Assist	Yes, With Electronic Brake Assist
Traction/Stability Control	Yes, Dynamic Stability Traction Control	Yes, Dynamic Stability Traction Control	Yes, Dynamic Stability Traction Control
Other Safety Features	Adds: Rear Parking Sensors	Adds: Blind Spot Information System	None
EXTERIOR
Fog Lamps	Front and Rear	Front and Rear	Front and Rear
Other Exterior Features	Adds: HID Headlamps, Headlamp Washers, Rear Spoiler	Adds: None	Rear Wiper, Side Mirror Signal Repeaters, Puddle Lamp, Moon Roof
INTERIOR
Steering Wheel Adjustment	Tilt/Telescopic	Tilt/Telescopic	Tilt/Telescopic
Steering Wheel Material	Leather	Leather	Leather
Seating Adjustment	Power, Driver	Power, Driver	Power, Driver
Seating Material	Leather	Fabric	Fabric
Other Interior Features	Adds: Hands Free Phone	Adds: None	60/40 Fold Rear Seat, Intelligent Driver Information System with On Board Computer, Aluminum Accents
CONVENIENCE FEATURES
Power Amenities	Steering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors with Heat and Fold	Steering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors with Heat and Fold	Steering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors with Heat and Fold
Climate Control	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic
Audio System	AM/FM/6 CD/MP3/AUX	AM/FM/6 CD/MP3/AUX	AM/FM/6 CD/MP3/AUX
Speakers	8, Dynaudio System	8, Dynaudio System	6
Steering Wheel Controls	Yes, Audio and Cruise Control	Yes, Audio and Cruise Control	Yes, Audio and Cruise Control
Alarm	Yes	Yes	Yes
Keyless Entry	Yes	Yes	Yes
NOTES			Moon roof added in July 2008.
RIVALS	Audi A3, BMW 1 Series, Mercedes Benz B Class

Used Car Review - Volvo C30 (2007-2013)

Myk Belmonte evaluates the recepie of this unique hatchback.

2007-2013 Volvo C30

History
Volvos are known to be utterly conservative vehicles that are aimed towards the senior demographic of the market. They are safe that they are fitted with tons of safety features but something that is definitely not associated with fun and funky. In the new millennium, they had numerous efforts on making their cars something to be worthy of consideration by the younger market.

It started life as the Volvo Safety Concept Car displayed at the 2001 Detroit Auto Show with production being planned in 2002 and it was made available as a production car in 2006 with the first units being sold in Europe. It shared the platform with the S40, V50, and C70 plus other Ford and Mazda vehicles sold internationally. To further tap the younger market, it had a premier in the Twilight Saga movies with Edward Cullen driving it. After calling it a day, Volvo discontinued the vehicle in 2013.

2007 saw the introduction of the C30 in the Philippine market which made this vehicle as the cheapest Swedish car (SAAB isn't here so, the distinction is there). Although this vehicle is technically discontinued, there are some stocks available locally.

Value and Costs
Thanks to the mighty power of depreciation, second hand C30s range between P750,000 to P1,200,000 for later units. As the drill, go with a pre-owned unit since it will give you a peace of mind.

Since this vehicle comes from the Continental side of the planet, expect maintenance costs to be slightly higher than those from the Land of the Rising Sun. There are no reliability issues, but it pays to check the vehicle thoroughly.

Exterior and Interior
With some bits of inspiration from the P1800ES and 480ES, the C30 looks sporty on paper thanks to its two door styling. We shall not delve on this one more since let us have the design speak for itself.

If you have kids, look elsewhere as the C30's interior isn't that much friendly especially the rear area isn't hospitable at all. Dealing with the other details, there is the floating dashboard that carries an easy to reach controls that are logically placed.

Engine
Throughout selling life, there had been three engines available. The original options were a B5244S4 2,435cc carrying 170hp at 6,000rpm and 230Nm at 4,400rpm and a turbocharged B5254T7 2,521cc displacing 230hp at 5,000rpm and 320Nm at 1,500-5,000rpm. In a March 2010 update, the bigger 2.4 I5 was dropped in exchange of the B4204S3 1,999cc with figures rated at 145hp at 6,000rpm and 185Nm at 4,500rpm. For the low run of the engine options, the 2.0 is enough for your needs while the 2.4 has more oomph and the turbocharged 2.5 is fast but pointless.

Driving Impressions
We have bad news here, as the C30 does not posses a sporty drive complementing its styling. At least this vehicle has some firm body roll but the ride is a somewhat firm. Steering this coupe slash hatchback is on the middle part. This is no sports car, mind you.

Verdict
This is a hybrid car in a sense it confuses people whether it is a coupe or a hatchback. A used C30 will give you a practical yet stylish hatchback but this is no sports car. If you are a fashion setter without any intentions of raising a family and not a sporty minded person, then go for a pre-owned C30.

The Good:

• Unique looks
• Made of high quality
• Powerful turbocharged engine

The Bad:

• Less practical
• Less spacious
• Not that fun to drive

The Pick: 2.0i

THE SPECS

Engines: 1,999cc B4204S3 I4, 2,435cc B5244S4, and 2,521cc B5254T7 turbocharged I5 gasoline
Power: 145hp @ 6,000rpm (2.0), 170hp @ 6,000rpm (2.4), 230hp @ 5,000rpm (2.5)
Torque: 185Nm @ 4,500rpm (2.0), 230Nm @ 4,400rpm (2.4), 320Nm @ 1,500-5,000rpm (2.5)
Fuel Consumption: 6-9km/L (city), 8-11km/L (highway) (*estimated and varies)
Transmission: 6-speed Powershift (2.0), 5-speed automatic (2.4 and 2.5)
Suspension: Front independent McPherson strut, rear independent multi-link

MORE INFO
Price (New): P1,788,888-P2,388,888
Price (Now): P700,000-P1,200,000
Rivals: Audi A3, BMW 1 Series, Mercedes Benz B Class
On Sale: 2007-2014
Resources:
http://volvoforums.com/forum/volvo-c30-41/
http://www.volvo-forums.com/f65-volvo-c30-forum.htm

Contacts:
Volvo Makati - (02) 893-6621

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