Body | 2dr Hatch |
Wheelbase | 103.9 in |
Length | 167.4 in |
Width | 70.2 in |
Height | 57.0 in |
Curb Weight | 3201 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 47.0 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 41.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.9 in |
Total Legroom | 76.2 in (over 2 rows) |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 20.2 ft3 |
2008 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 |
2008 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 |
Trim | Version 1.0 | Version 2.0 |
Standard 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 |
Standard Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed manual |
Optional Transmission(s) | 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic |
Standard Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Standard Tires | 205/50VR17 tires | 215/45VR18 tires |
Optional Tires |   | 205/50VR17 tires |
2008 Volvo C30 Powertrain: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
powerful for its size see full Volvo C30 review |
2009 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 6-speed manual FWD |
Nice flat torque curve. You can talk HP all day long, but it is torque that gets you moving and keeps you going. Pulls well at low RPMs and holds it until 5000 RPM. Handles the power very very well. see full Volvo C30 review |
2009 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
This car has great power - quick off the line and has plenty of extra horses at high speeds. see full Volvo C30 review |
2009 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 6-speed manual FWD |
when needed, it goes. see full Volvo C30 review |
2008 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Excellent performance without sacrificing fuel economy. Averages 25 mpg in mixed city/highway driving..great for a heavy turbocharged car. see full Volvo C30 review |
2008 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Lots of low end torque. see full Volvo C30 review |
2008 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 6-speed manual FWD |
Exceptional low end pull. Smooth manual shifting. Great road traction for heavy car. see full Volvo C30 review |
2008 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The I-5 Turbo is a sweet little engine that packs some descent performance for a small car. The car is sporty but no pocket rocket either. A nice balance for performance and daily piratical driving needs. see full Volvo C30 review |
2008 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 6-speed manual FWD |
The powerband is broad and lots of low end torque . No need to race the engine to cruise around local roads. 6speed tranny is great on the highways. see full Volvo C30 review |
2008 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 6-speed manual FWD |
For a starting price in the low 20s, you get the Volvo T5 engine found in higher priced S40 model. The 230 hp makes this little car flry. see full Volvo C30 review |
None of our members have yet commented on the tires of the 2008 Volvo C30.
Body | Trim | Base Price | Invoice | Destination |
2dr Hatch | Version 1.0 | 22,950 | 21,573 | 745 |
2dr Hatch | Version 2.0 | 25,700 | 24,158 | 745 |