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2012 Volvo C30

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Rating7.8

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Hatchback
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$24,950 - $31,850
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on November 3, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Unique and distinctive appearance

Rivals are faster

Revamped trim lines

Upscale cabin

Archaic navigation system

Sporty powertrain and handling

Specs & Features

$24,950

price

227 hp @ 5000 rpm

horsepower

236 lb.-ft. @ 1500 rpm

torque

6-Speed Manual

transmission

2.5L 5cyl FWD 6M

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

Competing in the compact hatchback segment, the 2012 Volvo C30 Hatchback is a direct competitor to the Volkswagen GTI, Ford Focus Hatchback, and the Mini Cooper Hardtop 4-Door Hatchback. The C30 starts off at an MSRP of $24,950, with two trims in the lineup. It is offered with a 2.5L turbocharged inline-5 engine and a 6-speed manual transmission, producing 227 horsepower and 236 lb-ft of torque. A 5-speed automatic transmission is offered as an option. The C30 manages a 0-60 of 6.4 seconds and a combined fuel economy of 24 MPG. 

Buying Advice

The 2012 Volvo C30 Hatchback is a stylish and practical offering in its segment. There are two trims offered and we recommend getting the higher-end T5 R-Design trim that offers a superior feature set. It comes loaded with features including a quicker steering ratio and a sport-tuned suspension over the base trim. 

Trims

    T5
    $24,950 onwards
    • 17-inch silver aluminum Wheels
    • A-Spec Sport Seats
    • AM/FM/HD/Satellite-Prep
    • Front manual air conditioning
    • Front passenger Lumbar support
    • Heated mirrors
    • Premium cloth Seat trim
    • Rear Fog/driving lights
    • Remote keyless entry
    Base
    $24,950 onwards
    • Engine: 2.5L 5cyl 5A
    • Horsepower: 227 hp @ 5000 rpm hp
    • Torque: 236 lb.-ft. @ 2300 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 6.6 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 24 mpg
    Premier Plus
    $26,950 onwards
    • Driver-Seat memory settings
    • Navigation system
    R-Design
    $27,450 onwards
    • 18-Inch wheels
    T5 R-Design
    $27,450 onwards
    • Engine: 2.5L 5cyl FWD 6M
    • Horsepower: 227 hp @ 5000 rpm hp
    • Torque: 236 lb.-ft. @ 1500 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 6.2 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 24 mpg
    Platinum
    $29,350 onwards
    • Panoramic sunroof
    • Power front seats
    R-Design Premier Plus
    $29,450 onwards
    • Cloth/Leather Seat trim
    • Front & rear fog/driving lights
    R-Design Platinum
    $31,850 onwards
    • 1St row LCD monitor
    • Sirius AM/FM/Satellite

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2012 Volvo C30 vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    		SourceCompare
    		6.6 sec15.1 sec
    		8.8 sec-
    		9.32 sec-
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    2012 Volvo C30 vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      		SourceCompare
      		21 mpg30 mpg24 mpg15.9 gal.- -
      		27 mpg37 mpg31 mpg13.2 gal.356.4/488.4 mi.
      		27 mpg35 mpg30 mpg13.2 gal.356.4/462 mi.

      2012 Volvo C30 vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        		SourceCompare
        		167.4 in.70.2 in.57 in.5.3 in.103.9 in.
        		166.1 in.70.5 in.55.1 in.5.6 in.104.3 in.
        		155.9 in.66.3 in.56.1 in.5 in.100.3 in.

        2012 Volvo C30 vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          		SourceCompare
          		-89 cu.ft.146.7 cu.ft.
          		9.2 cu.ft.105.6 cu.ft.32.8 cu.ft.
          		15.5 cu.ft.89.8 cu.ft.14.2 cu.ft.

          2012 Volvo C30 vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            		SourceCompare
            		20.2 cu.ft.-146.7 cu.ft.98 ft.
            		14.2 cu.ft.15.5 cu.ft.14.2 cu.ft.-
            		32.8 cu.ft.9.2 cu.ft.32.8 cu.ft.-

            2012 Volvo C30 vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              		SourceCompare
              		1101 lbs.- -
              		816 lbs.2712 lbs.
              		1014 lbs.2584 lbs.

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