Volvo C30
2010–2013 model years · Generation introduced 2008
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- Available years
- 2010–2013
- Yearly records
- 4
- Reported market values
- $4,825–$8,388
The overview
The Volvo C30 is a pleasant two-door, four-seat hatchback, but it isn't really engaging to drive. Power comes from a hardworking turbocharged 2.5-liter, five-cylinder engine that delivered a reasonable 25 mpg overall. The manual transmission shifts easily and smoothly. The ride is compliant, and the cabin is relatively quiet. We found the C30 to be neither as agile nor as exciting as competitors. However, passengers will find a relatively comfortable interior that works well even on the longest trips. It also came equipped with standard curtain airbags, but Volvo's blind-spot warning system was optional. Model year 2013 was the final outing for the C30.
Generation summary from Consumer Reports. Year-specific figures appear below; missing values mean unavailable, not zero.
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Each row keeps its own source data.
| Model year | Market value | Reliability | Owner rating | EPA combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 ↗ T5 2-door hatchback FWD 2.5-liter 5 (227 hp) turbo (Regular Gasoline) Manual 6-speed | $8,388 | Not rated | Not rated | 22 MPG |
| 2012 ↗ T5 2-door hatchback FWD 2.5-liter 5 (227 hp) turbo (Regular Gasoline) Manual 6-speed | $6,950 | Not rated | Not rated | 22 MPG |
| 2011 ↗ T5 2-door hatchback 2.5-liter 5 (227 hp) turbo (Regular Gasoline) Manual 6-speed | $5,875 | Not rated | Not rated | 22 MPG |
| 2010 ↗ T5 2-door hatchback 2.5-liter 5 (227 hp) turbo (Regular Gasoline) Manual 6-speed | $4,825 | Not rated | Not rated | 22 MPG |
Values depend on trim and condition. Ratings are source-reported; road-test results may describe a tested configuration.
Year by year
2013 model
T5 2-door hatchback FWD 2.5-liter 5 (227 hp) turbo (Regular Gasoline) Manual 6-speed · Conventional · Used
Find 2013 listings ↗ Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- 2-door hatchback
- Drive type
- FWD
- Transmission
- Manual
- Category
- Sports cars 4/5-seat
- Generation began
- 2008
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $8,388
- Retail value range
- $8,125 - $8,650
- Original MSRP range
- $25,500 - $32,850
- Trade-in range
- $4,860 - $5,370
Ratings
- Road test score
- 75/100
Fuel economy
- EPA city
- 19 MPG
- EPA highway
- 28 MPG
- EPA combined
- 22 MPG
- Tested city
- 17 MPG
- Tested highway
- 35 MPG
- Tested overall
- 25 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $1,910
- Cruising range
- 400 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 2.9 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 7.2 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 143 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 53 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 167 in
- Width
- 70 in
- Height
- 57 in
- Wheelbase
- 104 in
- Weight
- 3,175 lb
- Maximum load
- 1,040 lb
- Towing capacity
- 2,000 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 4 people
- Front head room
- 3 in
- Front leg room
- 41 in
- Rear head room
- 2.5 in
- Rear leg room
- 26 in
- Luggage
- 1+2+0
Environmental impact
- Air pollution score
- 5/10
- Greenhouse gas score
- 6/10
- SmartWay
- No
Vehicle ID: 5432 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
2012 model
T5 2-door hatchback FWD 2.5-liter 5 (227 hp) turbo (Regular Gasoline) Manual 6-speed · Conventional · Used
Find 2012 listings ↗
Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- 2-door hatchback
- Drive type
- FWD
- Transmission
- Manual
- Category
- Sports cars 4/5-seat
- Generation began
- 2008
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $6,950
- Retail value range
- $6,550 - $7,350
- Original MSRP range
- $24,950 - $31,850
- Trade-in range
- $3,410 - $4,165
Ratings
- Road test score
- 75/100
Fuel economy
- EPA city
- 19 MPG
- EPA highway
- 28 MPG
- EPA combined
- 22 MPG
- Tested city
- 17 MPG
- Tested highway
- 35 MPG
- Tested overall
- 25 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $1,910
- Cruising range
- 400 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 2.9 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 7.2 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 143 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 53 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 167 in
- Width
- 70 in
- Height
- 57 in
- Wheelbase
- 104 in
- Weight
- 3,175 lb
- Maximum load
- 1,040 lb
- Towing capacity
- 2,000 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 4 people
- Front head room
- 3 in
- Front leg room
- 41 in
- Rear head room
- 2.5 in
- Rear leg room
- 26 in
- Luggage
- 1+2+0
Environmental impact
- Air pollution score
- 5/10
- Greenhouse gas score
- 5/10
- SmartWay
- No
Vehicle ID: 7731 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
2011 model
T5 2-door hatchback 2.5-liter 5 (227 hp) turbo (Regular Gasoline) Manual 6-speed · Conventional · Used
Find 2011 listings ↗
Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- 2-door hatchback
- Drive type
- FWD
- Transmission
- Manual
- Category
- Sports cars 4/5-seat
- Generation began
- 2008
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $5,875
- Retail value range
- $5,475 - $6,275
- Original MSRP range
- $24,600 - $27,100
- Trade-in range
- $2,405 - $3,160
Ratings
- Road test score
- 75/100
Fuel economy
- EPA city
- 19 MPG
- EPA highway
- 28 MPG
- EPA combined
- 22 MPG
- Tested city
- 17 MPG
- Tested highway
- 35 MPG
- Tested overall
- 25 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $1,910
- Cruising range
- 400 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 2.9 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 7.2 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 143 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 53 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 167 in
- Width
- 70 in
- Height
- 57 in
- Wheelbase
- 104 in
- Weight
- 3,175 lb
- Maximum load
- 1,040 lb
- Towing capacity
- 2,000 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 4 people
- Front head room
- 3 in
- Front leg room
- 41 in
- Rear head room
- 2.5 in
- Rear leg room
- 26 in
- Luggage
- 1+2+0
Environmental impact
- Air pollution score
- 5/10
- Greenhouse gas score
- 5/10
- SmartWay
- No
Vehicle ID: 6937 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
2010 model
T5 2-door hatchback 2.5-liter 5 (227 hp) turbo (Regular Gasoline) Manual 6-speed · Conventional · Used
Find 2010 listings ↗
Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- 2-door hatchback
- Drive type
- FWD
- Transmission
- Manual
- Category
- Sports cars 4/5-seat
- Generation began
- 2008
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $4,825
- Retail value range
- $4,450 - $5,200
- Original MSRP range
- $24,100 - $26,300
- Trade-in range
- $1,580 - $2,160
Ratings
- Road test score
- 75/100
Fuel economy
- EPA city
- 19 MPG
- EPA highway
- 28 MPG
- EPA combined
- 22 MPG
- Tested city
- 17 MPG
- Tested highway
- 35 MPG
- Tested overall
- 25 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $1,910
- Cruising range
- 400 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 2.9 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 7.2 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 143 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 53 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 167 in
- Width
- 70 in
- Height
- 57 in
- Wheelbase
- 104 in
- Weight
- 3,175 lb
- Maximum load
- 1,040 lb
- Towing capacity
- 2,000 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 4 people
- Front head room
- 3 in
- Front leg room
- 41 in
- Rear head room
- 2.5 in
- Rear leg room
- 26 in
- Luggage
- 1+2+0
Environmental impact
- Air pollution score
- 6/10
- Greenhouse gas score
- 7/10
- SmartWay
- Yes
Vehicle ID: 7507 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
Behind the data
Latest source update: September 11, 2026
Vehicle summaries, specifications, pricing and ratings come from Consumer Reports vehicle records. Auto Guide groups these records by model and reported generation start year.
Available years are listed explicitly. Gaps do not imply that a model was discontinued. Prices are source estimates, not live offers. No first-hand road test by Auto Guide is claimed.
