2013 Volvo C30 review
Volvo C30 highlights
Customer rating
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Mileage (EPA estimate)
21 city, 29 highway, 24 combined
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All Volvo C30 years
- 2013
What is new for the 2013 Volvo C30?
- The C30 is available in a variety of new trims, including the T5 Platinum, T5 Premier, T5 Premier Plus, T5 R Platinum, T5 R Premier, and T5 R Premier Plus.
- C30 trims have been upgraded with Leather Seats and Rear Spoiler as standard equipment this year.
- The T5 R trim now comes with Leatherette & Cloth, Manual Transmission, and Bluetooth Technology as standard equipment.
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Ratings & reliability
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RepairPal gave the Volvo C30 an overall reliability rating of 3 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Average. This rating ranks Volvo C30 18th out of 25 among Luxury Compact Cars.
RepairPal reports that the average total annual cost for repairs and maintenance on a Volvo C30 is $523, compared to an average of $546 for Luxury Compact Cars and $591 for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.
According to RepairPal, Volvo C30 owners bring their vehicles into a repair shop for unscheduled repairs an average of 2.6 times per year, compared to an average of 1.8 times for Luxury Compact Cars and 1.3 times for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.
RepairPal reported that the probability of a repair being a severe or major issue is 11% for the Volvo C30, compared to an average of 12% for Luxury Compact Cars and 14% for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.
Volvo C30 features and specs
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T5 Premier 2WD 2D Hatchback
Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- CD Audio
- Cruise Control
- Memory Seat(s)
- Overhead Airbags
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Seat(s)
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Side Airbags
- Sunroof(s)
- Traction Control
- Turbo Charged Engine
- Automatic Transmission
- Bluetooth Technology
- Cloth Seats
- Front Seat Heaters
- Leather Seats
- Manual Transmission
- Navigation System
- Satellite Radio Ready
Drive Wheels
Front Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
2.5L
Horsepower
227
Torque (ft-lbs)
236
Engine type
Turbo Gas
Fuel capacity
15.9
Wheelbase
103.9"
Overall length
167.4"
Width
70.2"
Height
57"
Leg room
F 41.6"/R 34.2"
Head room
F 38.9"/R 37.8"
Front tires
P205/50VR17
Rear tires
P205/50VR17
Seating capacity
4
Max towing capacity
200/2000 lbs.
Transmission
Automatic
2013 Volvo C30 FAQ
The 2013 Volvo C30 is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- T5 Premier: 21 MPG City and 30 MPG Highway
- T5 Platinum: 21 MPG City and 30 MPG Highway
- T5 Premier Plus: 21 MPG City and 30 MPG Highway
- T5 R Platinum: 21 MPG City and 30 MPG Highway
- T5 R Premier Plus: 21 MPG City and 30 MPG Highway
- T5: 21 MPG City and 29 MPG Highway
- T5 R: 21 MPG City and 29 MPG Highway
- T5 R Premier: 21 MPG City and 30 MPG Highway
The Volvo C30 received a rating of 3 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Average. This rating ranks the Volvo C30 as 17 out of 25 among Luxury Compact Car
The 2013 Volvo C30 has received an average 4.2 out of 5 stars from our customers. If you're in the market for a 2013 Volvo C30, check out reviews from customers just like you. 2013 Volvo C30 Reviews.
The 2013 Volvo C30 has a maximum towing capacity of 2000 pounds, when properly equipped. Various factors may impact towing capacity, including weight of passengers, cargo, and options/accessories.
Here is what's new for the 2013 Volvo C30:
- T5 Platinum
- T5 Premier
- T5 Premier Plus
- T5 R Platinum
- T5 R Premier
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