Model Strengths:

• Stylish Design Inside and Out
• Turbocharged Performance and Handling
• A Great Mix of Luxury and Performance
• A Standard of the Volvo Safety Tradition.

Model Overview:

The 2010 Volvo C30 is available in two trims: the base T5 trim and the upscale R-Design. The 2010 Volvo C30 is mechanically related to the S40 sedan and V50 wagon, but it is smaller and delivers a sportier yet smooth ride. The C30 uses the same platform as the S40, V50 and C70.

All C30s in the United States derive their power from a 2.5L turbocharged inline 5-cylinder engine, which delivers 227 horsepower at 5000 rpm and 236 pounds-feet of torque all the way from 1500 to 5000 rpm. All C30s are available with either a 6-speed manual gearbox or 5-speed automatic with Geartronic.

The C30 hatchback has a unique interior configuration that utilizes four bucket seats. The back seats fold flat to expand cargo-carrying capacity to 20.2 cubic feet.

The C30 comes standard with six airbags, seatbelt pre-tensioners, whiplash protection, side-impact protection, electronic stability control and anti-lock brakes with electronic brake-force distribution.

Options available on all trims include climate control, navigation system, keyless entry, premium sound system, fog lamps, power and heated seats, leather seating surfaces, HID headlights, rain-sensing wipers, moonroof / sunroof and a Garmin portable navigation system. Available packages include the Blind Spot Information System Package, Climate Package, Preferred Package and Multimedia Package. The base T5 comes with 17-inch aluminum wheels while the R-Design comes standard with 18-inch aluminum wheels.

All R-Design trims come standard with fog lamps and leather seats.

Model Changes:

Following its 2008 U.S. introduction, the 2010 Volvo C30 carries over from 2009 with no notable changes. The base version is still the T5, while the step-up trim in known as the R-Design. The Custom Build option from 2009, however, is no longer available.

Model Value:

With its distinctive glass rear hatch and blackout trim, Volvo's C30 has a much sportier appearance than any other vehicle in Volvo's line. Two bucket seats are standard for backseat passengers, rather than the more commonplace 3-seat bench. Suggested retail price for the T5 manual starts just over $24,000. Mileage is 21 city and 29-30 highway across the lineup.