"Volvo C30": photos, owner reviews, specifications

2024 Author: Erin Ralphs | [email protected]. Last modified: 2024-02-19 11:42

"Volvo C30" is a Swedish car that its manufacturers began to produce at the end of 2006. They developed the model just at the time when the popularity of compact cars began to grow. As a basis, it was decided to take the C1 platform used on the Volvo S40, as well as the third Mazda and Ford Focus. The base was chosen, and after that the Swedish specialists began painstaking work.

Appearance

Design "Volvo C30" turned out to be successful - in many respects it corresponded to the forms of the conceptual division, which the developers presented to the attention of the public at the motor show in early 2006. The serial version was shown already in September of the same year in Paris.

The novelty turned out to be expressive and compact. The first thing that catches your eye is the design of the back. The almost round glass of the rear door looks unusual, which, according to tradition, is bordered by lanterns built into the racks. It's actually the back door. Because of this, the luggage compartmentturned out semicircular and high.

The curved headlights and the original grille look good. The sloping roof and low landing add sophistication to the image. At the rear, the taillights are extended upwards and a stylish spoiler. At the bottom you can see enlarged exhaust pipes. In general, it turned out to be a very interesting and stylish look.

Functionality

Despite the fact that the Volvo C30 is a very compact car, its interior turned out to be very functional and comfortable. When you sit inside, the feeling that the outside of the car looks miniature disappears. The car can easily accommodate four adults. Two in front and two in the back. If three people sit in the back row, they will have to make some room.

The seats are ergonomic. In his seat, the driver will be comfortable and, most importantly, in the right position. The seat can be folded back or pushed forward. To make rear access easier, the developers decided to narrow the B-pillar. During the development of the car, the Swedish specialists thought first of all about the driver and his comfort.

For passengers

Autonomous, separate seats are installed at the back. They were installed closer to the central axis of the car, due to which it was possible to open an excellent overview. Another installation of this type makes it possible to place storage niches on the sides. Yes, and the driver with a front passenger so it is more convenient to communicate with those sitting in the back. By the way, the backrests of the rear seats can be adjusted independently of each other. It is possible that one ofput them together or two at once. The rear glass door also opens easily. Thoughtful move - access to the trunk has never been easier. And there are also curtains in order to close the contents of the compartment from prying eyes.

Interior

Continuing the theme, I would like to say that the Swedish specialists also developed the interior of the Volvo C30 in a special way. So that the individual wishes of any client are satisfied. Even the standard equipment provides a choice - a person can buy a model with either red or blue upholstery. There is also a strict color option - black. But this option is original in that this cabin has contrasting red rugs.

Even potential buyers can install special, original parts inside the cabin. For example, a sports steering wheel, a gear lever with aluminum inserts. Even the pedals inside are covered with aluminum. And the mats, by the way, were developed specifically for the Volvo C30 model, the photo of which is presented in the article.

Maintaining the microclimate in the cabin

The reviews of the owners left about the Volvo C30 are encouraging. If you believe them, then this car is really very comfortable and cozy. With hotel attention, they note the equipment and the special atmosphere that reigns inside. Firstly, the Swedish developers have provided an air conditioning system equipped with a filter. By the way, the car itself is equipped with an electronic climate control system called Electronic Climate Control. She is whollyautomated. That is, the system itself maintains the selected temperature. And it does not depend on how warm or cold it is outside. By the way! The Swedes made sure that the driver could maintain different temperatures in the right and left parts of the cabin. Very comfortable.

Climate control can be supplemented with one more function. A very useful option, by the way. Namely, the air quality control system inside. It monitors how much carbon monoxide is in the air. And if the norm is exceeded, the air intakes are closed. This system is also equipped with a carbon filter, thanks to which dust, dirt and bad odors do not enter the cabin.

Equipment

Volvo C30 has very pleasant characteristics, to say the least. The owners of the car pay special attention to the audio system. Interestingly, there are three types to choose from. The first is Performance, 4 speakers + amplifier. The second is High Performance. The amplifier is more powerful, and the speakers - 8 pieces. And the third - Premium Sound - for lovers of high-quality sound. It is equipped with a digital amplifier and ten powerful speakers.

As standard, manufacturers have included an intelligent driver information system in order to reduce the possibility of distractions to zero. It controls the turn of the steering wheel, the degree of pressure on the gas and brake, and some other functions of the car. And in certain situations that may be dangerous (for example, incoming calls from the built-in phone or SMS), receiving informationpostponed until later. When more acceptable conditions come.

Safety

This car, like all Volvo cars, is also divided into “crumple zones”. Different places of the body are made of different types of steel. Due to this, the loads are redistributed and absorbed evenly if a collision suddenly occurs. And the lower spars are made in such a way that the front wheels do not penetrate into the passenger compartment during an accident. The car was also equipped with a deformable pedal set.

Inside there are also 2-stage airbags (side, main, curtains), belts, seats are equipped with active headrests + optionally, a BLIS system is available for the model, allowing the driver to recognize vehicles moving in the dead zone.

By the way, the front seats were equipped with a whiplash protection system. The steering column folds telescopically in the event of an accident. The motor is located transversely, therefore, in the event of an accident, it does not move into the passenger compartment. The fuel tank was placed in front of the rear suspension, and this is the safest place. Even the developers have not forgotten about pedestrians. In the event of a collision, thanks to the rounded rear, the severity of injuries will not be critical. Unless, of course, the driver hits a person at a speed of 160 km/h.

Features

And finally, it is worth talking about one of the most important topics regarding the Volvo C30 car. Specifications - that's what we're talking about. So, for this car there is a considerable choice of engines. Three of them -4-cylinder, 1, 6, 1, 8 and 2 liters. They produce 100, 125 and 145 horsepower, respectively. There are also diesel options - 1.6-liter 109-horsepower is the weakest. The next in power is the 136 hp unit. With. (2 liters). There is also a 163 hp engine. With. and 2.4 l. And the last engine "Volvo C30" - 2.4-liter, 180-horsepower.

There are two more. 5-cylinder, 2.4 and 2.5 liters. The first of these produces 170 “horses”, and the second, due to the installed turbocharging, as much as 220 hp. s.

All motors provide very dynamic acceleration and rather big torque. In addition, they are very economical. So, for example, a model with a 1.6-liter gasoline unit will consume 9 liters in the city. Diesel will go about the same.