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Used 2011 Volvo C30 Hatchback Consumer Reviews

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Most refined tuner car.

jailhousemd, 08/03/2011
2011 Volvo C30 T5 2dr Hatchback (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 6M)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful

I realize that most people will not consider this a tuner car. It seems to have all the features of a Mazdaspeed, GTI, etc. This car is more comfortable than any other car that I have previously owned (GTI, Mazdaspeed, Civic Si). Nice that I can use 87 octane gas. MPG so far is a little better than 27 mpg/gallon combined. I believe it still needs to be broken in. Also, overall cost is really no different than a loaded GTI. By the way, I have leather, sunroof, and 100K Maintenance plan. I do believe that the Mazdaspeed is a little faster, but I am commuting not street racing.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

Nice daily driver

LMSTENT, 10/26/2010
2011 Volvo C30 R-Design 2dr Hatchback (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 6M)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful

Recently purchased the C30 with 6 speed manual to use as a daily driver. It has a very nice balance between handling and comfort with a bent toward the fun side. The acceleration is decent and the car is nice and solid. For such a small car, I feel safe (I guess typical Volvo) -- the doors are sturdy and the car is heavy for its class. The car is unique in appearance and is general a joy to drive (have put 2,000 miles on the car - so beyond the "honeymoon" period. Demerits include slight rattle from both windows when partially down and horrible whistling wind noise from the seatbelt outlets when fully open. Decent but not great Dynaudio sound; manual not up to par with other European cars.

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5 out of 5 stars

Thumbs Up on the C-30

gitmogrunt, 09/14/2010
2011 Volvo C30 T5 2dr Hatchback (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 6M)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful

This car is the first brand new Volvo I ever owned. I traded in a used 2006 S-60 for the 2011 C-30 and we love it. It handles very well, and has great response. It comes with a service package that can't be beat.

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4.5 out of 5 stars

Dare to Be different

kandrew68, 12/30/2010
2011 Volvo C30 R-Design 2dr Hatchback (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 6M)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful

2011 C30 R-design auto. Drives sporty, has adequate power, very unique shape, interior is one of a kind, decent stereo, bluetooth works flawlessly, USB port picks up all music on USB drive. This car is a real roomy for its size. With rear seats folded it has plenty of cargo room – more than a MINI or CRZ. Road noise is above average but somewhat expected with 18 in wheels/tire combo and a smaller car.

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5 out of 5 stars

Great Car

KW, 11/07/2010
2011 Volvo C30 T5 2dr Hatchback (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 6M)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful

I have had my C30 for two months now and still have fun driving this car. It's fast, comfortable and handles great. Just got back from a 5 hour trip to Boston and the comfort of the seats held up the entire trip and I averaged 29 miles per gallon. The exterior continues to attract attention and turn heads.

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