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Used 2012 Volvo C30 Consumer Reviews

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2011 C30 R-Design

Volvo Driver, 05/31/2010
2011 Volvo C30 R-Design 2dr Hatchback (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 6M)
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We traded in our 2005 Volvo S40 T5 AWD for this new C30. The C30 is even more fun to drive than the S40 was. I was concerned about ride stiffness from the R-Design with the lower profile tires but while the ride is firmer it is not uncomfortable at all on the roads we drive daily. Our choice of styling was confirmed when a new VW GTI that still had the paper tags on it had the driver and two passengers admiring the C30 when we were running side by side on the expressway.

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5 out of 5 stars

Drive to Believe

BarentsBlu MA, 03/11/2010
2011 Volvo C30 T5 2dr Hatchback (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 6M)
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I use to be a SAAP 95 owner. After 10 great yrs, I was looking for another reliable and stylish car. I did consider the Acura TSX, Mini and Audi GTI. I am so glad I got the Volvo C30 instead. As a previous SAAB owner, I really like the drive of the C30 and the thoughtful European design. And, it costs less than 30K!

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Volvo C30

Ceemoi62 , 09/22/2019
2011 Volvo C30 R-Design 2dr Hatchback (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 6M)
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Model has been discontinued. Nice car, especially the R Design. A safe, fast urban mover.

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5 out of 5 stars

Great hot hatch!

ALAN S DAVID, 02/02/2022
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2012 Volvo C30 T5 2dr Hatchback (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 6M)
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You want speed and style..comfort and safety? This is it, look no further.

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Exiting

Jorge, 02/19/2022
2012 Volvo C30 T5 R-Design 2dr Hatchback (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 6M)
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Excellent

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