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Volvo C30 1.6

General information

ModelVolvo C30 1.6
Year2008
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating65 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1595 ccm (97.33 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline, unleaded 95
Fuel mixed driving7.0 litres/100 km (33.60 miles per gallon)
Seats4
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed
Airbags6. Front airbags. Side airbags.

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1595 ccm (97.33 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power100.00 PS (74 kW or 99 HP) at 6000 Rev. per min.
Max torque150.00 Nm (15.3 kgf-m or 110.6 ft.lbs) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Compression11.0:1
Bore x stroke79.0 x 81.4 mm (3.1 x 3.2 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed185.0 km/h (115.0 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)11.8 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0782 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeHatchback
Max no. of doors3
Passenger space4530 litres (1,197 gallons)
Cargo space251 litres (66 gallons)
Optional cargo space894 litres (236 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringTraction control. Electronic stabilasation program (ESP).
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system (ABS).

Dimensions and weight

Weight1279 kg (2,819.7 pounds)
Max weight with load1700 kg (3,747.9 pounds)
Towing weight1200 kg (2,645.5 pounds)
Overall length4260 mm (167.7 inches)
Overall width1790 mm (70.5 inches)
Overall height1450 mm (57.1 inches)
Wheelbase2650 mm (104.3 inches)
Fuel capacity55.0 litres (14.53 gallons)

Other specifications

Aprox price as new EUR19130
CO2 emissions227.0 g/km
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