Volvo C30 owners manuals

Volvo C30

Volvo C30 specs

Model overview

The Volvo C30 is a three-door compact hatchback produced and sold by Volvo Cars from 2006 through 2013, across a single generation. Powered by inline-four and straight-five powertrains, the C30 is built upon the same Ford C1/Volvo P1 platform as the Volvo S40/V50/C70 range. Volvo sold the C30 as a premium hatchback/sports coupe.

The C30's rear design and frameless glass back recall Volvo's old P1800 ES and Volvo 480.

The Volvo C30 is available in two models: T5 and the sportier T5 R-Design. Both are divided into base, Premier, Premier Plus, and Platinum sub-trims. Every Volvo C30 is equipped with a turbocharged 2.5-liter five-cylinder rated at227 horsepower and 236 pound-feet of torque. Front-wheel drive and six-speed manual transmission are standard with an optional five-speed automatic transmission.

Volvo C30 known problems

Some of the common problems or complaints owners have about the Volvo C30 are:

  • Rear suspension problems
  • Anti-skid warning light
  • Air conditioning failure
  • DPF warning light
  • No high-mpg base engine
  • Limited load room than rivals
  • Subpar braking distances
  • Old navigation system

Volvo C30 PDF owner manual

On this page you can find the owners manuals for the C30 model sorted by year. The manuals are free to download and are available in PDF format. Is is recommended to check the owners manual corresponding to the correct year of your Volvo C30 to solve the problems or to get insights about the car.

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