Overview & Reviews

The 2009 Volvo C30 drops the software-inspired 1.0 and 2.0 trim level names in favor of the new T5 and T5 R-Design monikers. New features include a long list of exterior and interior styling tweaks, changes to options packages and enhanced navigation operation.

• Funky-cool Swedish styling, comfortable ride and front seats, excellent driving position, customizable options list.

• Lacks the sporty fun of other hot hatches
• Those customizable options can get expensive.

User Reviews:

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  New volvo experience - 2009 Volvo C30
  By New c30 owner - March 9 - 5:03 am

  In general I am happy with my volvo c30 purchase. The 6 spd manual is fun to drive and it does carry a sleek look that is not too common. However I am missing the rear wheel drive fun of my last vehicle (mercedes c230). Really satisfied about the 5 yr bumper- to-bumper, 5 yr maint plus wear and tear I got with this purchase.

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  Still brings a smile to my face - 2009 Volvo C30
  By kevin - April 16 - 10:36 am

  After researching all small hatchbacks in the US market and test driving the Subaru Impreza WRX and the Mazda 3, I test drove the C30 and knew it was the one. (I also wanted to test the Audi A3 but the dealer did not have any in stock.) I use this car daily (23,000 miles in year one) both in heavy traffic and on the open road. It is very responsive and comfortable in all driving conditions. I chose the Geartronic transmission (auto+manual) due to heavy traffic and enjoy driving in both modes. This car has been great, and it gets lots of positive attention. Check out Volvos website - you can fully custom order your C30. Im so glad to have done so - havent seen a twin yet in 22000 mi!

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  my first Volvo - 2009 Volvo C30
  By Marq - June 15 - 5:53 pm

  I now have 860 miles on my new C30, and I am beginning to enjoy it and feel I made the right choice. Yes, there were cheaper cars I was considering, such as a VW Rabbit, but I am now beginning to appreciate the upscale craftsmanship that makes my Volvo a really fine car. I am also beginning to appreciate that as a Volvo owner, I am now part of a demographic of more conservative and mature drivers.

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  poor gas mileiage - 2009 Volvo C30
  By joel k - July 15 - 2:33 pm

  This is aquality car that fun to drive.