Volvo C30
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Volvo C30 2.5 i 20V T5 · Stage 3vsVolvo C30 2.5 i 20V T5 · Stage 2vsVolvo C30 2.5 i 20V T5 · Stage 1vsVolvo C30 2.5 i 20V T5
Compare specs, acceleration, fuel consumption, dimensions, practicality, and estimated running costs side by side.
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2.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 2)
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2.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 1)
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2.5 i 20V T5
Comparison overview
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Volvo C30 2.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 3) 330 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h5.5 s
- Fastest top speed275 km/h171 mph
- Most powerful330 hp246 kW
- Highest torque496 Nm366 lb-ft
- Lightest1,437 kg3,168 lb
- Best power-to-weight230 hp/t171 kW/t4.4 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption9.4 L/100 km25.0 mpg US30.1 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption12.6 L/100 km18.7 mpg US22.4 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption6.4 L/100 km36.8 mpg US44.1 mpg UK
- Lowest CO2 emissions224 g/km
- Best estimated range660 km410 mi
- Largest trunk233 L
- Best overall score64/100
- Best performance score71/100
- Best economy score82/100
- Best practicality score48/100
Specification comparison
| Model | VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 3)330 hp | VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 2)286 hp | VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 1)260 hp | VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5220 hp |
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| Power | 330hp246kW+110 hp | 286hp213kW+66 hp | 260hp194kW+40 hp | 220hp164kW |
| Torque | 496Nm366lb-ft+176 Nm | 432Nm319lb-ft+112 Nm | 390Nm288lb-ft+70 Nm | 320Nm236lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,437kg3,168lb | 1,437kg3,168lb | 1,437kg3,168lb | 1,437kg3,168lb |
| Gross weight | 1,860kg4,101lb | 1,860kg4,101lb | 1,860kg4,101lb | 1,860kg4,101lb |
| Top speed | 275 km/h 171 mph | 264 km/h 164 mph | 256 km/h 159 mph | 235 km/h 146 mph |
| To 99% top speed | 77.8s99% target: 272 km/h / 169 mph-10.5 s Calculated | 83.9s99% target: 261 km/h / 162 mph-4.4 s Calculated | 87.4s99% target: 253 km/h / 157 mph-1.0 s Calculated | 88.3s99% target: 233 km/h / 145 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.5s-1.6 s | 6.0s-1.1 s | 6.4s-0.7 s | 7.1s |
| 0-200 km/h | 18.4s-12.5 s Calculated | 21.4s-9.5 s Calculated | 23.8s-7.0 s Calculated | 30.9s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 5.2s-1.5 s Calculated | 5.7s-1.0 s Calculated | 6.1s-0.6 s Calculated | 6.7s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 9.4L/100 km25mpg US30.1mpg UK | 9.4L/100 km25mpg US30.1mpg UK | 9.4L/100 km25mpg US30.1mpg UK | 9.4L/100 km25mpg US30.1mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 12.6L/100 km18.7mpg US22.4mpg UK | 12.6L/100 km18.7mpg US22.4mpg UK | 12.6L/100 km18.7mpg US22.4mpg UK | 12.6L/100 km18.7mpg US22.4mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 6.4L/100 km36.8mpg US44.1mpg UK | 6.4L/100 km36.8mpg US44.1mpg UK | 6.4L/100 km36.8mpg US44.1mpg UK | 6.4L/100 km36.8mpg US44.1mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 13.6s-1.5 s Calculated | 14.1s-1.0 s Calculated | 14.4s-0.6 s Calculated | 15.1s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 230hp/t171kW/t104hp/1000 lb Calculated | 199hp/t148kW/t90hp/1000 lb Calculated | 181hp/t135kW/t82hp/1000 lb Calculated | 153hp/t114kW/t69hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 345Nm/t231lb-ft/ton Calculated | 301Nm/t201lb-ft/ton Calculated | 272Nm/t182lb-ft/ton Calculated | 223Nm/t149lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 660km410mi Calculated | 660km410mi Calculated | 660km410mi Calculated | 660km410mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 2,521cc154cu in | 2,521cc154cu in | 2,521cc154cu in | 2,521cc154cu in |
| Length | 4,252mm167in | 4,252mm167in | 4,252mm167in | 4,252mm167in |
| Width | 1,782mm70in | 1,782mm70in | 1,782mm70in | 1,782mm70in |
| Height | 1,447mm57in | 1,447mm57in | 1,447mm57in | 1,447mm57in |
| Wheelbase | 2,640mm104in | 2,640mm104in | 2,640mm104in | 2,640mm104in |
| Front track | 1,548mm61in | 1,548mm61in | 1,548mm61in | 1,548mm61in |
| Rear track | 1,544mm61in | 1,544mm61in | 1,544mm61in | 1,544mm61in |
| Trunk volume | 233L | 233L | 233L | 233L |
| Doors | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Seats | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Fuel tank | 62L | 62L | 62L | 62L |
| CO2 emissions | 224g/km | 224g/km | 224g/km | 224g/km |
Performance charts
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Dyno simulation
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
- Volvo C30 2.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 3) 330 hp: Power / Torque
- Volvo C30 2.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 2) 286 hp: Power / Torque
- Volvo C30 2.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 1) 260 hp: Power / Torque
- Volvo C30 2.5 i 20V T5 220 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
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| VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 3)330 hp | 5,000 rpm | 1,500-4,800 rpm | 5,250 rpm |
| VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 2)286 hp | 5,000 rpm | 1,500-4,800 rpm | 5,250 rpm |
| VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 1)260 hp | 5,000 rpm | 1,500-4,800 rpm | 5,250 rpm |
| VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5220 hp | 5,000 rpm | 1,500-4,800 rpm | 5,250 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 3)330 hp | VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 2)286 hp | VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 1)260 hp | VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5220 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 5.2 s | 5.7 s | 6.1 s | 6.7 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 5.5 s | 6.0 s | 6.4 s | 7.1 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 18.4 s | 21.4 s | 23.8 s | 30.9 s |
| Top speed | 275 km/h 171 mph | 264 km/h 164 mph | 256 km/h 159 mph | 235 km/h 146 mph |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.3 s | 2.3 s | 2.4 s | 2.4 s |
330 ft 101 m | 6.0 s | 6.2 s | 6.3 s | 6.5 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 8.9 s | 9.3 s | 9.5 s | 9.8 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 11.5 s | 11.9 s | 12.2 s | 12.7 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 13.6 s | 14.1 s | 14.4 s | 15.1 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 173 km/h 108 mph | 166 km/h 103 mph | 161 km/h 100 mph | 152 km/h 95 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 3)330 hp | 330 hp 246 kW |
| VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 2)286 hp | 286 hp 213 kW |
| VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 1)260 hp | 260 hp 194 kW |
| VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5220 hp | 220 hp 164 kW |
Volvo C30 2.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 3) 330 hp has 110 hp more than Volvo C30 2.5 i 20V T5 220 hp.
The biggest power difference is between Volvo C30 2.5 i 20V T5 220 hp and Volvo C30 2.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 3) 330 hp: 110 hp (82 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 3)330 hp | 496 Nm 366 lb-ft |
| VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 2)286 hp | 432 Nm 319 lb-ft |
| VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 1)260 hp | 390 Nm 288 lb-ft |
| VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5220 hp | 320 Nm 236 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 3)330 hp | 1,437 kg 3,168 lb |
| VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 2)286 hp | 1,437 kg 3,168 lb |
| VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 1)260 hp | 1,437 kg 3,168 lb |
| VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5220 hp | 1,437 kg 3,168 lb |
Top speed without limiter comparison
Bar comparison chart for Top speed without limiter. Higher is better · km/h / mph
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 3)330 hp | 275 km/h 171 mph |
| VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 2)286 hp | 264 km/h 164 mph |
| VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 1)260 hp | 256 km/h 159 mph |
| VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5220 hp | 235 km/h 146 mph |
0-100 km/h comparison
Bar comparison chart for 0-100 km/h. Lower is better · seconds
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 3)330 hp | 5.5 s |
| VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 2)286 hp | 6.0 s |
| VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 1)260 hp | 6.4 s |
| VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5220 hp | 7.1 s |
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between Volvo C30 2.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 3) 330 hp and Volvo C30 2.5 i 20V T5 220 hp: 1.6 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are Volvo C30 2.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 2) 286 hp and Volvo C30 2.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 1) 260 hp, separated by only 0.4 s.
Fuel consumption comparison
Bar comparison chart for Fuel consumption. Lower is better · L/100 km / mpg US / mpg UK
| Vehicle | Value |
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| VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 3)330 hp | 9.4 L/100 km 25.0 mpg US 30.1 mpg UK |
| VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 2)286 hp | 9.4 L/100 km 25.0 mpg US 30.1 mpg UK |
| VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 1)260 hp | 9.4 L/100 km 25.0 mpg US 30.1 mpg UK |
| VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5220 hp | 9.4 L/100 km 25.0 mpg US 30.1 mpg UK |
Power-to-weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power-to-weight. Higher is better · hp/t / kW/t
| Vehicle | Value |
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| VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 3)330 hp | 230 hp/t 171 kW/t 4.4 kg/hp |
| VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 2)286 hp | 199 hp/t 148 kW/t 5.0 kg/hp |
| VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 1)260 hp | 181 hp/t 135 kW/t 5.5 kg/hp |
| VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5220 hp | 153 hp/t 114 kW/t 6.5 kg/hp |
Estimated range comparison
Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi
| Vehicle | Value |
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| VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 3)330 hp | 660 km 410 mi |
| VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 2)286 hp | 660 km 410 mi |
| VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 1)260 hp | 660 km 410 mi |
| VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5220 hp | 660 km 410 mi |
Performance spider chart
Radar chart comparing normalized performance and fuel-consumption scores.
| Vehicle | Power | Acceleration | Top speed |
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| VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 3)330 hp | 330 hp 246 kW | 5.5 s | 275 km/h 171 mph |
| VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 2)286 hp | 286 hp 213 kW | 6.0 s | 264 km/h 164 mph |
| VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 1)260 hp | 260 hp 194 kW | 6.4 s | 256 km/h 159 mph |
| VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5220 hp | 220 hp 164 kW | 7.1 s | 235 km/h 146 mph |
Most attractive quadrant
Scatter chart with performance score on the X axis and practicality score on the Y axis.
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| VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 1)260 hp |
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Performance vs fuel economy
Cars closer to the top-right corner combine stronger performance with better fuel economy scores.
| Vehicle | Performance score | Fuel economy score | ||||||
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| VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 3)330 hp |
| 9.4 L/100 km 25.0 mpg US 30.1 mpg UK | ||||||
| VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 2)286 hp |
| 9.4 L/100 km 25.0 mpg US 30.1 mpg UK | ||||||
| VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 1)260 hp |
| 9.4 L/100 km 25.0 mpg US 30.1 mpg UK | ||||||
| VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5220 hp |
| 9.4 L/100 km 25.0 mpg US 30.1 mpg UK | ||||||
Volvo C30 2.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 3) 330 hp is closest to the top-right balance target for performance and fuel economy.
Acceleration vs fuel consumption
Cars closer to the lower-left corner offer a better mix of quick acceleration and low fuel consumption.
| Vehicle | Fuel consumption, L/100 km | 0-100 km/h, s |
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| VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 3)330 hp | 9.4 L/100 km 25.0 mpg US 30.1 mpg UK | 5.5 s |
| VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 2)286 hp | 9.4 L/100 km 25.0 mpg US 30.1 mpg UK | 6.0 s |
| VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 1)260 hp | 9.4 L/100 km 25.0 mpg US 30.1 mpg UK | 6.4 s |
| VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5220 hp | 9.4 L/100 km 25.0 mpg US 30.1 mpg UK | 7.1 s |
Power-to-weight vs fuel consumption
The shaded area favors higher power-to-weight with lower combined fuel consumption.
| Vehicle | Power-to-weight, hp/t | Fuel consumption, L/100 km |
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| VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 3)330 hp | 230 hp/t 171 kW/t 4.4 kg/hp | 9.4 L/100 km 25.0 mpg US 30.1 mpg UK |
| VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 2)286 hp | 199 hp/t 148 kW/t 5.0 kg/hp | 9.4 L/100 km 25.0 mpg US 30.1 mpg UK |
| VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 1)260 hp | 181 hp/t 135 kW/t 5.5 kg/hp | 9.4 L/100 km 25.0 mpg US 30.1 mpg UK |
| VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5220 hp | 153 hp/t 114 kW/t 6.5 kg/hp | 9.4 L/100 km 25.0 mpg US 30.1 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 3)330 hp | VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 2)286 hp | VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 1)260 hp | VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5220 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 330 hp 246 kW | 286 hp 213 kW | 260 hp 194 kW | 220 hp 164 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 496 Nm 366 lb-ft | 432 Nm 319 lb-ft | 390 Nm 288 lb-ft | 320 Nm 236 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 5.5 s | 6.0 s | 6.4 s | 7.1 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 275 km/h 171 mph | 264 km/h 164 mph | 256 km/h 159 mph | 235 km/h 146 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,437 kg 3,168 lb | 1,437 kg 3,168 lb | 1,437 kg 3,168 lb | 1,437 kg 3,168 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 9.4 L/100 km 25.0 mpg US 30.1 mpg UK | 9.4 L/100 km 25.0 mpg US 30.1 mpg UK | 9.4 L/100 km 25.0 mpg US 30.1 mpg UK | 9.4 L/100 km 25.0 mpg US 30.1 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 660 km 410 mi | 660 km 410 mi | 660 km 410 mi | 660 km 410 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| CO2 score | 224 g/km | 224 g/km | 224 g/km | 224 g/km | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Trunk score | 233 L 8.2 cu ft | 233 L 8.2 cu ft | 233 L 8.2 cu ft | 233 L 8.2 cu ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Power-to-weight score | 230 hp/t 171 kW/t 4.4 kg/hp | 199 hp/t 148 kW/t 5.0 kg/hp | 181 hp/t 135 kW/t 5.5 kg/hp | 153 hp/t 114 kW/t 6.5 kg/hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Overall | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score |
Fuel cost and annual usage
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| Vehicle | Volvo C30 2.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 3) 330 hp | Volvo C30 2.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 2) 286 hp | Volvo C30 2.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 1) 260 hp | Volvo C30 2.5 i 20V T5 220 hp |
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| Consumption | 9.4 L/100 km25 mpg US30.1 mpg UK | 9.4 L/100 km25 mpg US30.1 mpg UK | 9.4 L/100 km25 mpg US30.1 mpg UK | 9.4 L/100 km25 mpg US30.1 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 16.45 LC100 km | 16.45 LC100 km | 16.45 LC100 km | 16.45 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 26.47 LC100 mi | 26.47 LC100 mi | 26.47 LC100 mi | 26.47 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 1,410 L372 US gal310 UK gal | 1,410 L372 US gal310 UK gal | 1,410 L372 US gal310 UK gal | 1,410 L372 US gal310 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 2,468 LC/year | 2,468 LC/year | 2,468 LC/year | 2,468 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
Volvo C30 2.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 3) 330 hp
- Has 44 hp more
- Has 64 Nm more
- Is 0.5 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 11 km/h (7 mph) higher top speed
- Has 31 hp/t better power-to-weight
Pros
- Quickest 0-100 km/h in this comparison
- Highest top speed
- Most powerful
- Highest torque
- Lightest
- Lowest combined fuel consumption
- Best power-to-weight ratio
- Best estimated range
- Largest trunk
Cons
- Highest CO2 emissions
Volvo C30 2.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 2) 286 hp
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