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) 345 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h5.2 s
- Fastest top speed281 km/h175 mph
- Most powerful345 hp257 kW
- Highest torque496 Nm366 lb-ft
- Lightest1,422 kg3,135 lb
- Best power-to-weight243 hp/t181 kW/t4.1 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption8.7 L/100 km27.0 mpg US32.5 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 emissions208 g/km
- Best estimated range713 km443 mi
- Largest trunk233 L
- Best overall score65/100
- Best performance score73/100
- Best economy score83/100
- Best practicality score48/100
Specification comparison
| Model | VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 3)345 hp | VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 2)299 hp | VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 1)271 hp | VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5230 hp |
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| Power | 345hp257kW+115 hp | 299hp223kW+69 hp | 271hp202kW+41 hp | 230hp172kW |
| Torque | 496Nm366lb-ft+176 Nm | 432Nm319lb-ft+112 Nm | 390Nm288lb-ft+70 Nm | 320Nm236lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,422kg3,135lb | 1,422kg3,135lb | 1,422kg3,135lb | 1,422kg3,135lb |
| Gross weight | 1,860kg4,101lb | 1,860kg4,101lb | 1,860kg4,101lb | 1,860kg4,101lb |
| Top speed | 281 km/h 175 mph | 269 km/h 167 mph | 262 km/h 163 mph | Unrestricted 250 km/h155 mph Restricted 240 km/h149 mph Calculated |
| To 99% top speed | 74.2s99% target: 278 km/h / 173 mph-16.3 s Calculated | 79.9s99% target: 266 km/h / 165 mph-10.6 s Calculated | 83.9s99% target: 259 km/h / 161 mph-6.6 s Calculated | 90.5s99% target: 248 km/h / 154 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.2s-1.5 s | 5.7s-1.0 s | 6.0s-0.7 s | 6.7s |
| 0-200 km/h | 16.9s-9.2 s Calculated | 19.6s-6.5 s Calculated | 21.7s-4.4 s Calculated | 26.1s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 5.0s-1.4 s Calculated | 5.4s-0.9 s Calculated | 5.7s-0.6 s Calculated | 6.4s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 8.7L/100 km27mpg US32.5mpg UK | 8.7L/100 km27mpg US32.5mpg UK | 8.7L/100 km27mpg US32.5mpg UK | 8.7L/100 km27mpg US32.5mpg 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 | 13.2s-1.5 s Calculated | 13.8s-1.0 s Calculated | 14.1s-0.6 s Calculated | 14.7s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 243hp/t181kW/t110hp/1000 lb Calculated | 210hp/t157kW/t95hp/1000 lb Calculated | 191hp/t142kW/t87hp/1000 lb Calculated | 162hp/t121kW/t73hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 349Nm/t233lb-ft/ton Calculated | 304Nm/t203lb-ft/ton Calculated | 275Nm/t184lb-ft/ton Calculated | 225Nm/t151lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 713km443mi Calculated | 713km443mi Calculated | 713km443mi Calculated | 713km443mi 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 | 1,535mm60in | 1,535mm60in | 1,535mm60in | 1,535mm60in |
| Rear track | 1,531mm60in | 1,531mm60in | 1,531mm60in | 1,531mm60in |
| Trunk volume | 233L | 233L | 233L | 233L |
| Doors | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Seats | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Fuel tank | 62L | 62L | 62L | 62L |
| CO2 emissions | 208g/km | 208g/km | 208g/km | 208g/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) 345 hp: Power / Torque
- Volvo C30 2.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 2) 299 hp: Power / Torque
- Volvo C30 2.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 1) 271 hp: Power / Torque
- Volvo C30 2.5 i 20V T5 230 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
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| VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 3)345 hp | 5,000 rpm | 1,500-5,000 rpm | 5,250 rpm |
| VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 2)299 hp | 5,000 rpm | 1,500-5,000 rpm | 5,250 rpm |
| VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 1)271 hp | 5,000 rpm | 1,500-5,000 rpm | 5,250 rpm |
| VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5230 hp | 5,000 rpm | 1,500-5,000 rpm | 5,250 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 3)345 hp | VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 2)299 hp | VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 1)271 hp | VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5230 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 5.0 s | 5.4 s | 5.7 s | 6.4 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 5.2 s | 5.7 s | 6.0 s | 6.7 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 16.9 s | 19.6 s | 21.7 s | 26.1 s |
| Top speed | 281 km/h 175 mph | 269 km/h 167 mph | 262 km/h 163 mph | Unrestricted 250 km/h155 mph Restricted 240 km/h149 mph Likely limited |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.2 s | 2.3 s | 2.3 s | 2.4 s |
330 ft 101 m | 5.8 s | 6.0 s | 6.2 s | 6.4 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 8.7 s | 9.0 s | 9.3 s | 9.6 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 11.2 s | 11.6 s | 11.9 s | 12.4 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 13.2 s | 13.8 s | 14.1 s | 14.7 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 178 km/h 111 mph | 170 km/h 106 mph | 165 km/h 103 mph | 157 km/h 98 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 3)345 hp | 345 hp 257 kW |
| VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 2)299 hp | 299 hp 223 kW |
| VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 1)271 hp | 271 hp 202 kW |
| VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5230 hp | 230 hp 172 kW |
Volvo C30 2.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 3) 345 hp has 115 hp more than Volvo C30 2.5 i 20V T5 230 hp.
The biggest power difference is between Volvo C30 2.5 i 20V T5 230 hp and Volvo C30 2.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 3) 345 hp: 115 hp (86 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 3)345 hp | 496 Nm 366 lb-ft |
| VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 2)299 hp | 432 Nm 319 lb-ft |
| VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 1)271 hp | 390 Nm 288 lb-ft |
| VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5230 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)345 hp | 1,422 kg 3,135 lb |
| VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 2)299 hp | 1,422 kg 3,135 lb |
| VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 1)271 hp | 1,422 kg 3,135 lb |
| VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5230 hp | 1,422 kg 3,135 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)345 hp | 281 km/h 175 mph |
| VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 2)299 hp | 269 km/h 167 mph |
| VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 1)271 hp | 262 km/h 163 mph |
| VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5230 hp | Unrestricted 250 km/h155 mph Restricted 240 km/h149 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)345 hp | 5.2 s |
| VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 2)299 hp | 5.7 s |
| VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 1)271 hp | 6.0 s |
| VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5230 hp | 6.7 s |
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between Volvo C30 2.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 3) 345 hp and Volvo C30 2.5 i 20V T5 230 hp: 1.5 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are Volvo C30 2.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 2) 299 hp and Volvo C30 2.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 1) 271 hp, separated by only 0.3 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)345 hp | 8.7 L/100 km 27.0 mpg US 32.5 mpg UK |
| VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 2)299 hp | 8.7 L/100 km 27.0 mpg US 32.5 mpg UK |
| VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 1)271 hp | 8.7 L/100 km 27.0 mpg US 32.5 mpg UK |
| VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5230 hp | 8.7 L/100 km 27.0 mpg US 32.5 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)345 hp | 243 hp/t 181 kW/t 4.1 kg/hp |
| VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 2)299 hp | 210 hp/t 157 kW/t 4.8 kg/hp |
| VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 1)271 hp | 191 hp/t 142 kW/t 5.2 kg/hp |
| VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5230 hp | 162 hp/t 121 kW/t 6.2 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)345 hp | 713 km 443 mi |
| VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 2)299 hp | 713 km 443 mi |
| VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 1)271 hp | 713 km 443 mi |
| VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5230 hp | 713 km 443 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)345 hp | 345 hp 257 kW | 5.2 s | 281 km/h 175 mph |
| VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 2)299 hp | 299 hp 223 kW | 5.7 s | 269 km/h 167 mph |
| VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 1)271 hp | 271 hp 202 kW | 6.0 s | 262 km/h 163 mph |
| VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5230 hp | 230 hp 172 kW | 6.7 s | Unrestricted 250 km/h155 mph Restricted 240 km/h149 mph |
Most attractive quadrant
Scatter chart with performance score on the X axis and practicality score on the Y axis.
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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)345 hp |
| 8.7 L/100 km 27.0 mpg US 32.5 mpg UK | ||||||
| VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 2)299 hp |
| 8.7 L/100 km 27.0 mpg US 32.5 mpg UK | ||||||
| VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 1)271 hp |
| 8.7 L/100 km 27.0 mpg US 32.5 mpg UK | ||||||
| VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5230 hp |
| 8.7 L/100 km 27.0 mpg US 32.5 mpg UK | ||||||
Volvo C30 2.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 3) 345 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)345 hp | 8.7 L/100 km 27.0 mpg US 32.5 mpg UK | 5.2 s |
| VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 2)299 hp | 8.7 L/100 km 27.0 mpg US 32.5 mpg UK | 5.7 s |
| VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 1)271 hp | 8.7 L/100 km 27.0 mpg US 32.5 mpg UK | 6.0 s |
| VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5230 hp | 8.7 L/100 km 27.0 mpg US 32.5 mpg UK | 6.7 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)345 hp | 243 hp/t 181 kW/t 4.1 kg/hp | 8.7 L/100 km 27.0 mpg US 32.5 mpg UK |
| VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 2)299 hp | 210 hp/t 157 kW/t 4.8 kg/hp | 8.7 L/100 km 27.0 mpg US 32.5 mpg UK |
| VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 1)271 hp | 191 hp/t 142 kW/t 5.2 kg/hp | 8.7 L/100 km 27.0 mpg US 32.5 mpg UK |
| VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5230 hp | 162 hp/t 121 kW/t 6.2 kg/hp | 8.7 L/100 km 27.0 mpg US 32.5 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 3)345 hp | VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 2)299 hp | VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 1)271 hp | VolvoC302.5 i 20V T5230 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 345 hp 257 kW | 299 hp 223 kW | 271 hp 202 kW | 230 hp 172 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 496 Nm 366 lb-ft | 432 Nm 319 lb-ft | 390 Nm 288 lb-ft | 320 Nm 236 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 5.2 s | 5.7 s | 6.0 s | 6.7 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 281 km/h 175 mph | 269 km/h 167 mph | 262 km/h 163 mph | Unrestricted 250 km/h155 mph Restricted 240 km/h149 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,422 kg 3,135 lb | 1,422 kg 3,135 lb | 1,422 kg 3,135 lb | 1,422 kg 3,135 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 8.7 L/100 km 27.0 mpg US 32.5 mpg UK | 8.7 L/100 km 27.0 mpg US 32.5 mpg UK | 8.7 L/100 km 27.0 mpg US 32.5 mpg UK | 8.7 L/100 km 27.0 mpg US 32.5 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 713 km 443 mi | 713 km 443 mi | 713 km 443 mi | 713 km 443 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| CO2 score | 208 g/km | 208 g/km | 208 g/km | 208 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 | 243 hp/t 181 kW/t 4.1 kg/hp | 210 hp/t 157 kW/t 4.8 kg/hp | 191 hp/t 142 kW/t 5.2 kg/hp | 162 hp/t 121 kW/t 6.2 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) 345 hp | Volvo C30 2.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 2) 299 hp | Volvo C30 2.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 1) 271 hp | Volvo C30 2.5 i 20V T5 230 hp |
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| Consumption | 8.7 L/100 km27 mpg US32.5 mpg UK | 8.7 L/100 km27 mpg US32.5 mpg UK | 8.7 L/100 km27 mpg US32.5 mpg UK | 8.7 L/100 km27 mpg US32.5 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 15.22 LC100 km | 15.22 LC100 km | 15.22 LC100 km | 15.22 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 24.50 LC100 mi | 24.50 LC100 mi | 24.50 LC100 mi | 24.50 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 1,305 L345 US gal287 UK gal | 1,305 L345 US gal287 UK gal | 1,305 L345 US gal287 UK gal | 1,305 L345 US gal287 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 2,284 LC/year | 2,284 LC/year | 2,284 LC/year | 2,284 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
Volvo C30 2.5 i 20V T5 (Stage 3) 345 hp
- Has 46 hp more
- Has 64 Nm more
- Is 0.5 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 12 km/h (7 mph) higher top speed
- Has 32 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) 299 hp
No measurable advantages in the available data.
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