Trim Report

Volvo C30 T5 R-Design2011

Includes:C30|T5 R-Design
$5,900
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Where to Find Volvo C30 T5 R-Design

Location data for all 2011 Volvo C30 trims combined

21States

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Volvo C30 Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2011 Volvo C30 trims

Low Concern

Federal safety data shows 1 recalls and 14 complaints for the 2011 Volvo C30, a low safety profile overall. Check the known issues section below for the most common problem areas.

1
Recalls
14
Complaints
1
Crashes
0
Fires
Recall Findings
10V2550002010-08-06
STEERING:GEAR BOX:SHAFT SECTOR

VOLVO IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010-2011 C30, MODEL YEAR 2010 S40 AND V50 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 6 SPEED MANUAL TRANSMISSIONS. THE GEARSHIFT LEVER STUD ASSEMBLY MAY NOT HAVE BEEN TIGHTENED TO THE CORRECT SPECIFICATION DURING ASSEMBLY. IF THE GEARSHIFT LEVER CABLE OR STUD ASSEMBLY BECOMES LOOSE, IT MAY NOT BE POSSIBLE TO ENGAGE, DISENGAGE OR SHIFT GEARS.

THIS CONDITION CAN INCREASE THE RISK OF A VEHICLE CRASH.

View at NHTSA

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Of 14 issues reported over 1 model years, visibility/wiper problems are the most common for the 2011 Volvo C30. A pre-purchase inspection should focus here first.

01Visibility/wiper6
02Structure,visibility/wiper1
03Unknown Or Other1
04Structure,unknown Or Other1
05Steering,air Bags1
14 total across 1 model years (2011–2011)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Volvo C30 Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2011 Volvo C30 trims

24mpg combined
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21city
·
29-30hwy
·
$1,800/yr

The 2011 Volvo C30 is rated at 24 MPG combined across all 2 configurations. No surprises here regardless of which trim you pick.

By Trim
C30 FWD - Automatic (S5)
24mpg
2.5L 5-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
21 city30 hwy~$1,800/yr-1/10 Poor
C30 FWD - Manual 6-spd
24mpg
2.5L 5-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
21 city29 hwy~$1,800/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Is the T5 R-Design Worth It?

Common questions about the 2011 Volvo C30 T5 R-Design

How does the T5 R-Design compare to other Volvo C30 trims?

Every Volvo C30 trim targets a different buyer. The 2011 model page compares all available trims side by side.

What should I know about maintaining the 2011 Volvo C30 T5 R-Design?

Maintenance costs for the T5 R-Design align with the broader Volvo C30 ownership experience, though trim-specific equipment can add to routine costs. The 2011 model year has 1 recall on record. The most-reported issue area is visibility/wiper. Check the 2011 Volvo C30 page for the full breakdown.

What are the best years for the Volvo C30 T5 R-Design?

Check the price-to-mileage ratio for each Volvo C30 T5 R-Design year. The last year before a generation change is usually the most refined; the first year after is when resale drops fastest. The Volvo C30 overview compares all years side by side.

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