Volvo C30

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The Volvo C30 is a compact three-door hatchback, front-engine, compact front-wheel-drive, manufactured and marketed by Volvo Cars for the 2006-2013 model year in a generation. Powered by a four-inline and straight-five engine, the C30 is a variant of the Volvo S40/V50/C70 range, sharing the same Ford C1/Volvo P1 platform. Volvo markets the C30 as a premium hatchback/sports coupe.

The back-end of the C30 and the back-blurred glass reminiscent of the previous P1800 ES and Volvo 480 by Volvo.

Video Volvo C30

Rilis awal (2006)

The production version of the C30 T5 with a 160-watt sound system was officially launched at the 2006 Paris Motor Show.

Initial models include T5 (2.5 liters), 2.4i, 2.0, 1.8, 1.8 Flexifuel, 1.6, D5 (2.4 liters) (132 kW/180PS), D5 (120 kW/163PS) (Belgium only), 2.0D, 1.6D.

Interior C30 is similar to S40 and V50; share the majority of spare parts including instrument panel, central pile of 'floating' and steering wheel.

Europe

At the end of 2006, the C30 was launched in Europe. Engine options range from 1.6L inline-4 (petrol or diesel) to 2.5L inline-5 turbo (2.4L diesel). 2009 adds an optional 6-speed automatic PowerShift dual-clutch with 2.0 L petrol and diesel engines, a flexible 1.8L E85 flex-fuel engine, and a 1.6L "DRIVe" diesel engine with increased efficiency and optional start/stop capability.

The pruning lines include SE and SE Lux in the UK, and Kinetic, Momentum, and Summum (from the few to most features) in most other European countries. The R-Design package adds interior and exterior accessories including aluminum inlay on the dashboard, R-Design emblems on the steering wheel, chairs and mats, rear spoiler and body kit.

Its competitors include Mini, Alfa Romeo Giulietta, and Audi A3.

North America

The C30 went on sale in Canada in March 2007 as a 2007 model year, and in October 2007 in the United States as a 2008 model year.

In Canada, 2.4i is offered until 2011, while the T5 remains available. In the United States, the only machine available is T5. For 2008, the US C30 debuted with two trim lines, Version 1.0 and Version 2.0. The R-Design was added later in the model year, featuring a unique badge and interior trim. Since 2009, the US C30 has been offered in T5 or R-Design trim. In addition, the Polestar performance option (developed in partnership between Volvo Car Corporation and Polestar) becomes available for some Volvo models, including the 2008 to 2013 model C30 T5 (P1 Chassis). The software modification on the computer's control engine increased output from 227 hp to 250 hp without a reduction in the US Environmental Protection Agency's fuel economy rankings.

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Volvo SCC (2001)

Volvo SCC (Safety Concept Car) is a concept vehicle that incorporates the rear hatch design of the Volvo P1800ES and the glass hold from Volvo 480ES.

Security features include:

• Front collision warning
• Information is projected on the windshield
• Technology that monitors the vehicle in a "blind spot" and notifies the driver.
• A warning system to alert drivers to the risk of getting lost from the lane.
• Roaming controls that keep the distance set behind the vehicle in front.
• Brake lights blink when braking
• Security camera
• Sophisticated headlights that follow the curvature of the road as the car spins.
• HMI Advanced (Human Machine Interface)
• Rear seats with adjustable height.
• Pedestrian Protection
• The steering wheel can be adjusted for altitude and range
• Unlock passive and start engine
• Communication with car via mobile

The vehicle was unveiled at the 2001 Detroit Auto Show, and later at Seville International Airport in southern Spain in Autumn. The C30 production model is planned in 2002.

the concept of SEMA 2006 (2006)

• The EVOLVE C30 car features twin turbo engines, all wheel drive, suspension of the Solid Evolve 2004 concept from the 2004 SEMA show, and 4-piston brake calipers.
• The IPD C30 includes a supercharged 5 cylinder engine with a belt-driven supercharger with 6Ã, psi (0.4 bar) boost, nitrous tank, gull wing doors, and Alcantara seats, Alpine and Apple audio systems.
• HEICO HS3 THOR is designed for outdoor enthusiasts, built by Heico Sportiv. This includes a 2.5L turbo engine (B5254T) rated at 300 PS (221 kW; 296 hp) and 420Ã, N? M (310Ã, lb? Ft), Haldex AWD, Heico Volution V 8x18-in sport wheels with Toyo tires, and 4-caliper disc brakes with 320 mm (12.6 inch) front rotor.

The vehicle was unveiled at the 2006 SEMA Show.

2006 Essen concept (2006)

The HEICO HS3 D5 includes a 5-cylinder diesel engine upgraded 205 PS (151 kW; 202 hp) and 400 N (295 lb-ft), body kit with front and rear spoiler, side skirts, and fender flares; VOLUTION V. 8.5x20 inch wheels in Titan color, adjustable adjustable suspension kit, 4-tip stainless steel exhaust, 4-piston sports brake kit, pedal set, foot rest, hand brake lever, and door pin, all in aluminum; chairs and door panels with double tone coating.

THOR_2 is a THOR HEICO HS3 concept variant, based on the C30 T5. This includes a body-kit on the "XC off-road look", an elevated 30mm suspension, VOLUTION X 8x18 inch wheels in Titan color, custom made TOYO TYRES R888 semi-slicks with HEICO SPORTIV 'helmet logo, increased engine power up to 250 PS ( 184Ã, kW; 247Ã, hp) and 360Ã, N? M (266Ã, lb? Ft)

The vehicle was unveiled at the 2006 Essen Motorshow. HEICO HS3 D5 went on sale in 2007.

Volvo ReCharge Concept (2007)

The ReCharge concept is a plug-in hybrid electric version of the C30, developed by the California Volvo development center. It was unveiled at the Frankfurt Motor Show 2007. It features a flex-fuel 1.6L 4-cylinder engine and an electric motor on each wheel. It has an estimated battery range of 100 kilometers (62 mi). The battery has 3 hours of full charge time. The car has a top speed of 160 km/h (99 mph). Volvo plans to sell the production of plug-in hybrid C30 in Europe in 2012.

Volvo C30 Efficiency (2007)

This is a 1.6D version 5.0 â € <â € <105PS with reduced chassis height, new roof rear spoiler, new rear bumper, underbody panel, optimized engine cooling, aerodynamically optimized 16-inch rim wheels, tires low friction, revised gear on all three to five gears, low friction transmission oil, optimization of steering servo assistance, optimization of machine management.

The vehicle was unveiled at the 2007 Frankfurt Motor Show.

It is a limited (107 units) C30 T5 with a five-speed automatic transmission or 6 speed manual transmission with Geartronic for the US market, commemorating 107 Boston Red Sox victories in 2007. These include red body color, Boston Red Sox logo on the rear hatch Glass, the Boston Red Sox badge.

C30 R-Design (2008)

This is a limited version (400 units) of the C30 T5 for the North American market. It includes a choice of four body colors (Black Sapphire, Titanium Gray, Orinoco Blue and Passion Red), Sport Body kit, Flex-tech high tech seat upholstery, cushioned and trimmed leather backdrop contrasting with blue, blue-cluster face instrument, center console with smooth circular pattern and aluminum inlay, steering wheel wrapped with aluminum inlay, sports pedal, sport shifters, floor mats, 18 "Atreus wheels, Sirius Satellite Radio with 6 month introductory subscription Other options include 5- speed Geartronic transmission, DVD-based navigation system with real-time traffic, electric driver's seat, Climate Package, power glass moonroof, bi-xenon lamps, Serapis alloy wheels and premium Dynaudio sound system.

The vehicle was unveiled at the 2008 New York Auto Show. The production version went on sale in April 2008.

Tools

Available audio systems include:

• Performance - with 4x20W amplifiers and six loudspeakers
• High Performance - with 4x40W amplifiers and eight loudspeakers
• Premium sound - with digital class D amplifiers with Alpine's ICE Power technology, 5x130W output, Dolby Pro Logic II Surround, and ten loudspeakers from Danish Dynaudio

At High Performance and Premium Sound, it is possible to play CDs with music in MP3 and WMA formats, and they are equipped with additional AUX connectors to connect additional equipment such as a portable MP3 player. Starting in spring of 2007, the adapter for connecting iPod or USB flash drive will also be available as an accessory.

The 2008 model brings some minor changes, mostly adapting the interior to the S40/V50 facelift and included as a standard Aux audio socket.

The 2009 model year moved the Volvo badge from the hatch handle to the glass area above it, enlarging the font and increasing the space between the letters. It also carries other small changes such as including hard load cover as standard.

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Security

The C30 continues Volvo's marketing strategy to put safety as its primary concern (IntelliSafe). This is demonstrated through several security features developed recently, including a method of overcoming the "blind spot" in the driver's view backward through a system known as BLIS (Blind Spot Information System).

The C30 also features a four-wheel anti-lock braking system (ABS), an electronic stability program (ESP), a traction control system and front, side and curtain airbags, front and rear crumple zones, and rigid residue cells.

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) awarded Volvo C30 for their Safety of Choice. The C30 is given the highest "good" rating on the front, side, rear and roof strength tests and has Electronic Stability Control as standard equipment to receive awards.

The Volvo C30 has a patented front and rear structure using four different steel grades to absorb and distribute impact energy around the body of the coupe. Volvo Whiplash Protection System and Side Impact Protection System with side airbags and blinds are also standard. The seat belt has a pretensioner to protect passengers from unexpected accidents.

The car also uses the Volvo Driver Driver Information System (IDIS) which continuously monitors the preemptive systems of the car such as steering angles, pedal pressure, and overall factors that help vehicle computers to decide whether drivers are busy or disrupted merging or reversing, and then will delay data or warnings certain not important.

The C30 has been criticized because in an attempt to make it more responsive in the curve it becomes less reliable on ice or snow where the rear can more easily lose its grip compared to other Volvo models.

Marketing

As part of the launch of the C30 Europe, a series of 16 different television commercials were created by Fuel London (part of Euro RSCG Worldwide) under the campaign theme, "A Product of Free Will."

As part of the launch of the US C30, the Volvo C30 configuration site displays fluctuating price quotes for identical vehicles. Volvo's intention is to determine what potential buyers are willing to pay and how many vehicles they need to send to America.

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2010 update

New exterior features include:

• The front is redesigned, including body panels like the front wing
• A larger new iron mark is found in the rest of the Volvo range
• Wavier and rear more dynamic
• New body color, Orange Flame Metallic
• Exhaust muffler seen in T5 and D5 models
• Two new wheel options - and for the first time, white wheels are available
• Option to select five different colors at bottom trim - Contrast Color Collection C30.

New interior features include:

• An all-new color combination known as Espresso/Blond, made up of dark brown tops and blond colors, fresh colors on the underside of the door. The blond tone is somewhere between gray and beige and is an expression of the strong Scandinavian design tradition of Volvo.
• The luggage compartment cover on the back, which uses new materials and new graph patterns to further enhance the modern image of the car.
• Oyster Burst Options DÃÆ' Â © co center stack

New accessory accessory kit includes foglamp dÃÆ' Â © cast, front skidplate, side scuff plate with C30 engraved logo and rear skidplate with stylish aluminum display. For D5 and T5, two 90 mm tail pipes in polished stainless steel are added to underline the powerful engine.

The optional sports chassis, available in all models except the 1.6D DRIVe, including lower steering ratio, provides 10% faster response to steering input. Firmness has been improved not less than 30% to increase the toughness of the car in an enthusiastic drive.

In spring 2009, the Volvo C30 1.6D DRIVe is available with advanced start/stop functions (such as 1.6D DRIVe start/stop).

The updated vehicle was introduced at the 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show.

The updated C30 went on sale in early 2010, as a 2011 model in North America and Australia. Early models include T5 (2.5 liter), 2.4i, 2.0, 2.0F (Flexifuel), 1.6, D5 (2.4 liter), 2.0D, 1.6D DRIVe, 1.6D DRIVe start/stop. Delivery begins in early 2010.

Starting from the 2011 model year, the choice of D3 and D4 engines is added to the product line. Other changes include new body color (Flamenco Red), Car with Volvo On Call has the option to enable cabin heater remotely via SMS text messaging. <30> C30 R-Design (2010-2013)

This is the C30 version with the following:

• R-Design badge in grille
• Grille and door mirror houses in a special silk metal settlement
• Body kits with front and rear spoilers, lower door trim prints and side-skirts color-fit throughout the body, 10a reduction, Â ° at high rises
• Cratus 17 inch aluminum wheel new 5 inch (optional 18 inches)
• Tailgate spoiler
• Visible chrome-plated sports tailpipes (90 mm)
• Upholstery in two color combinations: cream-colored skin with a side in dark gray Flex-Tec, or off-black skin with black (new) borders
• Embos R-Design arises in the front seat
• R-Design center stack and panel insertion
• The gear knob is trimmed with leather and aluminum
• Sport pedal in aluminum, with rubber ribbon
• The sport steering wheel is trimmed with leather, with the R-Design symbol
• Blue velocity gauge and enumerator counter
• Carpet floors with contrasting pipes

The vehicle was unveiled at the 2010 Gothenburg Motor show.

STCC-Volvo (2010)

This is a C30 racing car version designed for the Swedish Touring Championship 2010. C30 Black Design (2011)

This is a limited version (600 units) of C30 1.6 D2 (115PS), 1.6 DRIVe (115PS), 2.0 D3 (150PS) or 2.0 (145PS) for the Italian market, designed by Eidon and Berman. These include DI-NOC (3M) carbon fiber finish films on the roof, side frames, frames of grille and door mirrors, 17 inch Fondmetal rims in black matte (optional 17 inch Fondmetal rims in matte black), a choice of 5 body colors (bianco ghiacciato (white), grigio titanio (anthracite), argento electrico metallizzato, orange flame metallizzato (orange flame), argento metallizzato).

C30 DRIVe Electric (2011-2013)

The prototype C30 electric car uses an 82 kW electric motor, and has a 24 kWh lithium-ion battery mounted in a propshaft tunnel and in a space normally occupied by a fuel tank, outside the passenger compartment and away from the deformation zone. Electricity C30 delivers up to 150 km (93 mi) under the NEDC cycle.

A moveable C30 prototype was presented in September 2009. The updated prototype (with complete interiors and full instrumentation, and enhanced battery packs) was launched in 2010 at the North American International Auto Show.

C30 DRIVe Electric concept car exhibited at the Paris Motor Show 2010 and displayed as DRIVe C30.

Field tests of about 50 C30 electric cars were made in Sweden from the fourth quarter of 2010, mainly internally at Volvo Car Corporation. Volvo C30 Electric is also part of the One Tonne Life project where a family is given the task of living as a clever climate for six months. In July 2012, Volvo delivered 15 Volvo C30 electric cars as part of an open-air test project in Shanghai.

The C30 electric has a 24 kWh lithium-ion battery, which is supplied by the US factory EnerDel. Electric motors, motor controllers, chargers and other drivetrain components are supplied by Swiss manufacturer BRUSA Electronics AG. The highest speed is estimated by Volvo at 130 km/h (81 mph), with acceleration from 0-50 kph (0-31 mph) in 4 seconds. The C30 Electric can be recharged from a regular home electrical outlet and the full charge takes about 7 hours. The electric range is all up to 150 kilometers (93 mi). The battery is installed where the fuel tank is usually seated and also in a special compartment at the C30 central tunnel, and as a result, the trunk compartment has not changed. In August 2012, Volvo ordered the second supply of battery packs from EnerDel to build an internal test fleet together with Siemens.

Volvo C30 Electric is equipped with three climate systems: one supplying passengers with heating or cooling; one cools or warms the battery as needed; and electric motors and water-cooled power electronics. The climate control in the passenger cabin is equipped with bioethanol powered heater, a solution chosen by Volvo to get warmed up without sacrificing the battery driving range, but the driver has the option to run the climate unit on electricity from the battery. Ethanol is the standard mode and the ethanol tank can carry 14.5 liters (3.8 gallon US) of bioethanol. Volvo has been testing the C30 in winter conditions at temperatures as low as -20 ° C (-4 ° F).

The concept of Range Extenders (2011)

The Volvo C30 with Range Extenders connected series is based on the C30 Electric with a three-cylinder combustion engine that produces 60 PS (44 kW; 59 hp) mounted under the rear load compartment floor. The car also has a 40 liter fuel tank. The combustion engine is connected to a 40 kW generator. Combined power is used to drive 111 PS (82 kW 109 hp) electric motor, but the driver can also choose to let the generator charge the battery, thereby increasing the range of electric car operation. This Range Extender increases the range of electric cars up to 1,000 km - above the 110 km range provided by car batteries.

Volvo C30 with parallel-connected Range Extender includes a turbocharged three-cylinder combustion engine with a 190 PS (140 kW; 187 hp) rating on the rear and a 40-liter fuel tank, six-speed automatic transmission. 40 kW battery generator can also be charged to provide increased range of cars on electricity alone. The electric motor is the same as the Range Extender car connected series. The combined power is rated 300 PS (221 kW; 296 hp). Range Extender increases the range of electric cars up to 1,000 km - above the 75 km range provided by car batteries.

Fuel cell production begins in 2010.

2013 C30 Polestar Limited Edition (2012-2013)

This is a limited version (250 units) of the C30 T5 R-Design for the US market. This includes increasing engine power by increasing airflow to the combustion chamber and accelerating spark timing, 17-inch Styx rims in matte black, Polestar badge on the rear and side of the vehicle, Rebel Blue body color, leather seating surface in Off- Black or two-tone Off-Black and Calcite, C30 T5 R-Design Premium Plus equipment (power glass sunroof, power driver seat with memory, soft loadcover, auto-dimming rearview mirror with compass, electric passenger seat, LED daytime running lights, Keyless Drive and active Xenon headlamps), optional Platinum trim (Dolby Pro Logic II Surround Sound, 10 loudspeakers with 650 watt power, real-time traffic navigation system, remote control and map maintenance plus Sirius/XM satellite radio ), color - co-coordinated body kit, front grille R-Design logo, R-Cluster Clock tool design, unique aluminum inlays, sport steering wheel R-Design and sport pedals; standard wiper rain sensor and washing machine lights, optional Climate Package (heated front seats, Electronic Climate Control (ECC) and Interior Air Quality System (IAQS)), spring rigidity increased by 30 percent, mono-tube design damper with a 20 percent low increase damping-speed, rigid bushing and steering ratio 10 percent faster.

Vehicles go on sale starting October 2012.

Machine

Transmission

Tools

Polestar Performance Software (2011-2013)

The tuning software for 2008 or newer models, C30, C70 and S40 vehicle models with the T5 engine went on sale in the US for MSRP of $ 1,295 from 2011-11-14.

Motorsport

Volvo Polestar rider Robert Dahlgren won the Scottish Scandinavian Car Tour Championship 2010. In addition, after 8 of 9 rounds of STCC Driver's Championship 2010, Robert Dahlgren led the tournament, and Volvo Polestar took second place in the team championship.

Robert Dahlgren won the 2010 STCC Championship, while Volvo Polestar won the 2010 Team STCC Championship.

In the 2011 World Touring Car Championship season, the Polestar Racing team uses the Volvo C30 DRIVe as their racing car.

In 2011 the FIA ​​WTCC Race of Belgium, Volvo Polestar Racing racer Robert Dahlgren completed races 1 and 2 at ranks 13 and 7 respectively.

Volvo C30 Electric shares first place in the 130-kilometer Bonnin Challenge Bibendum race plus awards for handling, CO2 emissions and local emissions.

Polestar Racing entered the 2011 WTCC season with one Volvo C30 DRIVe rider driven by Robert Dahlgren.

At the 2011 World Car Tour Championships, Robert Dahlgren fell out of qualifying in the Macau race, ending the season career of Polestar Racing team.

The C30 won 5 races during the 2011 Pirelli World Challenge season.

Awards

DRIVe C30 is one of the five finalists of the 2011 Green Vision Car Award. In July 2012, the Volvo C30 electric is named "Green Car of the Year" in China at the 4th China New Energy Mobility Summit.

Production

The Volvo C30 Electric body is built on a regular assembly line at the plant in Ghent, Belgium, and then the glider is transported to Gothenburg for installation of motors, batteries and other model-specific electronic devices.

As a low-production car, Volvo intends to lease Volvo C30 Electric to corporate customers, especially corporations, authorities, and government agencies. Initial deliveries are scheduled for the third quarter of 2011 across Europe, including in Sweden, Belgium, the Netherlands and Norway. Volvo plans to build about 250 cars by the end of 2012, and possibly more if market interest increases. Volvo also plans to allocate a total of 100 Volvo C30 Electrics to the US, half of which will be on the West Coast and the other half on the East Coast. Volvo targets leasing to corporate and government fleet users at prices around US $ 2,100 per month in the US and EUR1,500 per month in Europe with a three-year lease. Because this price is much higher than other electric cars available on the market in 2011, Volvo explained that their prices reflect the true cost of limited production cars. During 2011, 6 units are registered in France. A total of 126 units have been leased in Sweden until September 2012 since 2011. On July 5, 2013, the C30 is no longer available for ordering from Volvo, nor appears in the queuing model on the Volvo Cars website. The last C30 of the current stock will be registered by the end of 2013, but nothing is produced after July 2013.

The C30 Electric production began in June 2011. The delivery of the first ten C30 Electric was made to energy company GÃÆ'¶teborg Energy with deliveries beginning in the autumn of 2010. Leasing to fleet customers in Sweden, Belgium, Netherlands and Norway began in the third quarter of 2011. As much as 209 units have been leased in Europe until October 2012, Sweden is the top selling market with 149 units shipped from 2011 to March 2013.

Production stops in December 2012 and the C30 range is discontinued in 2013.

Marketing

In the 'DRIVe Around the World' campaign C30 DRIVe, a Facebook game was created to challenge users to virtually drive a Volvo C30 DRIVe to a Facebook friend living as close to 1,333 kilometers as far away from Sweden to Egypt. The challenge starts in 2009-11-16 and ends on 2010-02-05. This game was promoted with an animated trailer, which received 569,000 impressions worldwide in 169 countries. The Volvo fan page (www.facebook.com/volvo) was awarded by Volvo Cars 15,000 EURO in Volvo Fans team's name to the standard Gold wind farm project in Izmir, Turkey.

In the One Tonne Life project, the Lindell family lives in the temporary home of A-hus and drives the Volvo C30 Electric. The project house was designed by architect Gert WingÃÆ'  ¥ rdh.

Volvo C30 is used in The Twilight Saga.

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See also

• Volvo S40
• Volvo V50
• Volvo C70

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References

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External links

• Forum C30 Volvo C30

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