Volvo C30
The little Volvo C30 is armed with a 2.5L 5-cylinder turbocharged engine that produces 227 horsepower and a torque of 236 lbs.-ft., which can be paired with your choice of a 6-speed manual or 5-speed automatic transmission. There are new body paint colours for 2013, while the headlight wipers and rain-sensing windshield wipers now come factory standard. The C30 is inspired by the Volvo P1800, produced by the Swedish manufacturer from 1961 to 1973. Volvo already announced that there will be no 2014 C30.
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Pre-owned vehicles
5 Used Vehicles With Surprisingly High Towing Capacity
5 Used Vehicles With Surprisingly High Towing CapacityDreaming of the next RV camping season? Are you a contractor and need to haul heavy loads? Then towing capacity should be important as you're shopping for your next vehicle. Here are five used models - for all tastes and budgets - that stand out in this regard. Jeep Cherokee …
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The Un-Hot-Hatch Comparo: Volvo C30 vs. Volkwagen Rabbit vs. Mini Cooper
The Un-Hot-Hatch Comparo: Volvo C30 vs. Volkwagen Rabbit vs. Mini CooperSelect third. Trail brake ever so slightly into the turn in. Momentarily dial in some opposite lock and enjoy the rotation through the apex before introducing the throttle pedal’s backside to the floormat to exit cleanly, taking just a short glance in the rearview mirror to appreciate the glorious streaks …
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Volvo's C30 Gets a Facelift
Volvo's C30 Gets a FaceliftVolvo’s tiny, uniquely styled hatchback has been on the market only a few short years, but Volvo has already seen fit to give the quality-packed hatchback a pretty serious facelift in order to keep their entry level model in line with the brand’s new styling. Out front, a new grille …
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