Volvo C30 MPG by Year & Engine (EPA)
EPA fuel-economy ratings for every rated Volvo C30 model year from 2008 to 2013 — each engine and transmission with its official city, highway and combined figures. Over these years the C30 has been offered with 2.5L 5-cyl, 2.4L 5-cyl engines; the most efficient version is the 2013 (up to 24 MPG combined). Data: U.S. Department of Energy & EPA, fueleconomy.gov; prices are live medians from VehiSales listings.
Volvo C30 fuel economy by year
| Year | Combined | Engines | Median used price | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 24 MPG | 2.5L 5-cyl | — | — |
| 2012 | 24 MPG | 2.5L 5-cyl | — | — |
| 2011 | 24 MPG | 2.5L 5-cyl | — | — |
| 2010 | 24 MPG | 2.4L 5-cyl, 2.5L 5-cyl | — | — |
| 2009 | 23 MPG | 2.5L 5-cyl, 2.4L 5-cyl | — | — |
| 2008 | 22–23 MPG | 2.5L 5-cyl, 2.4L 5-cyl | — | — |
2013 Volvo C30: engines & MPG
The 2013 C30 was EPA-rated in 2 versions (2.5L 5-cyl), with combined economy of 24 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C30 FWD | 2.5L 5-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Regular | 21 | 29 | 24 MPG |
| C30 FWD | 2.5L 5-cyl | Automatic (S5) | Regular | 21 | 30 | 24 MPG |
2012 Volvo C30: engines & MPG
The 2012 C30 was EPA-rated in 2 versions (2.5L 5-cyl), with combined economy of 24 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C30 FWD | 2.5L 5-cyl | Automatic (S5) | Regular | 21 | 30 | 24 MPG |
| C30 FWD | 2.5L 5-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Regular | 21 | 29 | 24 MPG |
2011 Volvo C30: engines & MPG
The 2011 C30 was EPA-rated in 2 versions (2.5L 5-cyl), with combined economy of 24 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C30 FWD | 2.5L 5-cyl | Automatic (S5) | Regular | 21 | 30 | 24 MPG |
| C30 FWD | 2.5L 5-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Regular | 21 | 29 | 24 MPG |
2010 Volvo C30: engines & MPG
The 2010 C30 was EPA-rated in 4 versions (2.4L 5-cyl, 2.5L 5-cyl), with combined economy of 24 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C30 FWD | 2.4L 5-cyl | Automatic (S5) | Regular | 20 | 31 | 24 MPG |
| C30 FWD | 2.4L 5-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 21 | 29 | 24 MPG |
| C30 FWD | 2.5L 5-cyl | Automatic (S5) | Regular | 21 | 30 | 24 MPG |
| C30 FWD | 2.5L 5-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Regular | 21 | 29 | 24 MPG |
2009 Volvo C30: engines & MPG
The 2009 C30 was EPA-rated in 4 versions (2.5L 5-cyl, 2.4L 5-cyl), with combined economy of 23 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C30 FWD | 2.5L 5-cyl | Automatic (S5) | Regular | 19 | 28 | 23 MPG |
| C30 FWD | 2.4L 5-cyl | Automatic (S5) | Regular | 20 | 28 | 23 MPG |
| C30 FWD | 2.4L 5-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 20 | 28 | 23 MPG |
| C30 FWD | 2.5L 5-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Regular | 19 | 28 | 23 MPG |
2008 Volvo C30: engines & MPG
The 2008 C30 was EPA-rated in 4 versions (2.5L 5-cyl, 2.4L 5-cyl), with combined economy from 22 to 23 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C30 FWD | 2.5L 5-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Premium | 19 | 28 | 23 MPG |
| C30 FWD | 2.4L 5-cyl | Automatic (S5) | Premium | 20 | 28 | 23 MPG |
| C30 FWD | 2.4L 5-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Premium | 20 | 28 | 23 MPG |
| C30 FWD | 2.5L 5-cyl | Automatic (S5) | Premium | 19 | 27 | 22 MPG |
Frequently asked questions
What MPG does a Volvo C30 get?
Depending on year and engine, EPA combined ratings for the C30 range from 23 to 24 MPG. The most efficient rated version is the 2013 model year.
What engines does the 2013 Volvo C30 have?
The 2013 C30 was EPA-rated with 2.5L 5-cyl engines — see the 2013 table above for each version's exact city/highway figures.
Does the Volvo C30 require premium gas?
Some versions do: EPA lists regular gasoline and premium gasoline depending on year and engine — check your year's table above.
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