Safety & Reliability
The Volvo C30 is an Insurance Institute for Highway Safety Top Safety Pick, which means it scores the agency's highest rating, Good, in front, side and rear crash tests, and in a new roof-strength test that measures rollover protection. Antilock brakes and an electronic stability system are standard. See all the standard safety features here. Its predicted reliability is average.
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Folding down the rear seat backrests
The rear seat backrests are split and can be folded down together
or separately
1. Pull the release control handle(s).
2. Fold the backrest forward. Adjust the center seat head restraint if nece ...
Interior lighting, rear
Rear reading lights
The lights are switched on or off by pressing each respective button.
Courtesy lights/door step lighting*
The courtesy lights/door step lighting switch on/off automatically wh ...
Driving dynamics: engine
The second-generation, 2.4-litre, five-cylinder, diesel D5 is a cleaner and
more advanced version of the engine fitted to the outgoing XC70. It gives superb
performance (130mph) allied to fuel eco ...