Petrol
2012 Volvo C30 FWD
The 2012 Volvo C30 FWD is a sedan. It has a 2.5-litre turbocharged five-cylinder engine, with a 5-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. 0–60 mph takes 7.5 seconds and top speed is 130 mph (209 km/h).
ABOUT THE 2012 VOLVO C30 FWD
Written by CarDetails.org. Last reviewed September 11, 2026.
SPECS
| Make | Volvo | Model | C30 FWD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year | 2012 | Version / Trim | Volvo 2012 C30 FWD |
| Body Style | Sedan | Doors | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | Ext. Colour | Ice White, Crystal White Pearl, Black Sapphire Metallic, Electric Silver Metallic, Savile Grey Metallic, Seashell Metallic, Caspian Blue Metallic, Flamenco Red Metallic, Passion Red |
| Steering | LHD / RHD | Manufactured In | Sweden |
| Drive | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Transmission | Automatic (S5) |
| Engine | 2.5L 5-cyl Turbo | Engine Size | 2,500 cc |
| 0–60 mph (0–97 km/h) | 7.5 sec | Top Speed | 130 mph (209 km/h) |
| Fuel Economy | 21 mpg city / 30 mpg hwy | ||
| Wheelbase | 2,640 mm | Kerb Weight | 1,345 kg (2,965 lb) |
HOW IT COMPARES WITH OTHER 2012 SEDANS
Compared with other 2012 sedans in our database, it reaches 60 mph 0.5 seconds slower than average, and it is 17% lighter than the typical sedan.
| 2012 Volvo C30 FWD | Average 2012 sedans | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–60 mph | 7.5 s | 7.0 s (121 cars) | +8% |
| Top speed | 130 mph | 137 mph (121 cars) | -5% |
| Kerb weight | 1,345 kg | 1,623 kg (138 cars) | -17% |
| Engine size | 2,500 cc | 3,193 cc (135 cars) | -22% |
Averages are calculated from all cars of the same model year and body type in the CarDetails.org database that have the figure listed. For 0–60 mph, a negative difference means quicker.
FEATURES
Air Conditioning
Dual-Zone Climate Control
Heated Front Seats
Ventilated Front Seats
Heated Rear Seats
Leather Seats
Power Front Seats
Memory Seats
Heated Steering Wheel
Navigation System
Head-Up Display
Digital Instrument Cluster
Premium Audio
ABS
Electronic Stability Control
Traction Control
Airbags (Multiple)
Blind Spot Monitor
Lane Departure Warning
Lane Keeping Assist
Adaptive Cruise Control
Reverse Camera
360-Degree Camera
Front Parking Sensors
Rear Parking Sensors
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Sunroof
Alloy Wheels
LED Headlights
Adaptive Headlights
Fog Lights
Keyless Entry
Push-Button Start