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2008 Volvo C30 MPG & fuel economy

The 2008 Volvo C30 is a compact car offered in 4 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 23 MPG combined (20 city / 28 highway) on premium gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 22 to 23 MPG. Among 34 compact cars rated for 2008, it ranks 24th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.95/gal premium gas, it costs about $2,576 a year to fuel.

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Combined 23 MPG 20 MPG city · 28 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $2,576 15,000 mi/yr · $17.17 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2008 #24 of 34 Compact Cars by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2008 Volvo C30's fuel average is 9.8 km/L (10.2 L/100 km), or 23 MPG combined: 8.5 km/L in the city and 11.9 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City208.511.8
Highway2811.98.4
Combined239.810.2

How it ranks among 2008 Compact Cars

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  1. 1Honda Civic Hybrid42 MPG $1,107
  2. 2Toyota Corolla31 MPG $1,500
  3. 3Hyundai Accent29 MPG $1,603
  4. 4Kia Rio29 MPG $1,603
  5. 5Ford Focus28 MPG $1,661
  6. 24Volvo C3023 MPG $2,576
  7. 34Bentley Azure11 MPG $5,386
2008 C30Other compact carsClass median: $2,242/yr

Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.

C30 MPG across model years

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4 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
FWD · 2.4L 5-cyl · 5-speed manual
C30 FWD		 Gas 20 MPG 28 MPG 23 MPG — $2,576
FWD · 2.4L 5-cyl · 5-speed automatic
C30 FWD		 Gas 20 MPG 28 MPG 23 MPG — $2,576
FWD · 2.5L 5-cyl turbo · 6-speed manual
C30 FWD		 Gas 19 MPG 28 MPG 23 MPG — $2,576
FWD · 2.5L 5-cyl turbo · 5-speed automatic
C30 FWD		 Gas 19 MPG 27 MPG 22 MPG — $2,693

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Premium gasoline
Engine / motor
2.4L 5-cyl
Transmission
5-speed manual
Drivetrain
FWD
Passenger volume
89 cu ft
Cargo volume
15 cu ft
Tailpipe CO₂
386 g/mi

2008 Volvo C30 vs. rivals

vs Saab 9-3 23 MPG · $2,576/yr Same fuel cost vs Acura TSX 23 MPG · $2,576/yr Same fuel cost vs Mercedes-Benz C-Class 21 MPG · $2,821/yr C30 saves $245/yr vs Lexus GS Hybrid 23 MPG · $2,576/yr Same fuel cost vs Audi A4 24 MPG · $2,469/yr A4 saves $107/yr vs Jaguar X-Type 18 MPG · $3,292/yr C30 saves $716/yr vs Audi RS 4 15 MPG · $3,950/yr C30 saves $1,374/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2008 Volvo C30?

Up to 23 MPG combined (20 city / 28 highway); ratings range from 22 to 23 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2008 Volvo C30 use?

Premium gasoline (premium is required or recommended by the manufacturer).

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2008 Volvo C30?

The 2008 Volvo C30's fuel average is 9.8 km/L (10.2 L/100 km), or 23 MPG combined: 8.5 km/L in the city and 11.9 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2008 Volvo C30 per year?

About $2,576 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.95/gal premium gas, or $17.17 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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