2012 · Compact Car · Gas
2012 Volvo C30 MPG & fuel economy
The 2012 Volvo C30 is a compact car offered in 2 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 24 MPG combined (21 city / 29 highway) on regular gasoline. Efficiency is unchanged from the 2011 model. Among 46 compact cars rated for 2012, it ranks 31st for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $1,938 a year to fuel.
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Fuel average
The 2012 Volvo C30's fuel average is 10.2 km/L (9.8 L/100 km), or 24 MPG combined: 8.9 km/L in the city and 12.3 km/L on the highway.
| MPG | km/L | L/100 km | |
|---|---|---|---|
| City | 21 | 8.9 | 11.2 |
| Highway | 29 | 12.3 | 8.1 |
| Combined | 24 | 10.2 | 9.8 |
How it ranks among 2012 Compact Cars
Full class ranking →Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.
C30 MPG across model years
Full history →2 EPA-rated configurations
| Configuration | Type | City | Hwy | Combined | Range | Your cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FWD · 2.5L 5-cyl turbo · 6-speed manual C30 FWD |
Gas | 21 MPG | 29 MPG | 24 MPG | — | $1,938 |
| FWD · 2.5L 5-cyl turbo · 5-speed automatic C30 FWD |
Gas | 21 MPG | 30 MPG | 24 MPG | — | $1,938 |
Specs (most efficient configuration)
- Fuel
- Regular gasoline
- Engine / motor
- 2.5L 5-cyl turbo
- Transmission
- 6-speed manual
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Passenger volume
- 89 cu ft
- Cargo volume
- 15 cu ft
- Tailpipe CO₂
- 370 g/mi
2012 Volvo C30 vs. rivals
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Frequently asked questions
What is the gas mileage of the 2012 Volvo C30?
Up to 24 MPG combined (21 city / 29 highway).
What fuel does the 2012 Volvo C30 use?
Regular gasoline.
What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2012 Volvo C30?
The 2012 Volvo C30's fuel average is 10.2 km/L (9.8 L/100 km), or 24 MPG combined: 8.9 km/L in the city and 12.3 km/L on the highway.
How much does it cost to fuel the 2012 Volvo C30 per year?
About $1,938 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $12.92 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.