Volvo C30 Model Years and History

For 2013, the Volvo C30 remains unchanged.

For 2012, the Volvo C30 sees some of its trim and options packages revised, with the introduction of Premier Plus and Platinum trims available for both T5 and R-Design models.

For 2011, the Volvo C30 sees updated interior and exterior styling. The entire front clip is new, including the soft nose, front fenders, grille, headlights and front spoiler, helping to differentiate the car from Volvo's other models. The grille itself is larger, as is the trademark Volvo emblem, and it uses a new pattern specific to the C30 line. Out back, several black plastic panels have been replaced with body colored pieces and some of the body contours have been exaggerated. The T5 R-design returns for 2011, featuring a new body kit and retuned suspension and steering systems aimed at making the car better balanced and much more responsive than past models.

Following its 2008 U.S. introduction, the 2010 Volvo C30 carries over from 2009 with no notable changes. The base version is still the T5, while the step-up trim in known as the R-Design. The Custom Build option from 2009, however, is no longer available.

Following its 2008 introduction, the 2009 Volvo C30 carries over with a few changes, mostly in the repackaging of trim levels. The base Version 1.0 model is now the T5, while the previous Version 2.0 is now called the T5 R-Design. A Preferred Package with premium Dynaudio sound, power driver's seat, fog lights and more joins the options list.

The 2008 Volvo C30 is an all-new sporty two-door hatchback model. It's closely related mechanically to the S40 sedan and V50 wagon, but is much smaller, and therefore it promises to be considerably perkier to drive.