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Limited Edition Volvo C30 R-Design

Limited Edition Volvo C30 R-Design

Ralph Hanson February 4th, 2008 Ralph Hanson By Ralph Hanson Author February 4th, 2008
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December 31st, 1969 Volvo has released an updated version of its R-Design performance accessories line for the C30 hatch range, which will only be offered to a maximum of 400 customers. Like all R-Design packs, the latest kit doesn’t offer any performance upgrades, which means top end models still get a 227hp turbocharged T5 five-cylinder engine and five-speed Geartronic transmission. Premium touches include a matte-silver finish for the outside mirror housings, front grille surround and the Volvo logo across the front, as well as a sports bodykit, tailgate spoiler, large diameter exhaust tips and 18in Atreus wheels. Stepping inside the cabin, occupants are treated with cream-colored leather seats highlighted with embossed R-Design logos, blue-face instrument panels, aluminium trim and a special leather-wrapped steering with aluminium inlays displaying the R-Design logo. Additional features include sports pedals, a sports shifter, and floor mats. Optional extras include a DVD-based navigation system with real time traffic, power driver's seat, glass moonroof, bi-xenon headlights and a Dynaudio premium sound system.
Limited Edition Volvo C30 R-Design

Limited Edition Volvo C30 R-Design

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Volvo has released an updated version of its R-Design performance accessories line for the C30 hatch range, which will only be offered to a maximum of 400 customers. Like all R-Design packs, the latest kit doesn’t offer any performance upgrades, which means top end models still get a 227hp turbocharged T5 five-cylinder engine and five-speed Geartronic transmission.

Premium touches include a matte-silver finish for the outside mirror housings, front grille surround and the Volvo logo across the front, as well as a sports bodykit, tailgate spoiler, large diameter exhaust tips and 18in Atreus wheels.

Stepping inside the cabin, occupants are treated with cream-colored leather seats highlighted with embossed R-Design logos, blue-face instrument panels, aluminium trim and a special leather-wrapped steering with aluminium inlays displaying the R-Design logo. Additional features include sports pedals, a sports shifter, and floor mats. Optional extras include a DVD-based navigation system with real time traffic, power driver's seat, glass moonroof, bi-xenon headlights and a Dynaudio premium sound system.

Tags: Hatchbacks

Posted in: 2008, Volvo, News, C30


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  1. By HECTOR #1, Posted: 2/4/2008

    Gut check:

    Volvo C30 = good / right
    BMW 1 series = bad / wrong

    And I'm not alone feeling this way.

  2. By Johnny #2, Posted: 2/4/2008

    Is that supposed to be good looking?

  3. By bambam #3, Posted: 2/5/2008

    one of the best looking in its class, I agree hector.

  4. By James #4, Posted: 2/5/2008

    I like it as well. Like it a lot!

  5. By Onur #5, Posted: 2/8/2008

    If we are talking about sportiveness by look, yes, this car has very sportive lines however this car should have had much better HP producing engines at 1600-1800-2000cc levels.
    T5 and D5 might seem satisfactory for most but Volvo needs revolution in medium size engines

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