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Torque is impressive, and the mill shines in the middle of its power band.
the C30's automatic spoils the fun more than most
Though the Volvo doesn't blow you away with its power--an enthusiast's car it is not--it does feel confident during freeway passing maneuvers and...back-road blasts
the C30’s manual, with its rubbery shifter and feedback-free clutch, doesn’t add any driver involvement
Leaving the Geartronic in Drive does result in some hesitation on full-throttle downshifts, but engaging its manual mode resolves the issue nicely
PERFORMANCE | 7 out of 10
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Torque is impressive, and the mill shines in the middle of its power band.
Edmunds
the C30's automatic spoils the fun more than most
Cars.com
Though the Volvo doesn't blow you away with its power--an enthusiast's car it is not--it does feel confident during freeway passing maneuvers and...back-road blasts
CNET
the C30’s manual, with its rubbery shifter and feedback-free clutch, doesn’t add any driver involvement
Car and Driver
Leaving the Geartronic in Drive does result in some hesitation on full-throttle downshifts, but engaging its manual mode resolves the issue nicely
Kelley Blue Book
Because the C30 sends a lot of power to the front wheels, it can scramble side to side a but when accelerating hard on bumpy surfaces at low speed, but overall the C30 handles in a solid and secure way. The C30's long wheelbase lends a stable feel, and relaxed highway cruising, and the steering has a longer ratio compared to other hot hatches—meaning it's less twitchy. At the same time, even with the R-Design package, which adds a stiffer suspension and slightly quicker steering, the feeling of heft, the less sensitive steering, its noticeably nose-heavy layout, and a rather firm suspension conspire to make the C30 feel a little less nimble than other cars its side—even if it delivers when you push it into action.
Conclusion
The 2011 Volvo C30 doesn't have the edgy feel of a sports car, but most will like its smooth power delivery and docile handling.
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