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'Good,' frontal impact; 'good,' side impact; 'good,' rear impact; 'good,' roof strength; Top Safety Pick
Not yet tested
I didn't find any objectionable blind spots, though the side mirrors could be a bit larger.
SAFETY | 9 out of 10
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'Good,' frontal impact; 'good,' side impact; 'good,' rear impact; 'good,' roof strength; Top Safety Pick
IIHS
Not yet tested
NHTSA
I didn't find any objectionable blind spots, though the side mirrors could be a bit larger.
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The C30 includes Volvo's IDIS (Intelligent Driver Information System), which delays certain functions, such as a phone call when the driver is engaged in a more complicated maneuver (heavy braking, turning, and so on). A rear obstacle detection system is also available as an option. Other options not otherwise available in this class are a blind-spot alert system (Volvo's BLIS) and a lane-departure warning system.
Although the federal government hasn't crash-tested the C30, its safety looks to be one of the best, among small hatchbacks. It's an Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) Top Safety Pick, earning a top 'good' rating in every test category, including the new roof strength test.
Conclusion
The 2011 Volvo C30 offers top-notch occupant protection, plus several features you won't find in any other hot hatches.
