MINI Cooper vs Volvo C30
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2013 Volvo C30
Overview
| Spec | MINI CooperOxford Edition | Volvo C30T5 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Oxford Edition | T5 |
| Body style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 6-speed manual |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2026 | 2013 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | MINI CooperOxford Edition | Volvo C30T5 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $25,500 | $25,500 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | MINI CooperOxford Edition | Volvo C30T5 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 32 MPG (best) | 24 MPG |
| City MPG | 27 MPG (best) | 21 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 39 MPG (best) | 29 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 11.6 gal | 15.9 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | MINI CooperOxford Edition | Volvo C30T5 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 161 hp | 227 hp (best) |
| Torque | 184 lb-ft | 236 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 2 L | 2.5 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | I5 |
Size & capability
| Spec | MINI CooperOxford Edition | Volvo C30T5 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Doors | 2 | 3 (best) |
| Cargo volume | 34.4 cu ft (best) | 20.2 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | — | 2,000 lbs (best) |
| Payload | 785 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 3,014 lbs (best) | 3,200 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 5.1 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 98.2 in | 103.9 in (best) |
| Length | 152.6 in | 167.4 in (best) |
| Width | 68.7 in | 70.2 in (best) |
| Height | 56.4 in | 57 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | MINI CooperOxford Edition | Volvo C30T5 |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 1 | None reported (best) |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | MINI Cooper | Volvo C30 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Oxford Edition $25,500 MSRP(Currently comparing) | T5 $25,500 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Oxford Edition $26,500 MSRP | T5 R-Design $27,850 MSRP |
| 3 | Signature $29,500 MSRP | — |
| 4 | Signature $30,500 MSRP | — |
| 5 | Signature $34,600 MSRP | — |
| 6 | Signature Plus $31,900 MSRP | — |
| 7 | Signature Plus $32,900 MSRP | — |
| 8 | Signature Plus $37,000 MSRP | — |
| 9 | S Signature $32,800 MSRP | — |
| 10 | S Signature $33,800 MSRP | — |
| 11 | S Signature $37,900 MSRP | — |
| 12 | Iconic $33,600 MSRP | — |
| 13 | Iconic $34,600 MSRP | — |
| 14 | Iconic $38,700 MSRP | — |
| 15 | S Signature Plus $35,200 MSRP | — |
| 16 | S Signature Plus $36,200 MSRP | — |
| 17 | S Signature Plus $40,300 MSRP | — |
| 18 | S Iconic $36,900 MSRP | — |
| 19 | S Iconic $37,900 MSRP | — |
| 20 | S Iconic $42,000 MSRP | — |
| 21 | JCW Signature $38,900 MSRP | — |
| 22 | JCW Signature $44,600 MSRP | — |
| 23 | JCW Signature Plus $41,300 MSRP | — |
| 24 | JCW Signature Plus $47,000 MSRP | — |
| 25 | JCW Iconic $43,300 MSRP | — |
| 26 | JCW Iconic $49,000 MSRP | — |
MINI Cooper vs Volvo C30 FAQ
- Which is better: 2026 MINI Cooper or 2013 Volvo C30?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 MINI Cooper vs 2013 Volvo C30 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2026 MINI Cooper or 2013 Volvo C30?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 MINI Cooper starts lower at $25,500.
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 MINI Cooper or 2013 Volvo C30?
- The 2026 MINI Cooper leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (32).
- Which has better horsepower: 2026 MINI Cooper or 2013 Volvo C30?
- The 2026 MINI Cooper leads on horsepower in this comparison (228).
- Which has better seats: 2026 MINI Cooper or 2013 Volvo C30?
- The 2026 MINI Cooper leads on seats in this comparison (5).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 MINI Cooper or 2013 Volvo C30?
- The 2013 Volvo C30 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (2,000).