Volkswagen Beetle vs Volvo C30
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2013 Volvo C30
Overview
| Spec | Volkswagen Beetle2.0T S | Volvo C30T5 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 2.0T S | T5 |
| Body style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2019 | 2013 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Volkswagen Beetle2.0T S | Volvo C30T5 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $20,895 (best) | $25,500 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Volkswagen Beetle2.0T S | Volvo C30T5 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 29 MPG (best) | 24 MPG |
| City MPG | 26 MPG (best) | 21 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 33 MPG (best) | 29 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 14.5 gal | 15.9 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Volkswagen Beetle2.0T S | Volvo C30T5 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 174 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 | Volkswagen Beetle2.0T S | Volvo C30T5 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Doors | 3 | 3 |
| Cargo volume | 29.9 cu ft (best) | 20.2 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | — | 2,000 lbs (best) |
| Payload | 705 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 3,045 lbs (best) | 3,200 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 5.7 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 100.1 in | 103.9 in (best) |
| Length | 168.8 in (best) | 167.4 in |
| Width | 71.9 in (best) | 70.2 in |
| Height | 58.6 in (best) | 57 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Volkswagen Beetle2.0T S | Volvo C30T5 |
|---|---|---|
| Frontal crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
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 | Volkswagen Beetle | Volvo C30 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2.0T S $20,895 MSRP(Currently comparing) | T5 $25,500 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | 2.0T S $25,995 MSRP | T5 R-Design $27,850 MSRP |
| 3 | 2.0T Final Edition SE $23,045 MSRP | — |
| 4 | 2.0T Final Edition SE $27,295 MSRP | — |
| 5 | 2.0T SE $24,395 MSRP | — |
| 6 | 2.0T SE $28,395 MSRP | — |
| 7 | 2.0T Final Edition SEL $25,995 MSRP | — |
| 8 | 2.0T Final Edition SEL $29,995 MSRP | — |