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Possible 300-hp AWD C30 from Volvo
Posted: Tue Sep 30, 2008 2:10 pm
by WRXWagon2112
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AutoBlog wrote:Rumors of a new Volvo hot hatch have gotten hot again with talk of a new 300-horsepower C30 for Europe. According to reports, the new model would be powered by the same 2.5-liter inline-five cylinder turbo engine that powers the new Ford Focus RS. One difference between the two cars, which share a similar platform, is that the Swedish beauty would be offered with a Haldex all-wheel drive system in contrast to the Blue Oval's torque-steer inducing front-engine, front-drive layout. Larger 20-inch wheels ought to fill out the arches quite nicely, and a special body kit should bring the whole look closer to the tarmac. To keep demand high, Volvo may limit the new model to 4,500 units worldwide, though we have no idea where it will offer the hatch besides the U.K. Considering that the Swedish automaker has diluted its R-nameplate, we're also not certain what this performance-minded C30 will be called, but we're sure it'll be the most fun we've had in a Volvo for quite a long time.
Volvo C30 R-design:
Daddy like!
--Alan
Re: Possible 300-hp AWD C30 from Volvo
Posted: Tue Sep 30, 2008 2:15 pm
by krazyboi
Yea, these cars are pretty cool and have a unique look to them. From what I heard, I think there's already a chip out there to push it to 300hp
Re: Possible 300-hp AWD C30 from Volvo
Posted: Tue Sep 30, 2008 2:33 pm
by snaab
I have to admit I'm a pretty big fan, the major downfall being that it isn't more powerful. This will keep it in contention
Re: Possible 300-hp AWD C30 from Volvo
Posted: Tue Sep 30, 2008 3:15 pm
by Mr Kleen
I have 2 issues with the C30: price and FWD layout. this would remedy
one of those issues.
Re: Possible 300-hp AWD C30 from Volvo
Posted: Tue Sep 30, 2008 4:28 pm
by snaab
It is pricy, and FWD was a deterring factor. I just want to de-sardine myself from the Miata.
Re: Possible 300-hp AWD C30 from Volvo
Posted: Tue Sep 30, 2008 5:22 pm
by ElZorro
Its cute. But its a Ford.
Re: Possible 300-hp AWD C30 from Volvo
Posted: Tue Sep 30, 2008 6:01 pm
by snaab
ElZorro wrote:Its cute. But its a Ford.
I've had just about enough of seeing FoMoCo parts on Mazdas, myself. It's sickening to see the Ford and Mazda corporate buildings nuzzled next to each other near the highway.
Re: Possible 300-hp AWD C30 from Volvo
Posted: Wed Oct 01, 2008 7:37 am
by sirwilliam
ElZorro wrote:Its cute. But its a Ford.
You said it, brother!
Mini S60R...smaller, lighter but same power and AWD. Still think the S60R looks better but it could be good.
Re: Possible 300-hp AWD C30 from Volvo
Posted: Sun Oct 19, 2008 5:36 pm
by Sabre
I'd take this or the 60R (which I think is damn sexy).
Re: Possible 300-hp AWD C30 from Volvo
Posted: Sun Oct 19, 2008 9:24 pm
by zaxrex
For some reason that pic reminds me of a Holden or something. I would take it as a rental until my AWD gets fixed.