Volvo C30 vs. Volkswagen GTI
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Volvo C30 and Volkswagen GTI contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Volvo C30 and the Volkswagen GTI.
In comparing the Volvo C30's and the Volkswagen GTI's specifications and ratings, the Volvo C30 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars and base engine power. The Volkswagen GTI has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the Volvo C30's and the Volkswagen GTI's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Pricing: A used 2013 Volvo C30 ranges from $6,957 to $21,872 while a used 2013 Volkswagen GTI is priced between $7,971 to $16,632.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Volvo C30’s base engine makes 227 horsepower, and the Volkswagen GTI base engine makes 200 horsepower. The C30 is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 461 miles. The GTI is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 450 miles.This gives the Volkswagen GTI the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Volvo C30 the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Volkswagen GTI has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Volvo C30 has the advantage in the area of front leg room. The Volvo C30 and Volkswagen GTI are comparable in regards to front shoulder room.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$25,500
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New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$23,995
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Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$13,768
Price Range:
$6,957 - $21,872
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# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
12
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
109,262
# Good or Great Deals:
3
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$12,055
Price Range:
$7,971 - $16,632
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# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
55
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
110,657
# Good or Great Deals:
20
Volvo C30 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Volkswagen GTI Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Volvo C30
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
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Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Volkswagen GTI
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.1
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.2
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Volvo C30 Rankings
Not yet available
Volkswagen GTI Rankings
Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Volvo C30 Trim Levels
T5, T5 Platinum, T5 Premier, T5 Premier Plus, T5 R-Design, T5 R-Design Platinum, T5 R-Design Premier, T5 R-Design Premier Plus
Volkswagen GTI Trim Levels
Base, Base PZEV, Drivers Edition, Drivers Edition PZEV, Wolfsburg Edition, Wolfsburg Edition PZEV
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
227 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
236 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.071 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
200 hp @ 5100 rpm
Torque:
207 foot-lbs @ 1800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.066 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
5
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 29 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
334 / 461 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 31 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
305 / 450 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Quad Seats:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bench Seats:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Power outlet:
Standard
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bench Seats:
Standard
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
Available
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
51.3 inches
Cargo Space:
12.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
101.9 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.8 inches
Cargo Space:
15.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
108.7 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3200 lbs
Width:
70.2 inches
Height:
57 inches
Length:
167.4 inches
Wheelbase:
103.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3034 lbs
Width:
70 inches
Height:
57.8 inches
Length:
165.9 inches
Wheelbase:
101.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
5 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
205/50R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P225/40R18
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Stone
Blue
Caspian Blue Metallic
Gray
Titanium Gray Metallic
Orange
Orange Flame Metallic
Red
Flamenco Red Metallic
Silver
Electric Silver Metallic
White
Ice White
Exterior Colors
Black
Deep Black Metallic
Blue
Shadow Blue Metallic
Gray
Carbon Steel Gray Metallic / United Gray Metallic
Orange
Not available
Red
Tornado Red
Silver
Not available
White
Candy White
Interior Colors
Beige
Blond
Black
Off Black / Off Black/Blond
Gray
Not available
Interior Colors
Beige
Not available
Black
Not available
Gray
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