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Apr 13th, 2022, 20:04 | #1 |
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What to look for in a Volvo C30
I have a rather substantial XC90 which I intend to keep. I am however thinking that I would like a second safe frugal, and above all interesting second car that economical, a bit of fun and possible interesting in the future.
The C30 seems to fit the bill really well however there is so little written about them…. The search engine here also does not return a great deal. I generally walk less than 1 mile, cycle less than 10 and then use the car, accordingly a diesel seems the way forward. The drive e and 1.6D2 seem to fit the bill well as they are ‘0’ to tax and do 75on the combined cycle. Fuel efficiency is the driver here… However, it appears to be a Ford unit and reliability seems slightly patchy (I will service and maintain it on the button etc). Accordingly the 2.0D in Manual spec may be a better idea, £30 a year to tax and near 60MPG seem possible with the manual (I like the geartronic but seems to suffer with fuel, not sure it would suite the car either). 2.0D I understand is a Volvo 5 pot unit and the R-Design seems a good spec to have. I would be really grateful for any advice and information that anyone has. Incidentally I am 6foot 2 and heavy (not fat), I assume there would be no issue?? Thanks all! |
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