With both internal and external enhancements the 2009 Volvo C30 R-Design is more sport and performance oriented variant. With various opportunities to personalize and accessorize; Customers can find Volvo's R-Design packages available with C30, S40 and V50 models. The base model Volvo C30 hatchback starts at $23,800 while the R-Design is available for $25,025.



Performance and Mechanics:

? Engine: 2.5 liter, 5 cylinder T5 turbocharged engine

? 227 horsepower and 236 lb-ft of torque from 1,800 to 5,000 rpm.

? 0 to 60 mph sprint in 6.4 seconds and a top speed of 149 mph.

Volvo C30 is available with six-speed manual transmission. The gearbox does the job of holding gear to an elevated rev to get maximum thrust, when in fully automatic mode. Manual mode is accessed by sliding the shifting stem to the left, at which point a push up or down changes the gears. In addition, second and third gear can be held during deceleration all the way down to only 1 or 2 mph. For drivers who like to slow down to a crawl over speed bumps or conserving gas mileage, this is available. A complete stop automatically puts the car back in 1st.

The split leather with flex-tech upholstery or all leather sports seat, sport petals and a fair number of R-Design logos on the seat backs and steering wheel are the most apparent differences the Customers will find with Interior. To give car a distinctive look without being overdone, The exterior comes equipped with a roof spoiler, an aggressive front grill with R-Design badging, larger exhaust tips, matte silver finish mirrors and 18 x 7.5 alloy wheels.

Safety features: Dynamic Stability Traction Control to maintain safe driving, a Tire Pressure Monitoring System for proper inflation, Intelligent Driver Information System to keep you well informed as well as an Anti-Lock Braking System, Electronic Brake Assistance and Emergency Brake Assistance, Airbags are provided around the cabin and a special Whiplash Protection System moves the headrest forward during collision to mitigate against the possibility of your neck snapping back.

These are some details that I have gathered in a remarkably well-conceived, designed and constructed hatchback.