Volvo C30 2006 2.4i

Volvo C30 2006 2.4 petrol description

Hatchback Volvo C30 2006 2.4i has been produced from November, 2006 to January, 2009. It has five-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.4 litres, which produces power of 170 horsepower on 6000 rpm and torque 230 Nm (Newton metres) on 4400 revolutions per minute.

This 5-cylinder 20-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). Engine versions compliant with Euro 3 and Euro 4 emission standards available. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 330 up to 550 thousand kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
More engine specs 
This Volvo C30 2.4 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 5.8 litres.

Volvo C30 2006 2.4i has front wheel drive (FWD) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
Volvo C30 2006 2.4i accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 8.8 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 215 km/h.

Volvo C30 2006 2.4i fuel consumption is 9 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (11.1 km/l), city fuel economy - 13.1 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 6.6 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 55 litres or 14.53 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 600 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 820 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, the real everyday fuel consumption of this Volvo is in line with, and sometimes even lower than, the manufacturer's stated combined consumption. More - Real Volvo C30 fuel consumption.

Volvo C30 safety

During safety testing Volvo C30 has obtained 5 stars from five, which means very high safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Volvo C30 is evaluated with five stars, children safety - with four stars, and for pedestrian protection Volvo C30 got one star.

With the same engine there is also Volvo C30 version with manual gearbox (Volvo C30 2006 2.4i MT) available, which is more dynamic - it reaches 100 km/h 0.7 seconds faster (in 8.1 seconds), moreover, it is more economic with manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 0.6 litres per 100 km or 7 % - 8.4 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is lower by 0.3 litres per 100 km or 3 % - 8.4 litres per 100 km.
Volvo C30 2.4 service information and maintenance intervals Oil change intervals, capacities and specifications, service information for filters, spark plugs, belts etc.
Volvo C30 2006

Volvo C30 2006 2.4i technical data

Model: Volvo C30 2.4i
Body style: Hatchback
Production period: 2006. November ... 2009. January 
Engine: 2400 cm3 Petrol, 5 cylinders CO2 emissions: 214 g/km
Power: 170 HP ON 6000 RPM Torque: 230 NM ON 4400 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)
Top speed: 215 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 8.8 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 9.0 (combined) 13.1 (urban) 6.6 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 9.6 l/100km (24.5 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 55 litres (14.5 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.25m (length) 1.78m (width) 1.45m (height)
Turning diameter: 10.6 meters
Seats: 4 seats
Trunk capacity: 251 litres
Gross weight: 1840 kg

Volvo C30 2006 2.4i engine B5244S4

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 330,000 to 550,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.
The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
Engine displacement 2435 cm3
Number of cylinders 5
Bore (cylinder diameter) 83 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 90 mm
Compression ratio 10.3 : 1
Camshaft drive Timing belt

Timing belt engines are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain engines, but belt usually needs to be replaced more often and the risk of breakage is higher.

More service info
Fuel system Injection
Volvo C30 2006 2.4i oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 5.8 litres (6.1 quarts) More service info
Coolant capacity 10 litres (10.6 quarts)
Power 170 HP ON 6000 RPM
Torque 230 NM ON 4400 RPM
Start of production (year) 2004
Duration of production 6 years

Often in the first years of production, engines tend to have various constructive problems, so it is recommended to choose a car with this engine from 2007 onwards.

Engine also used on Volvo S40 Volvo V50 Volvo C70

All Volvo C30 hatchback [2006 - 2010] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox
Volvo C30 2006 1.6 Nov 2006 — Jan 2009

Most fuel efficient petrol version

1.6 Petrol 100 HP 7.0 l/100km Manual (5)
Volvo C30 2006 1.6D Nov 2006 — Jan 2009

Most fuel efficient diesel version

1.6 Diesel 109 HP 4.9 l/100km Manual (5)
Volvo C30 2006 1.8 Nov 2006 — Jan 2009 1.8 Petrol 125 HP 7.3 l/100km Manual (5)
Volvo C30 2006 2.0 Nov 2006 — Jan 2009 2.0 Petrol 145 HP 7.3 l/100km Manual (5)
Volvo C30 2006 2.0D Nov 2006 — Jan 2009 2.0 Diesel 136 HP 5.7 l/100km Manual (6)
Volvo C30 2006 2.4i Nov 2006 — Jan 2009 2.4 Petrol 170 HP 8.4 l/100km Manual (5)
Volvo C30 2006 2.4i Nov 2006 — Jan 2009 2.4 Petrol 170 HP 9.0 l/100km Automatic (5)
Volvo C30 2006 2.4 D5 2.4 Diesel 163 HP 6.9 l/100km Automatic (5)
Volvo C30 2006 2.4 D5 Nov 2006 — Jan 2009

Most powerfull diesel version (180 HP)

2.4 Diesel 180 HP 6.9 l/100km Automatic (5)
Volvo C30 2006 2.5 T5 Nov 2006 — Mai 2007

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.7 seconds

2.5 Petrol 220 HP 8.7 l/100km Manual (6)
Volvo C30 2006 2.5 T5 Nov 2006 — Mai 2007 2.5 Petrol 220 HP 9.4 l/100km Automatic (5)
Volvo C30 2007 2.5 T5 Mai 2007 — Jan 2009

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.7 seconds

2.5 Petrol 230 HP 8.7 l/100km Manual (6)
Volvo C30 2007 2.5 T5 Mai 2007 — Jan 2009

Most powerfull petrol version (230 HP)

2.5 Petrol 230 HP 9.4 l/100km Automatic (5)
Volvo C30 2006 reviews
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