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 without turbocharger. Engine versions compliant with Euro 3 and Euro 4 emission standards available. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 330 000 to 550 000 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 manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Volvo C30 2006 2.4i accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 8.1 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 220 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this Volvo C30 2006 2.4i in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 8.4 litres per 100km (11.9 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 12 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 6.3 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 55 litres or 14.53 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 640 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 860 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, the real everyday fuel consumption of this Volvo is in line with the figure specified by the manufacturer. 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.

Volvo C30 2006 2.4i technical data
Model: | Volvo C30 2.4i | ||
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Body style: | Hatchback | ||
Production period: | 2006. November ... 2009. January | ||
Engine: | 2400 cm3 Petrol, 5 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 200 g/km |
Power: | 170 HP ON 6000 RPM | Torque: | 230 NM ON 4400 RPM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Maximum speed: | 220 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.1 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.4 (combined) 12.0 (urban) 6.3 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 8.4 l/100km (28 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 |
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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 | 9.5 litres (10 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. |
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Engine also used on | Volvo S40 Volvo V50 Volvo C70 |
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All Volvo C30 hatchback [2006 - 2010] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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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) |