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2013 Volvo C30

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2013 C30.

Body PASSENGER CARTransmission Automatic (S5)

The 2013 Volvo C30 is a compact passenger car built on Volvo’s contemporary chassis, powered by a six‑speed automatic (S5) transmission and running on 6.1‑quart oil with 0W‑30/5W‑30 API viscosity, achieving EPA‑rated 21/30/24 mpg city/highway/combined. Its sleek, coupe‑styled body delivers a distinctive blend of Scandinavian design and practical performance, while the model’s most notable specification is its smooth automatic shift that has earned praise for ride quality. In the broader reliability context, the C30’s 2013 iteration sits at the tail end of a relatively low‑complaint era (2007‑2013), with only four owner complaints overall and no recalls, indicating a solid reliability record that underscores Volvo’s reputation for durability in the compact segment.

Model year2013 2012 2011 2010 2009 2008 2007

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Engine oil capacity6.1 qtOEM · verified

Engine oil type0W-30 / 5W-30 APIOEM · verified

Lug nut torque96 ft-lbsOEM · verified

EPA fuel economy21/30/24 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 91 · 590 CCA battery, OE oil filter 8692305. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI 91 · 590 CCAOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter	8692305
Engine air filter	30757155
Fuel filter	31271607
Battery	30772236 alt 30772216
Front wiper blades	32341313
Thermostat	31319608
Cabin air filter	30780377 alt 30780376

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

Transmission

Automatic (S5)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length	167.7 in
Overall width	70.1 in
Overall height	57.1 in
Wheelbase	103.9 in
Curb weight	3212 lb
Track (front / rear)	60.6 / 60.2 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)	62/38

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined	21 / 30 / 24 mpg
Drivetrain	Front-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuel	Regular Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the C30 of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

6.3–7.0 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 6.30 sec — 2008 T5 Version 1.0 3-door Hatchback

Year	Trim / engine	0–60	¼ mile	HP	Drivetrain
2009	T5 R-Design 3-door Hatchback 2.5L Turbo I-5	6.60 sec	15.10 sec	227 hp	FWD
2008	T5 Version 1.0 3-door Hatchback 2.5L Turbo I-5	6.30 sec	14.80 sec	227 hp	FWD
2008	T5 Version 2.0 3-door Hatchback 2.5L Turbo I-5	6.30 sec	14.80 sec	227 hp	FWD
2008	T5 Version 1.0 3-door Hatchback 2.5L Turbo I-5	6.70 sec	15.30 sec	227 hp	FWD
2008	T5 Version 2.0 3-door Hatchback 2.5L Turbo I-5	7.00 sec	15.40 sec	227 hp	FWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine holds 6.1 qt of 0W-30 / 5W-30 API engine oil, DOT 4 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 96 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-2-4-5-3. Note the cylinder-head bolts finish on a torque angle (torque-to-yield) — they stretch permanently and should be replaced, not reused, during any head service.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission Fluid	ATF
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity	8.2
Brake Fluid	DOT 4
Engine Oil	0W-30 · API · 5W-30
Engine Oil Capacity	6.1 qt
Manual Transmission Fluid	Volvo part number 31280771
Manual Transmission Fluid Capacity	4.0-4.4

Engine torques

Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts	133 ft-lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts	17.7 ft-lbs
Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/Studs	84 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts	96 ft-lbs
Front Wheel Hub	26 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order	1-2-4-5-3
Curb Idle Speed (No Load)	720 rpm

Battery & A/C

Refrigerant	R134a
Refrigerant Capacity	1.20-1.30 lbs
Oil Type	Volvo part number 87085817 or equivalent
Oil Capacity	6.00-6.10 oz
Standard BCI Group Number	91
Standard BCI Cranking Performance	590 cca
Optional BCI Group Number	94R
Optional BCI Cranking Performance	700 cca

Service checks

Pressure Test	22 psi
Radiator Cap Pressure Relief	22 psi
Thermostat Opening Temperature	194 °F
Injector Primary Resistance	12 ohms

Brakes

Torque Caliper to Bracket	22 ft-lbs / 26 ft-lbs
Torque to Knuckle	89 ft-lbs / 52 ft-lbs
Minimum Pad Thickness	Front: 0.079; Rear: 0.079 in
Rotor Max Parallel Variation	0.0003 in
Rotor Runout Limit	0.003 in
Rotor Nominal Thickness From	0.984 in / 0.433 in
Rotor Nominal Thickness To	0.984 in / 0.433 in
Rotor Minimum Machining	0.937 in / 0.385 in

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages

11 ft. lbs., Step 2: 18 ft. lbs., Step 3: 100

11 ft. lbs

Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 3 stages

1	15 ft. lbs.	15 ft. lbs
2	44 ft. lbs.	44 ft. lbs
3	130 degrees.	130 degrees

Engine Flywheel Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages

33 ft. lbs., Step 2: 50

33 ft. lbs

Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages

11 ft. lbs., step 2: tighten an additional 30

11 ft. lbs

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 10,000 mi; spark plugs every 70,000 mi.

Every 10,000 mi	Brake Hydraulic Booster (inspect fluid level) · Brake Rotor (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Clutch Master Cylinder (inspect fluid level) · Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace)
Every 20,000 mi	Cabin Air Filter (replace) · Engine Assembly (leak inspection) · Engine Coolant System (add fluid conditioner) · Parking Brake System (inspect) · Transmission Assembly (leak inspection)
Every 40,000 mi	Brake Hydraulic System (drain, refill & bleed) · Brake Line (inspect) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace) · Engine Air Filter Housing (clean) · Fuel Filter (inspect) · Fuel Line (inspect)
At 60,000 mi	CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Exhaust System (Complete) (inspect) · Suspension System (inspect)
Every 70,000 mi	Spark Plugs (replace)
At 120,000 mi	Timing Belt (replace)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 2013 model year marks the terminus of the C30's federal record with only 4 complaints and zero recalls, representing a steep decline from the 2011 high of 14 complaints and a further reduction from 2012's 10 complaints. While 2007-2010 saw consistent recall activity at 2 campaigns annually alongside moderate complaint volumes, the 2012-2013 period demonstrates a maturation trend with recalls eliminated and complaint frequency reaching second-lowest levels behind only the 2007 launch year. The 2013 dataset records zero crash or fire incidents, with limited issues comprising two visibility/wiper complaints and single entries for structure and engine, though the data does not specify underlying causes for these isolated reports. As the final production year combining minimal owner complaints, absent safety recalls, and no fire or crash-related grievances, the 2013 C30 stands as the most favorable vintage to acquire within this generation.

Open recalls

NHTSA campaigns

185

Service bulletins

Manufacturer communications

ODI investigations

Office of Defects Investigation

Owner complaints

0 involved a crash · 0 a fire

Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

’07 ’08 ’09 ’10 ’11 ’12’13

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 4 complaints on record, top 3 components.

Visibility/Wiper2

Structure1

Engine1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

No recall campaigns on record with NHTSA for this vehicle as of the last data refresh.

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 185 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

Bulletin	Date	Component	Summary
37809.1.1	2026-04-07	Unknown Or Other	This is a TJ text only - The purpose of this TJ is to be a master reference list to…
19245	2025-12-06	Unknown Or Other	This is a Technical Journal. Vehicle type and platform identification.
8501	2025-04-10	Exterior Lighting	This is a Technical Journal: Remote connection, BOMGAR application. Before joining a…
S10303	2025-02-21	Unknown Or Other	Volvo Cars USA LLC and Volvo Car Canada LTD on behalf of the Volvo Car Corporation has…
S10303	2025-02-13	Unknown Or Other	Volvo Cars USA LLC and Volvo Car Canada LTD on behalf of the Volvo Car Corporation has…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420

Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1

P0300

Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected

P0171

System too lean — Bank 1

P0455

Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak

P0128

Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature

P0442

Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

VIN tools

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Recalls

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Vehicles with shared specs

Find every vehicle that shares this one's battery, bulbs, oil capacity, platform or parts.

Group 91 battery Vehicles taking 6.1 qt Engine oil filter 8692305 Engine air filter 30757155 Fuel filter 31271607 Battery 30772236

Reference guides

Cross-vehicle references for the kinds of data on this page.

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Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2013 C30 take?

6.1 qt of BELOW 104 degrees F,: 0W-30 API, 22 degrees F TO 104 degrees F: 5W-30 API MEETING ACEA A5/B5, per the factory manual.

Does the 2013 C30 have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 0 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the C30 get?

EPA figures are 21 city / 30 highway / 24 combined mpg.