Comments on: Volvo C30 2.4i coming to Malaysia!

By: dr_blur

dr_blur — Tue, 24 Jun 2008 11:09:11 +0000

not everyone knows how to appreciate Volvo.
u can say that the look is not as killing as a beemer or merc.
but performance and handling is as good if not better.
what more if you talk about safety… arguably the best for
family saloon.

By: Hikaru

Hikaru — Tue, 24 Jun 2008 10:13:52 +0000

The choice is simple.

S40 – RM170k plus (minus 10k discount), bigger saloon

C30 – RM215k plus, smaller hatch.

given that they are both good, the Huge difference in price will mean that the C30 is only reserved for the rich and volvo faithful. My choice would be S40 any day.
Given RM215k to spare and a need for some Hatch adrenalin shot, I’ll go for a BM 130i.

By: mukhri88

mukhri88 — Mon, 23 Jun 2008 04:05:06 +0000

A turbo diesel version will serve a purpose here… a 2.4, dono lah, doesn’t seem to work for me. This is easy on the eyes though…. and impeccable safety features.

Many choices in this price range too, what’s the real world price on this thing, anyway..

By: Poxxue2

Poxxue2 — Mon, 23 Jun 2008 03:54:59 +0000

NoToLowQuality said,
June 21, 2008 @ 2:25 pm

Conclusion
Chinese rich at age 20 to 35
Malay rich at age 35 to 50
Indian rich at age 45 to 65
—————————

LOL!!…I agree…damn funny man!!…where did u get those stats anyway?..hahaha..

By: longjaafar

longjaafar — Mon, 23 Jun 2008 03:48:25 +0000

I think Volvo should put the turbo engine inside this one. It has a sporty image, and many will attracted because of it. But 170bhp and 230 nm of torque will bring it nowhere near the competitors. So people will buy it only because of the shape and exclusivity.

By: BanyakMasukWorkshop

BanyakMasukWorkshop — Mon, 23 Jun 2008 02:47:55 +0000

different cars for different folks.. all these cars, whether merc, bmw, or volvo totally appeal to a different target audience.

no point arguing over who is better, or who buys what.. etc.

a T5 might be quicker in a straightline, but in a twisty country road, a 328 would probably be a better car.. they all appeal to different needs..

By: 4G63T DSM

4G63T DSM — Mon, 23 Jun 2008 00:37:31 +0000

So where is Audi? Who is Audi for? Lain-lain? heh :p

You have to see the C30 in person to appreciate how it looks. Somehow pictures don’t convey how good this car looks.

I love volvos, and the fondest memory of one was in a bright yellow T5 wagon, out running a snobbish, tailgating 328 owner.

However, the engine choices leave much to be desired. I will also pick the VW GTi in this price range as it has a better powertrain and utility (4 doors and a big boot). If Volvo introduces its T5 version, perhaps it might make more sence for a niche market player.

By: purefaith

purefaith — Sun, 22 Jun 2008 16:01:54 +0000

B1u3Be@m,

Read this:
http://paultan.org/archives/2006/09/02/tuners-prepare-volvo-c30-concepts/

By: purefaith

purefaith — Sun, 22 Jun 2008 15:48:02 +0000

B1u3Be@m,

Obviously you don’t know much about Volvos…..

Volvo has Heico, BSR, IPD, MTE, Rica, etc….

By: droll

droll — Sun, 22 Jun 2008 15:17:14 +0000

oh and btw, it’s amazing what volvo has done with their branding. volvo and safety are not synonymous. mercedes, bmw, etc and all the other continentals are up there in the safety department.

it so happens volvo has emphasized this a little more in their advertising.

yes, i’ve heard of volvos being in accidents and the occupants walking out. who is to say the same won’t happen for an S class or a 5 series?

anyway, drive safe and drive smart.

By: droll

droll — Sun, 22 Jun 2008 15:15:21 +0000

2.4L fully imported CBU? at times like these, it’s gonna be a hard sell.

By: B1u3Be@m

B1u3Be@m — Sun, 22 Jun 2008 13:03:39 +0000

The reason why volvo isn’t that popular could be 2 reasons:

1)Although volvo IS a competitor alongside BMW and Merc,they just don’t stand oout of the crowd.You can’t argue with that…the 1st car people will most probably notice if you park a 3 series,S60 and C class is probably the C class.The styling of the volvo just won’t appeal to many people other than safety-conscious people.

2)BMW and “M” and “Alphina”
Merc has “AMG”,”BRABUS”,”KLEEMAN”
Volvo has..??

By: dadtho

dadtho — Sun, 22 Jun 2008 04:38:32 +0000

I love this car man

By: dadtho

dadtho — Sun, 22 Jun 2008 04:31:27 +0000

I saw a Volvo C30 in Sunway near Sunway College only a few days ago. I am surprise on that time. I am even more suprise because after I saw it, it is going to lauch! The C30 is a nice car and suits women. I saw this in Australia. A lot of women drive the car. Maybe Golf GTI sometimes too fast for them. But for me, Golf GTI.

By: NARUdaARC

NARUdaARC — Sat, 21 Jun 2008 17:49:55 +0000

i just saw one in kuching a few days ago and its RED
wowww that’s hot hatch!!

By: csv

csv — Sat, 21 Jun 2008 15:08:56 +0000

well, i thought i saw one today.

JKH signplate, which is like 1 year ago?

either parallel import or he got it someway, still, it looks nice.

buttttttt

GOLF GTI ANYDAY ANYTIME!

By: s60t

s60t — Sat, 21 Jun 2008 11:44:43 +0000

I have to disagree with azrai.
I have an S60, my wife drives an S40 and we are both chinese and we bought the cars when we were in our 30’s. So why did we buy volvo’s?
we are both doctors and put safety above performance and status.In fact many of my doctor friends drive volvos provided they do not feel the need to “prove” their wealth by driving a merc or BMW.
But even being a volvo supporter I would have to say the GTi is much better than the C30 and cheaper though, but new model may come in a year or so.

By: mystvearn

mystvearn — Sat, 21 Jun 2008 10:13:22 +0000

You have to remember that this is a 4 seater car, practicality is already lost there. So this is really a car for looks. The rear side is one nice different look, can see straight through the front with that.

By: LHQ

LHQ — Sat, 21 Jun 2008 08:51:09 +0000

The S40 might look better than this one, sportier or perhaps younger?

By: torishimeyakuin

torishimeyakuin — Sat, 21 Jun 2008 08:17:53 +0000

C30 has been hailed as the most reliable medium car according to a survey conducted by Which? Car Magazine.
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/business/7464980.stm

By: NoToLowQuality

NoToLowQuality — Sat, 21 Jun 2008 06:25:23 +0000

General Race we have
BMW = Chinese
Merc = Malay
Volvo = Indians

General Age we have
BMW = Between 20 to 35
Merc = Between 35 to 50
Volvo = Between 45 to 65

Conclusion
Chinese rich at age 20 to 35
Malay rich at age 35 to 50
Indian rich at age 45 to 65

LOL

By: theanswer

theanswer — Sat, 21 Jun 2008 02:50:31 +0000

Roti Naan; agree! the car needs more aggressive bodykit..bigger sport rims. 2.4 is too big for hot hatch. better if got 2.0 or 1.8 turbo(save money on road tax). and for tht price, i would prefer a golf gti.

By: Roti Naan

Roti Naan — Sat, 21 Jun 2008 02:47:03 +0000

the look of the car need to have a “young-ish” look.

By: ilmondo

ilmondo — Sat, 21 Jun 2008 02:31:27 +0000

yea i think its just a general statement.. luv volvos.. anyway.. there are lower displacements in its lineup.. starting from 1.6, 1.8, 2.0.. there is even the ‘green’ version.. 1.6 tdci if i’m not wrong.. hope its brought in ere.. but we only get the 2.4.. tax issue? or market issue?? i’m not sure.. anyway.. i always think that the Ford Focus is the cheaper S40, C30.. btw.. the volvo 2.4 5 pot sounds very good.. use to have 1 2.5 5 pot 20valves 850.. sounds damn good too..not alfa type.. but the unique/solid type.. havent driven the Mazda 3 tho..

By: kimmy

kimmy — Sat, 21 Jun 2008 02:31:25 +0000

Personally, if I wanted a hot hatch, I would rather have the Golf GTI. The Volvo does look interesting though.

By: theanswer

theanswer — Sat, 21 Jun 2008 02:10:55 +0000

mokkf82; of course there are other races who use volvo..its only a general statement. but somehow it might be true. the reason malay use merc because the mindset..”merc mean luxury..merc mean rich”. My uncle is a contractor, one time ago he’s very eager to buy 2nd hand merc..even told me it’s a masterpiece model..in the end it’s w124 model…i thot it’s w210!(at that time w210 also considered old)..i dont see why i should be amazed with w124 model(unless it’s an AMG)..but since it’s a typical malay mindset, merc=luxury & rich. i think different races got different taste. For bmw, most chinese become rich at young age..(around 30+ to 40)..they know more about car industry & can compare with merc..based on their age..they prefer bmw because more sporty and easier to ‘play’ with the bodykit.

By: mokkf82

mokkf82 — Sat, 21 Jun 2008 01:49:04 +0000

There are other races that drive Volvo ofcos.

By: azrai

azrai — Fri, 20 Jun 2008 23:04:33 +0000

Another car to add more colours to our raoad. Do you realize that in our country Merc prefered by Malays, Beemer by the Chinese, and Volvo by the Indians. Why is so due to demographic? Any study on this.